I was a good kid. I ... When we cast judgments about bad kids and bad parents, we also tend to completely gloss over the social contexts in which today’s parents are raising their children.

So, the next time you hear someone say, “He’s not a bad kid,” add to it: “He just doesn’t know he’s a good kid yet.” And then commit to helping that child discover the truth of those words. Because ...

Another ‘good kid’ tendency that may serve you ill as a leader is following the rules. Once again, this feels like a huge positive, but a closer look reveals a potential to lack lateral thinking.

In her new book, “Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be,” clinical psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy lays out a child-rearing approach that creates both strong relationships ...