Most parents believe they’re emotionally intelligent — but parenting teens reveals the truth fast.

In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, we break down the emotional skill every parent thinks they have (but usually doesn’t) and why missing it leads to frustration, yelling, guilt, and disconnection.

You’ll learn:

The difference between emotional health, emotional intelligence, and emotional intention
Why feeling angry, sad, or anxious doesn’t mean you’re failing as a parent
How your thoughts — not your teen — are driving your emotions
The skill that helps you parent well even when you don’t feel good
How modeling emotional regulation creates a ripple effect in your teen

This episode is about parenting from the inside out — managing your mind first so you can show up as the parent you actually want to be.

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The Emotional Skill Every Parent Thinks They Have