How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It

Author : Lisa Sugarman
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781641704700

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How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids and Be OK with It by Lisa Sugarman Pdf

Helicopter parent, tiger parent . . . lawnmower parent? Generation Z has a reputation of entitlement, but this attitude is often fostered by parents who mow down every obstacle in their child's path, never letting them fail. In How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids and Be OK with It, humorist Lisa Sugarman takes her humanistic approach to parenting Gen Z kids and tells it like it is. Sugarman reminds parents that it's okay (and beneficial) for children to confront obstacles, it's okay if your children are not perfect, and it's okay to say "No." The goal is not to raise perfect children; the goal is to raise kind, responsible adults, and it's a process. How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids reminds the reader that mistakes and problems lead to lessons. Fixating on raising the smartest, fastest, most successful child will never result in a happy child (or a happy parent). With healthy doses of humor and reality, Lisa Sugarman reminds us that our kids were never meant to be perfect, and perfectly imperfect kids can become wonderful, well-rounded adults if we just allow them to grow.

Author : Boris Vujicic
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1601429398

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Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child by Boris Vujicic Pdf

Author : Boris Vujicic
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781601428356

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Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child by Boris Vujicic Pdf

Your guide to giving your child with special needs love, roots, & wings “You may lack limbs, but don’t let that define what you can or can’t do.” That’s the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the nonprofit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself. But Nick’s journey didn’t start there. Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parents—Boris and Dushka Vujicic—overcame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled, and perfectly imperfect son. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a “new normal” when raising a child with special needs or unique challenges. With tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional, and financial challenges, and offers insights on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life. “I highly recommend Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child to anyone who has questions about bringing up a special-needs son or daughter.” —Joni Eareckson Tada, founder and CEO of Joni and Friends International Disability Center “A profoundly moving, triumphant testimony to what it means to be an extraordinary parent.” --Robin Berman, MD, author of Permission to Parent: How to Raise Your Child with Love and Limits

Author : Boris Vujicic
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781601428363

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Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child by Boris Vujicic Pdf

“You may lack limbs, but don't let that define what you can or can't do.” That’s the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally-known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the non-profit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself. But Nick’s journey didn’t start there. Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parents–Boris and Dushka Vujicic–overcame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled, and perfectly imperfect son. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a “new normal” when raising a special needs or unique child. With tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional, and financial challenges, and offers insights on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life. Your Guide to Giving Your Child with Special Needs LOVE, ROOTS, & WINGS A Special…Rewarding Journey Told from the perspective of a humble father, who at times questioned God and his own worthiness, this book addresses the unique challenges of raising a special needs child. Facing a mountain of doubts and debt, the Vujicics feared their son would never be able to get out of bed, let alone receive an education, support himself, or have a family of his own. And they questioned how a loving Father in heaven could have allowed this to happen. Yet once they gave up their narrow expectations for the perfect child, their imperfect son taught them that there are no limits to what a determined, faith-filled, and unstoppable individual can accomplish with the help of supportive parents and a caring God. Boris candidly addresses this family’s journey as Nick becomes aware of–and overcomes–the extent of his disabilities, as well as bullying, despair, and suicidal impulses. Other challenges included the stress a child with a disability put on their marriage and not neglecting the needs of their other children. Overflowing with inspiration and practical advice, Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child helps every parent understand that they can find the strength to give a child what is needed, despite the challenges faced. And the results include the rewards of a satisfying and joyful spiritual life.

Author : Lisa Sugarman
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-07
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781944822590

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Untying Parent Anxiety (Years 5–8) by Lisa Sugarman Pdf

Raising the perfect child . . . it’s our dream as parents. But the reality is: the perfect child doesn’t exist. Yet parents everywhere are putting the full-court press on their kids to be perfect, fixating on raising them to be smarter, faster, more successful, and more popular than their peers. And that’s making today’s parents and their children crazy. In Untying Parent Axniety, nationally syndicated humor columnist and author Lisa Sugarman reminds us that our kids aren’t supposed to be perfect. (And neither are we.) They’re going to screw up, make mistakes, and lose their way. And as soon as we embrace the idea that parenthood is not a straight line, we unlock everyone’s full potential. Drawing on her life as the perfectly imperfect mother of two daughters and more than a decade of working in the school system, Sugarman deconstructs some of the biggest myths facing parents and offers advice and strategies to help soothe anxious moms and dads. Cycling through everything from friend drama and separation anxiety to playing nice and emotional development, Untying Parent Anxiety is a funny but honest journey through the most common stages of raising kids that reinforces that parenthood is a beautiful, imperfect work in progress.

