Ep.9 The Power of Play: How Play Boosts Emotional Intelligence

17/07/2025 14 min Episodio 10

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Play is more than just fun — it’s one of the most effective ways to build emotional intelligence, strengthen your bond with your child, and even reduce stress for both of you.But if you’ve ever felt awkward, unsure, or just too busy to play, you’re not alone.In this episode of Raising EQ, I explain why play is such a powerful parenting tool, what the research says about its impact, and how you can use the DRIP Technique — a simple, four-step method — to make play meaningful and natural again.You don’t need hours of free time, fancy toys, or to feel like an entertainer — just a few minutes and a willingness to show up and connect.✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why play is essential for your child’s emotional and social development✅ How play benefits you as a parent — lowering stress and improving connection ✅ The science behind how just 10–15 minutes of play can make a difference ✅ A step-by-step guide to the DRIP Technique:D — Describe what your child is doingR — Reflect their emotions or thoughtsI — Imitate their actions and join their worldP — Praise their effort and creativityPlus: practical examples you can use during your next play session — even if you only have a few minutes.📌 Resources & Links:Download the free DRIP Cheat Sheet.Listen to the previous episode: Listen NowFollow me on Instagram for more tips: @Raising_eq💌 Let’s Connect:If you try the DRIP technique this week, I’d love to hear how it goes!Tag me on social or send me a message — I love hearing your stories.And if you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who could use a little more connection in their day.

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