TED Talks Daily The single most important parenting strategy | Becky Kennedy
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Sep 13, 2023 
Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist and parenting expert, shares invaluable insights into effective parenting strategies. She discusses the importance of emotional regulation and the power of apologies in fostering healthy relationships with children. Kennedy emphasizes the need for 'repair' after conflicts, illustrating how acknowledging mistakes can strengthen bonds. Listeners learn practical ways to turn self-blame into self-trust, ultimately encouraging resilience and connection in their parenting journey. It's never too late to reconnect!
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The Sunday Night Snap
- Becky Kennedy describes a typical Sunday evening scenario where she feels overwhelmed and snaps at her son for complaining about dinner.
- This leads to a self-loathing session where she questions her parenting abilities.
No Perfect Parents
- There's no such thing as a perfect parent; mistakes are inevitable.
- The key is to learn how to repair the relationship after conflicts.
Prioritize Repair
- Focus on getting good at repairing relationship ruptures.
- Repair involves acknowledging your part and the impact on the other person.