The Skinny Confidential Him And Her Show Dr. Becky Kennedy - Parenting Do's & Don'ts, Emotional Validation & Resilience, Confident Kids, & Foundations For A Family
Nov 18, 2024
Dr. Becky Kennedy, founder of Good Inside, shares her expertise on parenting strategies that blend emotional validation with resilience. She discusses overcoming parental guilt and setting healthy boundaries, especially regarding screen time. Dr. Becky emphasizes the importance of teaching emotional management and life skills rather than punitive methods. The conversation touches on maintaining stable family dynamics during tantrums and the value of encouraging independence while fostering a supportive home environment.
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Prepare for Departure
- Prepare children for departures with visual aids like color-coded calendars or rings.
- This provides predictability and reduces anxiety around separation.
Attachment & Survival
- Children's dependence on parents for survival drives their attachment and sensitivity to departures.
- Their reactions stem from their survival instincts and need for security.
Validate & Hope
- Validate children's feelings and offer hope in their competence.
- This combination helps them navigate difficult emotions and build resilience.