The boy he is will shape the man he will become-give the special boy in your life a chance to be confident, responsible and socially adept without waiting another day! The gender roles are constantly changing, but some qualities are key to success across the board. Even though the world is more diverse and accepting, boys still have a few hills to climb when it comes to being in tune with their emotions. Here's a fraction of what you'll discover within: • The 6 key components of emotional intelligence • How emotional development varies by age and how to tailor your strategies to your boy's individual needs • Why emotional regulation begins with self-awareness – how to help your boy define and express their emotions, including powerful mindfulness and meditation activities • Honing the essence of resilience – action steps for building your boy's self-confidence, nurturing self-reflection, and building emotional literacy • Empower your child to treat the world kindly through empathy, active listening, acts of service, etc. • The only verbal and non-verbal skills your child needs to make friends, strike up great conversations, and become a great listener • Why setting rules is important – and how to strike the perfect balance between discipline and flexibility • How to raise boys that value diversity and give due importance to mental health And much more. If you thought that confidence, assertiveness, and empathy were qualities kids were simply born with, think again. All these qualities are skills that any child can harness, with the right guidance. This book makes it all easier by tackling the complexity of boys' emotions in four steps. It has with easy explanations and action steps you can try out immediately.
