Ever noticed how kids have this uncanny ability to "tune out" when we start our well-intentioned lectures? It's almost like they've developed selective hearing. But here's the thing: Children will listen to you, truly listen, after they've felt heard themselves. So, what's the secret sauce to making this happen?

I used to think that being a great parent meant putting my kids first, always. But I've come to realize that to give my best to them, I need to start with myself.

Research suggests that recognising, labelling, and discussing emotions with children lays the foundation for their social emotional development, self-regulation, and success later in life.