Emotional courage refers to the capacity to embrace and express your emotions fully, even when it may be challenging or uncomfortable to do so. When you have emotional courage, you can acknowledge and ...

Imagine a child who is able to say, “I’m nervous right now,” when walking into a new social situation. Or picture a teenager who takes a few deep breaths and says to their friend, “I understand you’re ...

Most parents want to do right by their children, but miss crucial emotional skills that could change their child’s entire life trajectory. Here’s how parents can raise “emotionally intelligent” kids.

A psychologist suggests interactions with a particular parent help kids better process their emotions. Parents are often a kid's first introduction to identifying and managing their emotions. From joy ...

Some parents may wonder if their child has been here before because they are equipped with emotional intelligence that hasn't been taught. Having the ability to manage their own emotions and ...

Ready to help your little ones explore the big world of emotions? These fun and engaging feelings activities for kids are perfect for fostering emotional growth, building empathy, and making ...

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take ...