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 Meeta, greetings from theAsianparent Singapore! 👋 Thank you for taking part in this valuable session. Could you share why it’s important to nurture emotional intelligence from early childhood? And do you have any practical tips for parents to help their little ones develop emotional awareness and regulation? 😊💡

Meeta Gupta Hari

Counsellor at Reconnect Singapore

8mo ago

Thank you for this wonderful opportunity. It was truly heartwarming to see so many relevant questions coming in from loving and caring parents. It’s crucial to nurture emotional intelligence from the beginning, as these positive habits will support children as they grow, helping to build healthy self-esteem and self-confidence. As one user mentioned, EQ is just as important as IQ in today’s world. Being aware of why we behave the way we do is essential because it allows us to recognize our blind spots and work on improving them. It's an invaluable skill for children to learn self-reflection early on, helping them become aware of their own behaviors and emotions. This awareness can guide them in making better choices and developing stronger emotional intelligence as they grow. Today, both parents and schools are increasingly aware of the importance of emotions and are actively teaching the next generation about them. It’s beneficial to regularly talk about feelings with our children. Y

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