As you watch your child grow, isn’t it amazing to think of how much they are learning about themselves and the world around them? This can be hard to keep in mind when your child throws a tantrum or struggles to be sensitive to others.
During early childhood, children begin to develop an understanding of themselves, their emotions, and how to manage their impulses and feelings. Building awareness of self, emotions, and impulses is the start of healthy social and emotional development that runs into adulthood. This month, we’ll explore ways to encourage emotional intelligence and well-being through self-awareness of emotions and lay the groundwork for impulse control.
