Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Dr. Becky Kennedy

Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success. read less

Our Editor's Take

Dr. Becky Kennedy is out to rethink how parents raise their children. With her podcast, Good Inside with Dr. Becky, she makes the case once a week that, indeed, there is a better way.

In the trailer for Good Inside, the clinical psychologist and mom outlines what she believes is her specialty. And that's "translating deep thoughts about parenting into practical, actionable strategies." She wants the framework of her podcast to "make sense and feel good inside." Sure, tough love may still have a place in the 21st century. But based on the reaction online, there must be something to this more practical, soulful approach.

Dr. Becky Kennedy's Instagram posts first surfaced right when the pandemic hit. Her more profound technique for managing parenthood got an audience right away. It seemed to be what tens of thousands of millennials cooped up with their young kids needed to hear. She confirmed they were not, in fact, horrible parents, and they were doing a good job raising their kids.

Soon she launched both Good Inside, the podcast, and Good Inside, the online platform. Those tens of thousands of Instagram followers became hundreds of thousands of listeners. And the workshops she began selling at GoodInside.com made her wealthy. In 2022, Dr. Becky Kennedy released Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. The book became a #1 New York Times bestseller. Time magazine called her the Millennial Parenting Whisperer in a June 2021 feature. These days, every flashy magazine article about her uses that term. But it's beginning to look like Dr. Becky Kennedy's approach to parenting may not be a fleeting trend.

So it is possible to think the Good Inside with Dr. Becky podcast could be a soundtrack of a new parenting model. Her methods may well be in use for generations to come.

