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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hi, if my daughter shows signs of shyness, is it wise to "push" them to socialize? she's 3 yo now... and literally shy away from every person outside family

Meeta Gupta Hari

Counsellor at Reconnect Singapore

8mo ago

Dear Anon, Thank you for writing in. We are all unique, each with our own personalities and behaviors. It is quite normal for children of this age to be shy. To little ones, strangers can feel like a source of danger, and retreat to familiar faces who are their safe space. This could be a phase that she would soon grow out of. Maybe she is in introvert who needs her time to get acquainted with new people. Allow her to listen to her instincts when it comes to socialising with others, and don't pressure her to speak with people if she is not ready. One way to teach socialization is to organise a play date with one other child and that child's mom. She will gain confidence by observing you in social situations and gradually learn how to navigate them herself. All the best!

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