Ask the Expert: Nurturing Emotional Intelligence From Early Childhood

Helping children recognize, express, and manage their emotions is just as important as teaching them to walk and talk. Emotional intelligence shapes how kids handle challenges, build relationships, and develop self-confidence—starting from their earliest years and continuing through childhood. This week, we have Meeta Gupta Hari, Counsellor at Reconnect Singapore, joining us for an exclusive Ask the Expert session! Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums, guiding a school-aged child through friendships, or wondering how to foster emotional awareness at home, this is your chance to ask an expert. 💬 Drop your questions from March 19-25 📅 Live answering session: March 26 at 12 PM Let’s equip our kids with the emotional tools they need for life. Ask your questions in the comments below! ⬇️ #AskTheExpert #RaisingEmotionallyStrongKids #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment

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My 4 yo son is very sensitive. If another child takes his toy or scolds him, he will tear up immediately. Meanwhile my daughter (7 yo) is the total opposite... very strong-willed and bossy. She likes to tell other kids what to do and gets angry when they don’t listen.... I dont know if it's my fault as the parent, or something else totally out of my control?

Meeta Gupta Hari

Counsellor at Reconnect Singapore

8mo ago

Dear Anon, Thank you for writing in. It's completely normal for siblings to have different personalities and behaviors—this is what makes each of us unique. Everyone has varying levels of sensitivity, and it's wonderful that you're able to recognize the differences between your two children. This awareness can help you adapt your parenting approach to better suit each child's individual needs. It's important to remember that your children's sensitivities are not a reflection of something you've done wrong. What is within our control is how we respond to their behaviors. I encourage you to take note of how you feel when you see your son cry. Perhaps you feel worried for him, or maybe his tears make you uncomfortable if crying wasn’t allowed when you were a child. By understanding our own emotional responses to our children's behaviors, we can better support them in navigating their big feelings. All the best!

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