Author : Donna Tetreault
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-21
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781641706698

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The C.A.S.T.L.E. Method by Donna Tetreault Pdf

While many parenting strategies focus solely on what affects children, the CASTLE Method approaches both parents and children as unique individuals in need of active learning, growth, love, and care—because the heart of any castle is the entire family. In The C.A.S.T.L.E. Method, Dr. Phil’s resident parenting expert Donna Tetreault provides her professional and personal experience in raising children, along with the seven foundational, evidence-based principles that form the CASTLE Method: compassion, acceptance, security, trust, love, expectations plus education. This gentle guide simplifies the parent-education dilemma by organizing professional research that can be adapted to any circumstance. As you learn the tools you’ll need to build a strong foundation, you will be empowered to create the best version of yourself, your children, and your family. Your castle will be a place for your children to thrive and feel safe and loved. The journey to build your strong family foundation begins now.

Author : Cynthia Clumeck Muchnick,Jenn Bowie Curtis
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781641704366

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The Parent Compass by Cynthia Clumeck Muchnick,Jenn Bowie Curtis Pdf

Bragging rights and bumper stickers are some of the social forces fueling today’s parenting behavior—and, as a result, even well-intentioned parents are behaving badly. Many parents don’t know how best to support their teens, especially when everyone around them seems to be frantically tutoring, managing, and helicoptering. The Parent Compass provides guidance on what parents’ roles should be in supporting their teens’ mental health as they traverse the maze of the adolescent years. For anyone daunted by the unique challenge of parenting well in this pressure-laden and uncertain era, The Parent Compass offers: Advice on fostering grit and resilience in your teen Strategies to help your teen approach life with purpose Guidance on how to preserve your relationship with your teen while navigating a competitive academic environment Clear explanations of your appropriate role in the college admission process Effective ways to approach technology use in your home, and much more! Using The Parent Compass to navigate the adolescent years will help you parent with confidence and intention, allowing you to forge a trusting, positive relationship with your teen.

Author : Kendall Smith
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781641705936

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Rookie Father by Kendall Smith Pdf

If you grew up without a father figure, you may be concerned whether you have what it takes to be a great dad. Author Kendall Smith, son of a single mother, takes you under his wing, sharing the wisdom he has gathered from his own experience as a father, from observing other dads, and from interviewing various generations of men. This playbook for fathers who, like Smith, did not have a regular and dependable father figure is packed with short lessons to answer questions new dads will face, from choosing your parenting style to what it means to really be the “man of the house” (spoiler alert: it’s not the 1950s) to managing your expectations as your child grows into a unique person. With hilarious examples and a straightforward approach, Rookie Father is the mentor-in-a-book every new father needs to be the dad you want to be.

Author : Wendy Tamis Robbins
Publisher : Made For Success Publishing
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-25
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781641466332

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The Box by Wendy Tamis Robbins Pdf

Are you ready to find your way out of your box? There is a moment when you realize your life is no longer your own. You made it picture perfect. You thought it would make you happy and whole. You thought you could seal the walls tight and feel safe. But the panic doesn’t pass, and the anxiety seeps in through every crack. Your pain uses perfection to hide the unraveling. But deep inside, you still hear the whisper of a voice that’s always been there, calling to you, promising that you were meant for more. In The Box, Wendy Tamis Robbins offers a window into the mental illness of an all-star athlete, Ivy League-graduate, and successful attorney. At just 6 years old, Wendy’s first panic attack sparked a 40-year struggle with a variety of anxiety disorders: generalized, social and health, eating disorders, phobias, intrusive and suicidal thoughts, and dissociation. Avoiding anything that could trigger her symptoms, she retreats into a box to contain and hide her condition. After years of living in the prison she originally constructed as her safe place, Wendy is no longer willing to limit her life to accommodate her disorders. Raw and powerful, vulnerable and intimate, The Box is both a triumphant memoir and an irresistible invitation. It portrays a courageous journey to find the source of a debilitating disorder in order to find the power to overcome it. Wendy’s experience reminds us of the redemptive power of forgiveness and the healing power of love, not just for others, but for ourselves. It is a story of courage that reframes mental illness sufferers as survivors—a powerful portrait of a woman who refused to remain caged in a box of her making. Now, the invitation is yours… if you are willing to accept it.

