Everyone loses their temper from time to time — but the stakes are dizzyingly high when the focus of your fury is your own child. Clinical psychologist and renowned parenting whisperer Becky Kennedy is here to help. Not only does she have practical advice to help parents manage the guilt and shame of their not-so-great moments but she also models the types of conversations you can have to be a better parent. (Hint: this works in all other relationships too.) Bottom line? It's never too late to reconnect.

Becky Kennedy: The single most important parenting strategy

The single most important parenting strategy

A heartfelt repair, even later in life, can profoundly alter one's narrative, proving it's never too late to mend bonds.

Mastering 'repair' in parenting: Acknowledge missteps and reconnect, transforming both present conflicts and future relationships.

Teach kids emotional regulation through 'repair': Addressing outbursts with understanding reshapes their narrative from blame to safety.