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Oct 2025
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"I Quit!”: The Hidden Cost of Convenienc...

DR. BECKY KENNEDY
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Our kids experience almost no gap between “want” and “have.” Looking for a movie? Stream it now. Have a question? Search for instant answers. Need a new water bottle? Select next-day shipping. In today’s episode, Dr. Becky explains why our kids get less practice waiting and tolerating frustration than previous generations - and how parents can intentionally ... Show More
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