My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy

My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy

Everyone in a family has a job. As parents, it’s our job to hold boundaries with our kids. It’s also our job to validate their feelings. And boy do they have feelings when we say no. On today’s episode, Dr. Becky explores the reasons behind why so many parents struggle with saying no to their kids and provides some new strategies you can start using in your house today.

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