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Published Jun 21, 2022

It’s Okay If You Don’t Like to Play

    Dr. Becky Kennedy delves into the dynamics of play between parents and children, offering strategies to repurpose and set boundaries around play for personal growth and connection. She provides tools for parents to navigate their discomfort and enhance their engagement in a balanced, fulfilling way.
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    • Play Struggles

      Dr. Becky Kennedy addresses the common struggle many parents face with play, emphasizing that it's perfectly normal to not enjoy playing with children. She reassures parents that acknowledging this discomfort is the first step towards engaging more freely in play. "Nothing is wrong with you realizing that it's okay to not like play or pretend play," she explains, highlighting the importance of separating personal dislike from self-worth 1. Dr. Kennedy also offers practical strategies, such as setting boundaries and understanding personal triggers, to help parents navigate playtime more effectively 2.

         

      Personal History

      Exploring the impact of personal history, Dr. Becky discusses how childhood experiences shape adult attitudes towards play. She encourages parents to develop compassion for their younger selves, acknowledging that past experiences can influence current discomfort with play 3. "Our discomfort is often a sign of a larger story," she notes, suggesting that understanding these roots can help parents set healthy boundaries and engage more positively with their children 4.

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