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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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.
The Power of Questions
- Ask children questions they can't answer to instill values.
- Repeated questions become their inner voice, guiding future actions.
Measuring Good Parenting
- Gauge good parenting by the connection you feel with your child.
- Focus on coaching them in emotional regulation skills.
