Worklife with Adam Grant Bringing out the good in kids —and parents— with Becky Kennedy (Re-release)
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Jan 2, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist and founder of Good Inside, shares her insights on modern parenting challenges. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and fostering emotional resilience in children, emphasizing that happiness isn't the ultimate goal. Dr. Becky highlights the value of meaningful family interactions and encourages parental validation. She also champions involving kids in family decisions to instill a sense of ownership and respect their unique definitions of success.
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Parenting Roles
- A parent's job is not to make kids happy, but to provide boundaries and validation.
- Boundaries ensure safety, while validation acknowledges children's emotional experiences.
Defining Success
- Define success for yourself, not your children.
- Avoid focusing on short-term markers of success, as they hinder long-term growth and intrinsic motivation.
Grant Family Dinners
- Adam Grant's family asks weekly: "Who did you help?" and "Who helped you?".
- This shifted their children's focus towards kindness and recognizing helpful peers.
