YOUTH SERIES:

Navigating Youth through the Lens of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Mental Wellness

Let’s take a mindful exploration of personal growth/development and mental well-being designed for kids, teens, parents, and educators. Led by MA ,Psychologist and clinical therapist Takara Taylor, this series offers a roadmap to understanding and nurturing mental health at various life stages. Each offers age-appropriate strategies for building resilience, managing emotions, and fostering healthy relationships. Whether you're a young individual navigating adolescence or a caregiver guiding youth through challenges, discover valuable insights and practical tools to thrive emotionally and mentally.

Episode #2: Emotion and Self-Regulation Strategies

General Description: Takara Taylor discusses effective strategies for understanding and managing emotions in children and teens. The episode explores practical techniques for fostering emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills.

Objectives:

• Learn about the importance of emotional intelligence in childhood and adolescence.

• Discover techniques for identifying and regulating emotions.

• Discuss ways to promote emotional well-being and resilience.

Thought-Provoking Questions:

• Why is emotional regulation important in childhood and adolescence?

• How can parents and educators teach children to recognize and express emotions?

• What are some healthy coping mechanisms for emotional challenges?

Online Resources:

• Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence: RULER Approach

• Child Mind Institute: Teaching Emotional Intelligence

This is a free, live stream session. Register below for updates on login access to the Essentials Talk Therapy Thursday session with Takara Taylor.