Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know Am I a Bad Dad? with Dr. Becky
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Mar 19, 2025 
Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist and mother of three, joins Hasan to tackle the trials of modern parenting. They discuss the importance of resilience over comfort and explore gentle parenting strategies that emphasize connection over consequences. The conversation covers navigating tricky transitions, the emotional implications of children's behaviors, and fostering intrinsic motivation. With humor and insight, they offer practical tips on managing parenting dilemmas and the art of storytelling to connect with children's emotions.
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Boomer Backlash
- Hasan jokes about how his parents, and boomers in general, will be upset by Dr. Becky's claim that parenting is harder now.
- They believe their generation had it tougher.
Emotional Tolerance
- Children learn to tolerate emotions by observing their parents' tolerance.
- Dr. Becky uses the analogy of a "feelings bench" where parents sit with their child's emotions.
Most Generous Interpretation (MGI)
- Understand your child's struggles from their perspective instead of immediately resorting to punishment.
- Dr. Becky advises having a collaborative approach to problem-solving with children, rather than a punitive one.
