Episode 265 · Good Inside with Dr. Becky
Stop Trying to Make Your Kids Creative
16 Jun 2026 · 34 min
Episode notes
Dr. Becky and Austin Kleon talk about what creativity actually needs to thrive, and what so-called "problem kids" and great artists have in common.
Good Inside with Dr. Becky
by Good Inside · English · Kids & Family
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…
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