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I Expect Blank and I Can Cope Technique
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Last discussed Jul 1, 2026
A Becky Kennedy parenting technique where parents complete the sentence 'I expect [specific behavior] to happen, and I can cope with that' before predictable difficult moments, combining anticipatory preparation with a self-efficacy affirmation.
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How to Feel Everything Without Losing Control With Dr. Becky Kennedy
Becky Kennedy · Jul 1, 2026
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Used for: Preparing emotionally before predictable difficult parenting moments such as transitions to dinner, bedtime, or leaving the house
Praised: Combines anticipatory preparation with a self-efficacy reminder; shown to cha...
vs: Explicitly connected by Ryan Holiday to the Stoic practice of premeditatio ma...
"Even before involving your kid, to be able to finish the sentence is so powerful as a parent. 'I expect blank to happen and I can cope with that.' I expect my kid to give me a hard time coming to dinner, and I can cope with that. The expectation p..."
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