The EQ Advantage for Peaceful Parenting

What if the biggest parenting hack isn’t about your kids at all, but about you?Kate Mason sits down with emotional intelligence expert Amy Jacobson to unravel the real power behind EQ in parenting, partnerships, and daily interactions. Amy shares how understanding and managing our own emotions not only changes the way we parent, but quietly teaches those around us, especially our children, how to do the same. From navigating emotional hijacks to handling teenage chaos, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable advice, and powerful mindset shifts. Whether you're dealing with tantrums, teen meltdowns, or even workplace tension, this conversation is your invitation to pause, breathe, and lead with EQ. Listen For1:17 Why You Keep Snapping (and How to Stop)5:53 The Real Difference Between EQ and IQ14:48 The Moment My Daughter Called Me Out20:30 Why Fixing Doesn't Work — and What Does29:40 The 3-Second Pause That Changes Everything Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Connect with guest: Amy Jacobson | EI Specialist | Author | SpeakerWebsite | Emotional Intelligence Books | LinkedIn| Instagram| FacebookContact Kate:Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X