Emotional Intelligence Begins at Home One of the most significant findings highlighted in the article is the link between parenting style and emotional intelligence (EI). Emotional intelligence includes self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, motivation, and social skills—all critical for mental health and relationships. Research shows that children whose parents validate emotions, encourage emotional expression, and help them understand their feelings develop higher e

(Part 1) (This blog post is based on the peer-reviewed article “Parenting Styles and Their Effect on Child Development and Outcome” by Awiszus et al., 2022.) Introduction Parenting is one of the most influential factors shaping a child’s emotional, social, and academic development. While the long-standing debate between nature and nurture continues, extensive psychological research confirms that parenting style plays a decisive role in how children grow, regulate emotions, bu

Why Children Need Slow Moments More Than Ever ✨   In today’s fast-paced world, children rarely experience true stillness. With school, homework, screens and busy schedules, many kids no longer know how to simply  be. Yet one of the most powerful tools for  creativity, emotional growth, and healthy development  is surprisingly simple: the art of doing nothing. What Does “Doing Nothing” Actually Mean? 🌿 Doing nothing doesn’t mean being lazy.For children, it means  unstructured