Author : René Syler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781416955290

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Good-Enough Mother by René Syler Pdf

Syler explains how she learned to chuck perfection for practicality, offering sage advice and tips on navigating different obstacles while offering real wisdom about mothering that is tempered with humor and warmth.

Author : Mary O'Kane
Publisher : Orla Kelly Publishing
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-19
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1914225031

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Perfectly Imperfect Parenting: Connection Not Perfection by Mary O'Kane Pdf

Proven Methods for Understanding Children, Improving Family Communication and Raising Self-Confident and Resilient Kids by parenting expert Dr Mary O' Kane.

Author : Brought to you by Kidsstoppress.com
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2023-01-05
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9798888836163

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111 Perfect Parenting Quotes For The Imperfect Parent by Brought to you by Kidsstoppress.com Pdf

I have had my days when I thought I did things wrong, when I doubted myself and felt like I needed that push from the universe to tell me that “it is okay”. Have you had days like this too? This book is an effort to give you that invisible push. That pat on the back. And a shoulder to cry on. It is a compilation of our efforts over a period of time, that you have ‘liked’ and ‘shared’ on Instagram. I have had so many parents reach out in DMs and WhatsApp saying “you read my mood exactly!” or “ I just needed this today!” That’s what this book is about - to show you that we are in this together. To show you a mirror for you to realise what you should focus on more about parenting and what you should let go of.

Author : Paul Kincaid
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780692787922

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E. Leon: A Perfectly Imperfect Dad by Paul Kincaid Pdf

Everett Leon Kincaid Jr.-E. Leon-was not perfect. But, then again, he never claimed to be. He didn't have time. He was too busy trying to earn a living as a traveling advertising salesman and be the best dad possible to his five sons. Those were his priorities, not perfection. Leon's goal of being a good dad stemmed from the troubled relationship he had with his own father. Leon swore that he would never treat his own children the way his father treated him. He lived up to that goal with his five sons, using a combination of common sense advice and humor. His common sense usually came in the form of sayings, including -Money's never an issue, as long as you have some of it, - -There is a fine line between being 'in the groove' and being 'in the rut, '- and -Don't ever get old. It's not all it's cracked up to be.- Leon taught his sons how to drive, how to defend themselves, how to deal with people, how to compete, how to play baseball and other sports, and, in the process, how to be good dads themselves.

Author : Wendy Boorn
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781939614087

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I Thought I'd Be Done by Now by Wendy Boorn Pdf

A series of insightful essays to help mothers of adult children deal with difficult issues.

Author : Bill Johnson,Beni Johnson
Publisher : Chosen Books
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781493417360

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Raising Giant-Killers by Bill Johnson,Beni Johnson Pdf

With honesty, humor, and keen biblical insight, bestselling authors Bill and Beni Johnson help you discover the keys to successful parenting in God's kingdom. "Parents, we rule for the purpose of protection, but we also serve with the purpose of empowering," they write. "We want to release our children into their destiny--that's the privilege of parenting." In these pages you will gain the wisdom, kingdom concepts, and practical tools you need to help raise your children to their best. You'll discover how to parent to their uniqueness, gifts, and strengths, as well as how you can demonstrate and reveal who God is to your kids. The authors also address pressing issues parents face today, including how to · be fully engaged in hearing what the Lord is saying over each child · maintain relationship and discipline · develop character · train your children for worship · fan the flame of what God has put in their hearts · and more No matter what age your kids are, you have an incredible opportunity to shape their hearts, minds, and values. Here is everything you need to help your children walk into the destiny of their lives and see them become the awesome people they were created to be.