Bringing out the good in kids-and parents-with Becky Kennedy | Re:Thinking with Adam Grant

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As a clinical psychologist, Becky Kennedy works with parents to raise good kids. She’s best known as Dr. Becky on Instagram, and has been called the "Millennial parenting whisperer" for good reason. Becky and Adam challenge the widespread belief that it’s a parent’s job to make their children happy, talk candidly about the surprisingly difficult task of setting and maintaining boundaries, and dig into the science and practice of helping kids (and adults) deal with the ups and downs of life. Transcripts for ReThinking are available at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts
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[@Mariangela.L]

Such a wise woman! Thanks for supporting us ❤

[@brittanyhauptman6187]

Seriously, so grateful for this. ❤

[@tracyladams3601]

I feel seen and heard! Now my child can be too! Never too late!! ♥️

[@jude4896]

Hi Becky, thank you for sharing your views.

[@kindanicetoo]

Great talk

[@vlealand]

Using punishments and “time outs” is parenting from a place of desperation? Oh boy. So if your child beats up their sibling you wouldn’t use a time out or deliver some type of consequence? Your recommendations are great for neurotypical kids but you need to make it clear that your suggestions may not apply for neurodivergent or kids with developmental delays.