Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Neurodiverse Kids with Amy Sage of Parenting EQ

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Finding Hope on the Spectrum

Brooke Wagner

32 episodes

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Are you worried about your autistic son's or daughter's future and quality of life? Do you want to feel empowered to be the intuitive parent you know you are? Or are you a curious professional, seeking to learn and discover how to best reach your autistic clients? I invite you to join our community of growth seeking individuals as we connect, share and support each other. This show will feature heart to heart conversations with parents, professionals, and autistic individuals sharing personal insight and life experiences. We will dive deep into supports, programs, and stories that inspire us.

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Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Neurodiverse Kids with Amy Sage of Parenting EQ

Finding Hope on the Spectrum

1 hour 6 minutes 26 seconds

1 month ago

Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Neurodiverse Kids with Amy Sage of Parenting EQ

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 Parenting

01:29 Introduction to Finding Hope on the Spectrum

02:19 Meet Amy Sage: Co-Founder of Parenting EQ

03:42 The Journey to Creating Parenting EQ

07:35 Understanding Emotional Intelligence

12:59 The Importance of Social Emotional Learning

16:24 Components of the Parenting EQ Curriculum

30:11 Adapting Curriculum for Different Age Groups

33:45 Practicing Emotional Skills

33:58 Learning Emotional Intelligence Together

35:30 Structuring Lessons and Activities

36:47 Flexible Learning Approaches

37:54 Interactive Family Discussions

41:21 Screen-Free Support Tools

45:59 Teaching Competencies in Depth

48:03 Direct Instruction and Self-Regulation

53:47 Community and Support Networks

57:58 Future Directions and Success Stories

01:04:14 Accessing the Curriculum

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