Home Development

Positive parenting takes a different approach. By positive reframing and allowing them to express their emotions without giving in, you can create a stronger parent-child relationship, resulting in clear communication and improved self-esteem for your child. You might think this is too much positivity when what your child needs is discipline. But the reality is: This is discipline. This is positive discipline that really works.

Raising a child on your own can be extremely challenging. Many women have become single mothers as a personal choice or due to circumstances that have led them to be so. Whatever the reason might be, taking charge of your own life and the life of your child is a courageous choice. Life as a single mother isn't easy, but that doesn't mean you need to struggle. You may face a lot of challenges along the way as you try to raise your child.

A rallying cry for everyone tired of keyboard commandos and people who use speakerphones in open plan offices, The Jackass Whisperer is your guide to dealing with the worst people on earth. Jackasses are those who make our lives needlessly harder. They drive too slowly in the fast lane and too quickly in the slow lane, reply all, heat up fish in the microwave at work, and share way too much information about their cleanse on Facebook. They live in our homes, work in our offices, and shop at our stores.

In My Teenage Zombie, David L. Henderson explains the teenage zombie's brain, heart, and spirit; how they got into this undead state; and how to resurrect them back to life. Using real case studies of families he has counseled, he describes both their physical and psychological characteristics and offers practical suggestions on how to deal with, and in many cases avoid, having an undead adolescent in your home.

We are living through an unprecedented and stressful time, and many parents around the world have been asked to care for and educate their children at home. This presents unique challenges, especially for parents trying to work and oversee their children during long days at home. Extraordinary Parenting offers authoritative, calm, credible advice that is easy to digest and put into practice straight away, as parents learn to navigate unthinkable circumstances. Central to this quick, informative book is a guide to building strong, flexible family rhythms.

Somatic Therapy DIY Guide for Women: Discover the potential of therapy through a 7-day exercise program that offers step by step instructions, for practicing self healing in your own home. Discover the power of self-help and emotional well-being with the Somatic Therapy DIY Guide for Women. This empowering guide gives you the tools to take control of your mental health and unlock your inner healing potential.

In Material, Kary takes listeners along with him to visit some of the places where modern artisans are preserving, and in some cases passing on, the old craft skills. His vivid descriptions and eye for detail make this book a rich and delightful listen, and the natural and cultural history he imparts along the way provides an important context for understanding our own past and the roots of our industrial society. Personal, engaging, and filled with memorable people, landscapes, and scenes, Material is a rich celebration of what it means to imagine and create.

Tips, tools, advice, and activities for raising eco-friendly kids while nurturing compassion, resilience, and community engagement.

Losing a cherished pet leaves an indelible mark on your heart, and the path to healing can seem daunting. In "Beyond the Rainbow Bridge," Andi, a devoted pet owner for over 45 years, offers a compassionate guide to navigating the complexities of pet loss grief.

A handy guide that has been helping people manage their daily lives since 1978 is revised and updated to apply the principles of organization to today's lifestyles.

Are you emotionally connected with your spouse? Can you trust him or her with your heart? Creating a safe haven for each other in a marriage can enable a couple to weather any storm. Having a marriage safe haven is an accomplishment that is certainly easier said than done. Psychologists Arch Hart, Ph.D, and Sharon Hart Morris, Ph.D., present a detailed blueprint for establishing a marital safe haven so that couples can count on each other and avoid criticizing, blaming and shutting out their partners during tough times.

Certified Enneagram teacher Meredith Boggs gives Christians who are skeptical of the Enneagram a conservative biblical guide to understand how it can further their spiritual journeys and deepen their relationship with God by discovering their type's virtues, unhelpful tendencies, and best practices for spiritual growth.

This book is a self-help workbook for individuals and couples who desperately want to improve their homes, reduce clutter, and argue less with their partners about the topic. This book features interactive questions and prompts after each section and takes you on a journey of self-discovery. You'll gain deeper insights into your clutter habits and your partner's.

ما أشبه حياة كل منا بلوحة كبيرة من الفسيفساء فما هي إلا مجموعة لقطات من وقائع الحياة اليومية تتجمع معا لتشكل في النهاية وجدان كل منا. في هذا الكتاب أيتها الأم العزيزة وأيها الأب العزيز نلقي الضوء على اللحظات الهادفة المتنكرة في ثوب وقائع الحياة اليومية لكنها تحمل في طياتها فرصا رائعة لإرساء حس المسؤولية في نفس الطفل وتعليمه

When Mark Doty went looking to adopt a small dog, a cuddly creature who might comfort his terminally ill partner, Wally Roberts, he was surprised to find himself returning home from an animal shelter with a full-grown golden retriever, a dog whose "absolute openess of regard", and paw gently offered through the bars of a cage, proved irresistable to him.

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all facets of life. The health crisis has overwhelmed medical workers, business closings have exacerbated financial stress, and - perhaps most unexpectedly - sheltering in place has placed married couples in endless, unprecedented proximity.

Anyone can pick up a pair of needles and a ball of yarn. And everyone can be mindful. Mindfulness in Knitting casts fresh light on this renowned calming craft, and reveals how the act of “knit and purl” can be the epitome of conscious living. Ethical textile artist Rachael Matthews unpicks the threads of this popular pastime to explore how knitting connects us to each other and to the world around us. Through personal anecdote and expert insight, she unravels the true value of what it means to craft, its therapeutic benefits, and the joys of mindful making.

Sabemos que o desejo de ser amado é intrínseco ao ser humano, mas, antes que possamos criar laços significativos com outras pessoas, é preciso mergulhar de corpo e alma na autoaceitação.

Clutter is everywhere in our lives. It is present in our homes, our schedules, our jobs, our relationships, our use of technology, and, most importantly, our minds. The damaging effects of clutter on our psyches are clear. When we lead chaotic, unorganized lives, we are prone to worry, anxiety, self-doubt, and overthinking. But you can free yourself from the seemingly endless cycle of frantic days and sleepless nights, and shape the life you want to live.

If you want to learn how to homeschool from someone who has real life experience homeschooling, then check out How to Homeschool by Jane Rodda. This is an excellent resource for parents. Whether you are merely considering the option, just starting out, or are an established homeschooler looking for advice and encouragement, this guide will suit your needs.