Bethenny Frankel Advises 'Play the Long Game' in Custody Battles In a recent TikTok video, Bethenny Frankel offered advice to parents involved in custody disputes, drawing from her own experience battling Jason Hoppy for over ten years. She stressed the importance of avoiding negative influences on children and focusing on their long-term happiness. Bethenny Frankel shared a heartfelt message of advice for parents going through a custody battle on TikTok. The reality TV star, who spent over a decade fighting for custody of her daughter Bryn after divorcing Jason Hoppy, reflected on her own experiences. Frankel emphasized the importance of keeping one's anger and misery to oneself, suggesting that children are more resilient than they appear and that the dynamics between parents and kids will evolve over time. She urged parents to focus on the long-term well-being of their children rather than short-term grievances.