118: Triggers, Tantrums, and Techniques That Work

Use Emotional Intelligence to Bring Calm and Connection to Any Situation

Episode 118 of the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto podcast, hosted by Stephanie Pinto, titled "118: Triggers, Tantrums, and Techniques That Work" was published on January 11, 2026 and runs 29 minutes.

January 11, 2026 ·29m · Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto

Summary

You promise yourself you won’t yell… and then suddenly, you have. Maybe your child’s tantrum isn’t even that big, but something in YOU snaps.If you’ve ever wondered why you react the way you do, even when you know better, this episode is for you.Today I’m not talking about how to “fix” your child, stop tantrums, or get quick compliance. I’m talking about the missing piece most parents were never taught: emotional intelligence, and how it completely changes the way you experience triggers, yelling, and discipline.I unpack why reacting is often automatic, not a failure… Why punishment and control don’t create calm (even when they seem to work short-term)… And why self-awareness, not willpower, is the skill that gives you choice in hard moments.This conversation will help you see your triggers differently, understand what’s really happening in your nervous system, and shift the focus from controlling behaviour to building connection and emotional safety.No scripts. No step-by-step formulas. Just powerful orienting principles to help you respond more intentionally, even on the haaard parenting days.If you’re tired of feeling stuck in the same cycle, and you’re ready to parent with more calm, clarity, and confidence… this is one you don’t want to miss. Press play and let’s start changing the way you show up at home.I mentioned my book From Chaos To Connection (How parenting with emotional intelligence raises kind, confident, resilient kids) - find it on Amazon here!If you prefer to watch the video, find this episode on YouTube here.🩷 Hi! I’m an award-winning Emotional Intelligence parenting consultant, best-selling author and international speaker. I’m also a paediatric anxiety therapist and I love helping kids, parents and educators use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!Find my best-selling book on emotional intelligence, From Chaos To Connection on Amazon here! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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