Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Neurodiverse Kids with Amy Sage of Parenting EQ | Ep. 26

In this episode of Finding Hope on the Spectrum, host Brooke has an engaging conversation with Amy Sage, co-founder of Parenting EQ. They explore the underutilized tool of reflection in parenting and the significance of emotional intelligence (EI) for both neurodiverse children and parents. Amy shares her journey in creating the Parenting EQ life skills curriculum, highlighting its origins during the COVID-19 pandemic and its widespread adoption in homeschool and charter school settings. The discussion covers the essential competencies of emotional intelligence, the program’s structure, and practical strategies for nurturing EI in kids. They underline the importance of modeling and practice, the benefits of screen-free tools, and the vital role of community support. Through real-life examples, Amy illustrates the transformative impact of her curriculum on children’s emotional well-being and resilience. They also touch on future plans to expand the curriculum’s reach to include teens and various educational professionals.00:00 The Power of Reflection in Parenting01:29 Introduction to Finding Hope on the Spectrum02:19 Meet Amy Sage: Co-Founder of Parenting EQ03:42 The Journey to Creating Parenting EQ07:35 Understanding Emotional Intelligence12:59 The Importance of Social Emotional Learning16:24 Components of the Parenting EQ Curriculum30:11 Adapting Curriculum for Different Age Groups33:45 Practicing Emotional Skills33:58 Learning Emotional Intelligence Together35:30 Structuring Lessons and Activities36:47 Flexible Learning Approaches37:54 Interactive Family Discussions41:21 Screen-Free Support Tools45:59 Teaching Competencies in Depth48:03 Direct Instruction and Self-Regulation53:47 Community and Support Networks57:58 Future Directions and Success Stories01:04:14 Accessing the CurriculumConnect with Finding Hope on the Spectrum:Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574918739411Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-wagner-4819233a/Instagram: @findinghopeonthespectrumTikTok: FindinghopeonthespectrumGuest Contact: https://www.parentingeq.com/Facebook: @ParentingEQInstagram: @parentingeq