Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto

Guys, this weekend I did the impossible: got the kids and my husband to do a giant tidy-up, without bribes, threats, nagging, or anyone fake-crying in the laundry. And all I used? Half a sheet of paper and a pencil. No yelling, no sticker charts, no power struggles, just emotional intelligence, a simple plan, and a calm, confident vibe. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I pulled it off so y...

It’s here — Episode 100! 🎉 In this special milestone episode, I take you behind the scenes of my journey from anxious, overwhelmed mum to founder of a global movement for emotionally intelligent parenting. From starting with just 10 people in a Facebook group to writing a bestselling book and speaking on international stages, it’s been a wild ride! I’m sharing the highs, the vulnerable moments, t...

Talking to kids about emotions is only going to make them soft snowflakes. Letting kids show their emotions opens them up to bullying or means they're going to walk all over us when they're mad. Right? Think again. In this episode, I’m calling out one of the biggest parenting myths around emotional intelligence, and breaking down why raising emotionally intelligent kids is the OPPOSITE of raising...

(🎁 Scroll down for my gift!! 🎁) When a mum shared online that she blew up at her 10-year-old daughter, who then jumped out of the car in a crowded carpark, the comments went WILD. Everyone flooded in with BAD ADVICE. “Take her devices!” “Be stricter!” “Punish her for being disrespectful!” Are we still in the 80's? Seems so. In this video, I break down why that advice is not only unhelpful — but...

If people knew this... it would supercharge their patience!! 🤯 #triggers You know that moment!! Your child slams a door, rolls their eyes, or talks back, and you SNAP. And later you’re like: “Why did that hit me so hard??” (Psst, scroll down for your GIFT! 🎁 🎁 🎁) You’re not crazy. You’re actually not even overreacting. (Trust me on this). Your ✨ subconscious ✨ is triggered. And often… it’s n...

A parent called me out in front of everyone at a live parenting workshop in Sydney recently!! EEK. (🎁 Scroll down for my gift!!!) Basically they said: "Why bother with emotional intelligence? Isn’t it faster to just punish and move on?" He’s right about one thing. This kind of parenting does take more time and effort. It’s inconvenient. It’s slower. It requires more of us. But it also builds some...

Tired of yelling, bribing, or threatening your kids just to get them to clean up? I was. And I was at my wits' end. Until, I found this thing called Emotional Intelligence. In this video, I share simple yet powerful emotional intelligence strategies to help you get both younger and older kids to tidy up—without the drama. Discover how to use connection, calm leadership, and clever communication to...

Kids talking back, being stubborn or seemingly rude can flip a switch in us, FAST! You’re doing your best, then BAM, you're hit with a “You’re not the boss of me!” or “Ugh, I don’t care!” and suddenly, your calm goes out the window. If you’ve ever found yourself yelling, threatening, or feeling totally triggered when your child talks back… this video is for you. In this episode, we’ll talk about:...

😩 "WHY is bedtime so hard?!" If you’ve ever ended the night totally frazzled, snapping at your kids, and crashing on the couch in defeat—you are NOT alone. Our bedtime routine used to feel like a battlefield too. I was controlling, exhausted, and low-key blaming my husband (sorry babe!). But the truth? I was adding fuel to the fire without even realising it. In this video, I'm breaking down why b...

What if I told you there’s a powerful parenting tool that almost no one is using... BUT it could completely change how you handle stress, overwhelm, and chaos with your kids? Today, we’re diving into a lesser-known but incredibly powerful emotional intelligence strategy called heart coherence . Most people have no idea that your heart’s energy directly impacts your brain , your stress hormones, an...

Ever been trapped in the car with kids screaming, fighting, and pushing every single one of your buttons... while you’re just trying to drive safely and not lose your mind?! Yep, same. In this video, I share how I handled a real-life backseat meltdown using emotional intelligence (instead of threats, yelling, or bribes). You’ll hear the exact mindset shifts that kept me calm, what I said (and didn...

Are you constantly jumping in to rescue your child from big feelings, tantrums, or tough moments? You’re not alone!! So many of us were raised to believe that love means fixing, rescuing, or distracting. But what if there’s a better way? (Spoiler alert. There is.) Today I explore how emotional intelligence helps you shift from “make it stop” to “help them understand it.” You’ll learn how to hold s...

