Raising Your Spirited Child offers a transformative guide for parents navigating the challenges of raising energetic and intense children. Drawing on insightful research and real-life experiences, the author unveils effective strategies to embrace and channel your child’s unique traits. You’ll discover how to foster resilience and empathy while creating a nurturing environment that celebrates their spirited nature. Throughout the book, practical tips intertwine with heartwarming anecdotes, making the journey both relatable and empowering. Are you ready to unlock the potential of your spirited child and transform your parenting approach?
By Mary Sheedy Kurcinka
Published: 2009
"Spirited children are often unconventional, perceptive, and intense, and they bring a unique perspective to the world."
The spirited child—often called "difficult" or "strong-willed"—can easily overwhelm parents, leaving them feeling frustrated and inadequate.Spirited kids are, in fact, simply "more"—by temperament, they are more intense, sensitive, perceptive, persistent, and uncomfortable with change than the average child.Through vivid examples and a refreshingly positive viewpoint, Mary Sheedy Kurcinka offers parents emotional support and proven strategies for handling their spirited child. Raising Your Spirited Child will help you: Understand your child's—and your own—temperamental traits Plan for success with a simple four-step program Discover the power of positive—rather than negative—labels Cope with tantrums and blowups when they do occur Develop strategies for handling mealtimes, bedtimes, holidays, school and many other situations Filled with personal insight and authorative advice, Raising Your Spirited Child can help make parenting the joy it should be, rather than the trial it can be.
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Mary Sheedy Kurcinka is a renowned author and educator best known for her work on understanding and nurturing temperament in children. With a background in education and child development, she has dedicated her career to helping parents and teachers create environments that support diverse personalities. Her popular books, including "Raising Your Spirited Child," provide practical strategies and insights for working with energetic and sensitive children. Kurcinka’s engaging workshops and presentations have made her a sought-after speaker in the field of parenting and education. Through her work, she empowers families to embrace the unique traits of their children, fostering resilience and connection.
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