As parents, we all wish for our children to grow up well. But behind every behavior, there is always a feeling. When things aren't going well, that child may simply be longing to be understood.
In Japan, where compassion and harmony are so valued, children need the ability to understand their own feelings while also caring for those around them. A simple "I see how you feel" or "I understand" can become a source of real strength for a child. We are not just raising children - we are shaping their futures.
After serving as an international education coordinator and teacher for the Chigasaki City Board of Education, Gaiety founded Shonan International School (now an IB World School) in 1996, dedicated to nurturing globally-minded individuals who respect diverse worldviews and values. She has supported over 2,000 parents and children, many of whom have gone on to thrive in a wide range of fields.
She has served as Chief Education Planner for the Chigasaki City Board of Education and as a training instructor for foreign language activities for the Fujisawa City Board of Education. At Shonan International School, she introduced EQ workshops for parents and teachers as a core pillar of early childhood education, and she also consults for companies, including supervising ALC Bilingual School's programs. She is a certified coach with Six Seconds, the world's largest EQ network.
Author of "Happy Parenting from Birth," TED speaker, and featured by GLOBIS, among other appearances - sharing the importance of EQ education at home through writing and speaking.
