Life, The School of
The Good Enough Parent: How to raise contented, interesting and resilient children
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912891542
- author:
- Life, The School of
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The School of Life Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 18 x 12.5 centimeters (0.25 kg)
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Self Help, Personal Growth,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Raising a child to be an authentic and mentally robust adult is a significant challenge, but one that can be approached with the right guidance. The Good Enough Parent offers a comprehensive guide to understanding how children's minds operate and what they need from their caregivers to develop into the best version of themselves. This book provides practical advice on how to navigate the complexities of childhood, including how to encourage genuine kindness, open self-expression, and how to handle the challenges of adolescence. The author's approach is rooted in the idea that perfection is not required, and that a key part of a parent's role is to introduce children to the imperfect nature of the world. By embracing this approach, parents can help their children develop a healthy sense of self and a positive relationship with themselves and others. The result is a child who will look back on their childhood with gratitude, humour, and love.