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Episodes

How to Not Raise an @$$h0le - Part 2
2d ago
How to Not Raise an @$$h0le - Part 2
One thing that makes parents universally cringe is the thought of raising entitled kids. Exactly no one wants to their sweet little baby to grow up into an entitled a-hole. This week, Dr. Becky explores how parents can be long-term greedy with their kids and shares interventions to maximize long-term avoidance of entitlement.Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4egE9OpFind the Entitlement Guide here: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0NFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Let's be honest, parenting is expensive, especially around the holidays. If you’re traveling over the holidays and have an empty home consider making a little extra income by becoming a host on Airbnb. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday season! Being an Airbnb host means that you are providing another family with an amazing experience and it's a great way to earn some extra money for all the different things you wanna do. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb dot com slash host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
Do I Have a DFK?
12-11-2024
Do I Have a DFK?
Do your kid's tantrums seem more intense than other kids their age? Do they come on fast and last much longer? No, you're not imagining it. And no, there's nothing wrong with your kid. Your kid might be a Deeply Feeling Kid. And these kids will learn how to regulate their emotions, they just need a different approach. Today, Dr. Becky gives you the tools you need to assess if your kid might be a Deeply Feeling Kid.Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4egGIjAFor more on the Deeply Feeling Kids Workshop visit https://bit.ly/4ege3KMFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Let's be honest, parenting is expensive, especially around the holidays. If you’re traveling over the holidays and have an empty home consider making a little extra income by becoming a host on Airbnb. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday season! Being an Airbnb host means that you are providing another family with an amazing experience and it's a great way to earn some extra money for all the different things you wanna do. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb dot com slash host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
Detecting Shame in Your Kid
05-11-2024
Detecting Shame in Your Kid
Shame is powerful. And if shame is present with our kids, parents need to jump into action and heed the alarm. Why? Because when parents develop the ability to de-shame their house and de-shame dynamics in their kid, it allows them to intervene differently and actually start to make progress quickly. This week on the podcast, Dr. Becky teaches all parents a very important lesson: how to become shame detectors with their kids. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3XAPSlqFor more on the Deeply Feeling Kids Workshop visit https://bit.ly/4ege3KM Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Let's be honest, parenting is expensive, especially around the holidays. If you’re traveling over the holidays and have an empty home consider making a little extra income by becoming a host on Airbnb. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday season! Being an Airbnb host means that you are providing another family with an amazing experience and it's a great way to earn some extra money for all the different things you wanna do. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb dot com slash host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
Sleep Struggles are Separation Struggles
29-10-2024
Sleep Struggles are Separation Struggles
Sleep. Precious sleep. It's the rare commodity that all parents and kids need more of. And it's a cruel irony that at night, parents and kids have completely opposite needs. Kids want more connection. And parents just want some time to themselves. On today's episode, Dr. Becky tackles sleep struggles and gets to the root cause of what causes them. She also offers hope to tired parents everywhere. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3ZehrCgLearn more about the Good Inside sleep program and App: https://bit.ly/4gLegbyFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Let's be honest, parenting is expensive, especially around the holidays. If you’re traveling over the holidays and have an empty home consider making a little extra income by becoming a host on Airbnb. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday season! Being an Airbnb host means that you are providing another family with an amazing experience and it's a great way to earn some extra money for all the different things you wanna do. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb dot com slash host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
The Anxious Generation: Dr. Becky & Jonathan Haidt in Conversation with Stephanie Ruhle at 92NY
22-10-2024
The Anxious Generation: Dr. Becky & Jonathan Haidt in Conversation with Stephanie Ruhle at 92NY
Today, we're releasing a very special episode of 92NY Talks with Dr. Becky and Jonathan Haidt in conversation with Stephanie Ruhle about The Anxious Generation. They discuss the teen mental health crisis, phones, and social media. But don't fret, parents will leave this conversation with hope and strategies they can use to navigate the digital world with their kids. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4ehTRZoAccess the Anxious Generation Guide for free: https://bit.ly/3TSSDw5Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Let's be honest, parenting is expensive, especially around the holidays. If you’re traveling over the holidays and have an empty home consider making a little extra income by becoming a host on Airbnb. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday season! Being an Airbnb host means that you are providing another family with an amazing experience and it's a great way to earn some extra money for all the different things you wanna do. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb dot com slash host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
Your Value and Worth Live Inside You
15-10-2024
Your Value and Worth Live Inside You
What do you do when you see your kid engaging in a type of friendship pattern that makes you cringe? Or one that reminds you of yourself? Or one that makes you worry about their future relationships? On today's episode, Dr. Becky talks to a mom who doesn't know how to stop being triggered by her kid's tricky friendship moments. Good Inside's Building Lasting Confidence Workshop - https://bit.ly/3XkorMLGood Inside's Tricky Friendship Moments Workshop - https://bit.ly/4cjuJR6Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4ehhlOAFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple.Today's episode is brought to you by Hasbro: As a parent, no one understands play better than you do. That’s why Dr. Becky wants to tell you about Hasbro’s Innovators of Play Challenge. They’re inviting women all over the world to submit their ideas for a brand-new toy or game concept–starting right now! Whether or not you are in this field already, if you feel something inside you that is yearning to be creative, or if you’ve ever been playing with your kid and thought, “You know what could make this better?” This is for you. Winners will receive a $10,000 cash prize, a trip to Hasbro HQ, and the opportunity to be mentored by Hasbro’s award-winning toy and game design teams. If you’ve been looking for a sign to put yourself out there creatively, this is it! To be considered, make sure to submit your idea by November 12th! One important thing to note: all contestants must be 18+ and from select countries. For a complete list of rules and eligibility requirements, visit spark.hasbro.com/womeninnovators. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
