Parenting Your Powerful Child
In "Parenting Your Powerful Child," authors L. Alan Sroufe and Ben P. Sroufe reveal transformative strategies to nurture the innate strengths of spirited children. This compelling guide dives into the complexities of parenting by exploring the intersection of power, emotion, and behavior. Discover how to cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence in your child, unlocking their full potential while maintaining harmony at home. With practical tips and relatable anecdotes, the book invites parents to forge deeper connections with their powerful offspring. Are you ready to embrace the journey of raising a confident and capable child?
By Dr. Kevin Leman
Published: 2013
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Powerful kids don't just happen. They're created. Whether loud and temperamental, quiet and sensitive, or stubborn and manipulative, powerful children can make living with them a challenge. But it doesn't have to be that way. All children need to face the realities of life, and the best place for them to do so is in the safe place of their home. For all the parents out there at their wits' end, New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman offers a fail-safe action plan for redirecting power surges into positive traits that will prepare the powerful child for a successful, happy, productive adult life. Parents will learn how powerful children are created, what makes them tick, what makes them explode, and what they can do to change the power plays . . . for the good of the entire family. All it takes is determination, persistence, willpower, and advice that works--guaranteed.
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About the Author
Dr. Kevin Leman
Dr. Kevin Leman is a renowned psychologist, author, and speaker with over 50 published books, including bestsellers on parenting, relationships, and personal development. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, he draws on his extensive experience to provide practical insights that resonate with readers from all walks of life. Dr. Leman is a popular guest on television and radio programs, sharing his expertise on family dynamics and effective communication. An engaging communicator, he combines humor with solid advice, making complex psychological concepts accessible to everyone. He lives in Arizona with his wife, and together they enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren.
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- Authors
- Dr. Kevin Leman
- Published
- September 2013
- Publisher
- Revell
- ISBN
- 1441242805
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 243
- Genres
- Emotional Well-being in PregnancyParentingParenting Techniques
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