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One of the Most Important Parent Practices: Emotional Coaching

According to Christine Carter of the Greater Good Science Center based at UC Berkeley, Emotional Coaching is "One of the most important parent practices in the history of the universe." The book, Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman, is the source of this meaningful practice.  I've read it a couple times, it's worth the time if you have it.  Emotion Coaching is helpful in every kind of relationship, not just as a parent, but as a partner, co-worker, friend and other adult relationships.  Try this practice with them, and not just with your kids. This article is to get us started.

An Introduction to Emotion Coaching

TRY THIS
Which way of parenting to you gravitate to?  What style of parent were your parents?
Did you try more awareness in yours and other's feelings?  How did that go?

EXTRA
In case you didn't know which parenting style is yours, here's a quiz: What Style Of Parent Are You?

If you want to geek out on Emotion Coaching, here's a few short videos from John Gottman himself.

BOOK DISCUSSION
This semester's book is Alison Gopnik's, The Gardener and the Carpenter.  We will begin our book discussion this week of September 17.  Please read Chapter 2:  The Evolution of Childhood.  The morning class discussion will begin at 9:30, and the afternoon class will have the discussion after our introductions at 1:00.

 Here's your chance, if you missed it before, another offering...
Creating a Family Vision and Mission: A Parenting Workshop for Couples
When: Thursday, October 11, 7-9 pm Where: More Mojo Studios, 1347 Church Street, SF Cost: $50/Couple
RSVP: Registration form or email nancyggnass@gmail.com
This class is designed for couples to dream, hope, share and create their family mission and vision.  Parents lament the lack of time with their partner to have these meaningful conversations about core values and finding common goals. This is the time.  In this workshop, we will brainstorm together to get ideas flowing, then we will break up into couples, and develop the guiding principles of your family.  Think of it as a productive date night, a time to enjoy each other without children, build the framework for parenting, and establish your unique family culture.  Join us!
Sorry, no childcare provided.
Read more here.

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