How to Know if Your Kid Is Ready for a Phone
08-10-2024
How to Know if Your Kid Is Ready for a Phone
Dr. Becky loves to say if you can't say no to a cupcake then you can't say no to TikTok. And parenting in the age of phones and social media can feel like a lose-lose situation. How do we protect our kids from a very known danger to their mental health without creating social consequences? In this conversation, Dr. Becky and a mom discuss the topic of when to give a kid a phone and how to navigate the challenges and concerns that come with it. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4e0zWigTo learn more about the How to Give Your Kid a Phone Workshop: https://bit.ly/4gOu8tEFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple.Today's episode is brought to you by Hasbro: On October 10th, Dr. Becky is giving the keynote address at Hasbro’s Women Innovators of Play virtual conference…and you’re invited! Hasbro’s mission with this annual conference is to attract more women and girls to the toy and game industry and inspire anyone with a passion for play. They’ll have panel discussions, fireside chats, and so much more that will leave you feeling energized, educated, and maybe even inspired to use the skills you learn to dip your toe in the toy and game design field or help your kid get the most out of playtime. The best part? It’s completely free to attend. Join us on October 10th from 10am-12:30pm Eastern! To learn more, register, and watch, head to www.spark.hasbro.com/womeninnovators. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy
01-10-2024
My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy
Everyone in a family unit 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. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3zntTVAFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple.Today's episode is brought to you by Hasbro: On October 10th, Dr. Becky is giving the keynote address at Hasbro’s Women Innovators of Play virtual conference…and you’re invited! Hasbro’s mission with this annual conference is to attract more women and girls to the toy and game industry and inspire anyone with a passion for play. They’ll have panel discussions, fireside chats, and so much more that will leave you feeling energized, educated, and maybe even inspired to use the skills you learn to dip your toe in the toy and game design field or help your kid get the most out of playtime. The best part? It’s completely free to attend. Join us on October 10th from 10am-12:30pm Eastern! To learn more, register, and watch, head to www.spark.hasbro.com/womeninnovators. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
Revisit - Confidence Isn't Feeling Good. Confidence is Self-Trust.
24-09-2024
Revisit - Confidence Isn't Feeling Good. Confidence is Self-Trust.
This is a repeat of an earlier episode. When your kid comes home from school and declares "I'm the worst at math" or "everyone is better at gymnastics than me", you might think that you can teach them to believe in themselves with some words of encouragement. But confidence doesn't come from the outside. True confidence comes from feeling good enough inside. This week, Dr. Becky talks to a mom who is doing all the right things to teach her son to believe in himself but it just isn’t working.Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3zblFjoFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
The Playdate Playbook: Navigating Kid Drama and Parent Feels
17-09-2024
The Playdate Playbook: Navigating Kid Drama and Parent Feels
Do I need to be best friends with my kids' friends parents? What happens when the kids outgrow their friendships, and where does that leave the parents? And how much do we need to know about the other households our kids are playing in? This week, Dr. Becky takes your questions and a few from her producer Jesse on the topic of friendships. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3W5iCRhFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
How to Quiet Your Kid's Anxious and Busy Brain
10-09-2024
How to Quiet Your Kid's Anxious and Busy Brain
When our kids have anxiety, all we want as parents, is to reassure them and protect them. And while these instincts are lovely and well-intentioned, they don't actually help our kids manage their anxieties and fears. In today's conversation, Dr. Becky helps a parent understand and address their kid's intense anxiety. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3W5iCRhFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: Before Dr. Becky was a parent, she thought planning a family vacation would be a breeze… until she realized how much has to come together for a trip with two adults and three kids. Then she discovered Airbnb Guest Favorites. No more combing through options, reviews, and features. Guest Favorites are the most loved homes on Airbnb according to other guests. And that peace of mind when preparing for a trip is huge. Using Guest Favorites couldn’t be easier: Just go to Airbnb, add your destination, tap the filters and hit the toggle for Guest Favorites. It’s that simple. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N
The "More" Kids
18-06-2024
The "More" Kids
Some kids are just more. More emotional. More resistant. More reactive. Just more. Dr. Becky thinks of them as Deeply Feeling Kids and author and parenting activist, Debbie Reber of Tilt Parenting, thinks of them as Differently Wired. Today, Debbie joins Dr. Becky to discuss different frameworks and strategies for parents of kids who are just more.Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4doK9nFJoin Good Inside Membership: https://bit.ly/4c6w9y7Good Inside's Back to School Toolkit: https://bit.ly/46yGEswFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastTo listen to Dr. Becky's TED Talk on repair visit https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategyToday’s episode is brought to you by Airbnb: After years of traveling together, Dr. Becky now loves staying on Airbnb so that their vacation can feel, well, more like a vacation. On a recent trip to visit family in Chicago, she found the perfect family-friendly Airbnb that had toys for her youngest, family games for all of them, and even the same book series her eldest was in the middle of reading - oh, and gave her and her husband a living room so they could have time to themselves after the kids went to bed. Talk about an all-around win. Did you also know that while you’re away, your home could be an Airbnb for another family? It’s a great way to earn some extra money to use on your family’s next vacation. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host. For more on the Avoiding Entitlement Guide: https://bit.ly/4eDkY0N