Emotional intelligence isn’t about being calm, Zen, or turning into some emotionless monk who never gets triggered. It’s about knowing exactly what’s going on inside you before things blow up—and using that intel to stop fights before they even start. You know those moments when someone says that thing, and you instantly feel yourself getting defensive, angry, or ready to snap back with a killer c...

Ever caught yourself saying, “They’re just being manipulative” or “They only act out for attention”? (I have!!) I'm gonna pause you right there. Because what if that so-called “bad” behaviour… isn’t bad at all? I know, sounds ridiculous... hear me out. 👇 In this video, I’m flipping the parenting script 👇 You’ll learn why your child’s challenging behaviour isn’t a power play—it’s communication. A...

Have you ever been around someone who’s like, “Emotional intelligence is being all soft, sweet, and floating around in a cloud of feelings all day…” and you’re like, “Aww, that’s cute. NO.” Emotional intelligence is not about being calm all the time. It’s not about never getting angry, or letting your kids walk all over you. And it’s definitely not about sitting in a circle holding hands and talki...

I’m coming in hot with a truth bomb that might just flip your parenting, your self-awareness, and your whole emotional vibe on its head. Who's heard that we must learn to “control our emotions”? ME. A million times... Newsflash: This is TERRIBLE advice. Yep, I said it. So if you've ever gritted your teeth, stuffed your feelings down, or told your kid to “just calm down”, you’re not alone. We’ve al...

Ever been told that "kids just need some good ol' fashioned discipline" to learn their lesson? Yeah... let’s talk about why that advice needs to go straight to the recycling bin. I'm pulling back the curtain on the real difference between discipline and punishment — and why confusing the two can seriously mess with your child's emotional growth (and your relationship with them). Spoiler: Disciplin...

What if the secret to raising calm, confident, and connected kids has been quietly thriving in Denmark this whole time?? (It's been ranked in the top 5 happiest countries for over 40 years!) Not in a high-tech lab. Not in a parenting trend. But in a culture that consistently tops the charts as the happiest in the world. This week on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into...

Have you ever found yourself snapping at your kids and then sinking into a wave of guilt, thinking, “I swore I’d be different!!!” 😭 In this powerful and heart-opening episode of the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, I’m joined by Shelly Robinson, conscious parenting coach and founder of Raising Yourself. We’re diving deep into the life-changing work of reparenting—what it really means, w...

Messing up as a parent: It’s not IF, it’s WHEN . 😅 Trust me, even I mess up and I speak on Emotional Intelligence daily, I run conferences on it, I have courses and a book on it... so let me give you permission to lose your cool too!! However - we DO need to talk about the messy, completely normal experience of losing your cool, whether it’s yelling at the kids, snapping at your partner, or going...

Hi all, today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting podcast I'm diving deep into a game-changing topic that will profoundly shift the way you view your child's behaviour: HIDDEN TRIGGERS. Have you ever had a moment when your child or teen suddenly melts down over what seems like nothing? One moment they're fine, but the next, it's chaos over the "wrong" snack, the innocent question you asked, o...

Ever hear people throw around terms like “fight, flight, freeze,” “nervous system,” or “relational safety” and think… what are they actually talking about? Yep, me too. As a parent (and someone who works with families), I didn’t really understand what those phrases meant... until I came across Mona Delahooke’s work. And let me tell you, once I did, everything about my kids’ behaviour suddenly made...

What if parenting didn’t have to be a battle of wills? And wouldn't it be nice to welcome your child's "no!" instead of it igniting a power struggle?! I feel you. Today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast , I sit down with Vivek Patel, founder of Meaningful Ideas, to explore what some call a radical yet deeply effective approach—Noncoercive Collaborative Parenting. Vivek shares why ki...

🚨 Your child just lied. STOP. Ignore all the advice you’ve ever been given! 🚨 Have you ever caught your child in a lie and thought, “Why would they lie about something so small??” Or maybe you worry about your teen lying about the big stuff, vaping, sneaking out, or who they’re really with at night? You’re not alone. Here’s the truth (lol, pun intended): Lying isn’t just a ‘kid problem’, it’s hu...

This week, I’m joined by the incredible Marissa Taylor, an Aussie, a passionate advocate for neurodivergent children and a mum to five neurodivergent kiddos. She shares how emotional intelligence has completely changed her parenting and why so many neurodivergent children are being missed, dismissed, or even punished in schools - simply for being themselves. We also dive into: ✨ The lens shift pa...