A Slight Change of Plans Dr. Becky: A Game-Changing Strategy for Better Relationships
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Apr 15, 2024 
Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist, discusses shifting to a mindset that views children as 'good inside' to improve relationships. She explains how this strategy can be applied to all relationships, using practices like the 'most generous interpretation' for behavior change and understanding.
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Good Inside
- Dr. Becky Kennedy argues that punishment makes children internalize the feeling of being "bad".
- This hinders long-term behavior change because they identify with the negative behavior.
Timeout Revelation
- Dr. Becky had a realization that traditional punishment methods were ineffective.
- She told her clients she didn't believe in what she was teaching, leading to an epiphany.
Behavior vs. Identity
- Dr. Becky emphasizes that bad behavior is a sign of a child's pain, not their identity.
- Children often misbehave as a way to get attention when they are struggling.