Overview
This book is for every parent who has ever struggled under the enormous burden of caregiving. Not only is The Available Parent a smart, practical guide to raising resilient and mentally healthy children, but it's also a great book for overwhelmed parents who need to be more considerate and less worried. It is also a support resource for parents willing to guide their children into becoming healthy, confident, self-aware, and law-abiding adults.Ward Bentley is a smart, thoughtful, and experienced parenting expert who has written several books on parenting and relationships. Millions of parents are tired of following advice that doesn't work or doesn't feel right, Ward Bentley in this guide adopts an empowering and effective approach, which prioritizes interaction with children over corrections. For too long, parents have been sold a parenting model that just doesn't work. From reward charts to time-outs, many common parenting approaches are based on shaping behavior rather than training people. These techniques do not develop the skills children need to survive, nor do they address their complex emotional needs. Add to this the parents' complex relationships with their upbringings, and why do so many caregivers feel lost, burnt out, and worried that they are failing their children? It's easy to understand why.In The Available Parent, Ward Bentley shares his parenting philosophy and practical strategies to help parents move from anxiety and self-blame to confidence and strong leadership. This is a comprehensive resource for parents looking for new ways to raise their children while preparing them for a life of self-regulation, confidence, and resilience.
- | Author: Ward Bentley
- | Publisher: Independently Published
- | Publication Date: Nov 15, 2023
- | Number of Pages: 74 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-13: 9798867775193
