Identifying, regulating and expressing the right emotions with friends, family, and acquaintances are signs of healthy emotional intelligence (EI) in children.
From the early years, parents can decipher their child’s emotional intelligence (EI) levels. Here are some factors to watch out for:
Once a child is two years old, they must understand why they are happy, sad or scared.
While kids can have instinctual emotional responses at a young age, those over the age of 10 should be less instinctive and more reasonable with emotions.
As children grow, they should be sensitive and considerate. They should start responding appropriately to others' emotions.
Genetics, family dynamics, upbringing and cultural nuances play a role in cultivating EI in children. Parents, teachers and friends are fundamental to improving a child's EI.
Difficulty in managing or expressing emotions and insensitivity or irrationality are signs of low EI in children.
You can work with your child to improve their EI. Talk and listen to them attentively, encourage eye contact and be gentle and solution-oriented.