Parenting Essentials

Perhaps love itself will always be a mystery. Why a relationship works or doesn't work, however, is not a total mystery. It is only a challenge that you can easily meet if you have the tools, starting with awareness as the key.

Are you worried about building relationships with stepchildren, managing different parenting styles, or handling financial complexities unique to your family? Thousands of blended families face these challenges daily, but a happy, harmonious family can be your reality! The key is understanding each person's needs, keeping communication open, respecting cultural backgrounds, and working as a team to create a loving family.

Transform your life with this essential guide and empathetic companion. It makes your parenting journey easy and enjoyable while enabling your tween to thrive in middle school and life.

The seventh book in the bestselling Mindfulness Essentials series, a back-to-basics collection from world-renowned Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh that introduces everyone to the essentials of mindfulness practice. Profound and always approachable, Thich Nhat Hanh teaches us the art of looking deeply—in to our knee-jerk assumptions and runaway thoughts—so we can recognize the true meaning and essence of our lives. How to See teases apart the act of seeing—both inside and outside of ourselves, and points the way to developing true clarity.

Have you noticed that on some days, everything seems to go so smoothly? Those times when everybody shares the same deadline and all of a sudden everything gets done. What’s going on here? What’s different in these scenarios? At the core of each situation is a replicable occurrence, a behavior pattern, or a trend you can understand and utilize. In fact, with just a little bit of heightened awareness and increased focus on your situation, you can pinpoint these exact patterns and recreate them at will.

Have you noticed that your sweet little son has become rebellious and impossible to manage? Don't be scared, your son is becoming a teenager. Like any parent, you find it hard to accept that your little baby is growing so fast. Until a few years ago, you were able to keep him under control, and he was the most obedient child in the world. But lately, you've started to notice changes. He has changed his way of dressing, he wants to look bigger to impress his friends, and he no longer respects the rules of the house.

The love story we're all familiar with ends with “... and they lived happily ever after.” But how often do we hear a nonmonogamous love story with that ending? In all kinds of contexts, nonmonogamous happiness is erased. From the ubiquitous “friend who tried it once and it didn't end well” to Dan Savage's long-term jokes about never being invited to a polyamorous third wedding anniversary, we are repeatedly assured that nonmonogamy leads to misery.

In a lifesaving guide for parents, Dr. Abigail Gewirtz shows how to use the most basic tool at your disposal—conversation—to give children real help in dealing with the worries, stress, and other negative emotions caused by problems in the world, from active shooter drills to climate change. But it's not just how to talk to your kids, it's also what to say: The heart of When the World Feels Like a Scary Place is a series of scripts—with actual dialogue, talking points, prompts, and insightful asides—that are each age-appropriate and centered around different issues.

Do you have a much-loved dog? Your "fur kid"? Are you expecting or trying for a baby? Does your dog know? Do you want to learn how to prepare your dog for the new addition? Tell Your Dog You're Pregnant offers a practical, intuitive approach for creating a loving bond between your dog and your new baby. Dr Kirkham has packed this audiobook full of information, helpful tips, and the latest behavioral knowledge. This audio program is a must listen for any dog-owning family who is expecting a baby - your dog's and baby's future relationship may just depend on it.

This audiobook will teach how controlling your emotions is the secret to happiness and the secret to ultimately getting what you want in life. It will show you how to stay calm and focused so you can prevent any stress response. You will discover how controlling your emotions can lead to changes in your life that could result in a more productive and successful life.

Do you struggle awakening your chakras? Do you want to create balance and harmony in your life? Do you want to learn about the seven locations and functions of each chakra? Do you want to heal your body's energy? If you do, this audiobook will help you to address these problems. Listen to these chakra healing scripts which can help you unlock the power, once and for all.

The financier, Georgetown University professor, and former White House advisor teaches you how to find meaning, balance, and purpose throughout your career while reaching the highest levels of professional achievement - how to do well without losing yourself. Throughout his illustrious career, J. Douglas Holladay has taught generations of executives, as well as students in his popular MBA course at Georgetown, how to use a holistic approach to defining and reaching success in life and business.

Nearly all of us have an ideal of what a "dream" relationship would be, but very few of us are living in one. Three decades of research and clinical practice have led Harville Hendrix to pinpoint four essential "non-negotiable" keys to creating and sustaining a healthy, loving relationship. In this workshop, he will help couples: understand what prevents them from achieving the type of relationship they aspire to; discover how to cultivate those habits that can create the conditions that permit such a relationship to blossom; and practice the Imago Dialogue, a three-step process that offers us a highly effective tool to transform our dream about our relationship into reality.

As a Black woman, I know all too well the unique challenges and obstacles we face in pursuing our dreams. But I also know the power of manifestation and the impact it can have on our lives. Through my own journey and working with other Black women, I've seen firsthand the incredible transformation that can occur when we tap into our inner strength and harness the power of manifestation.

Learn shadow work and start thriving—not just surviving! Shadow Work Essentials is your guide to navigating the complexities of your inner world. Everyone has Shadows; uncovering them can lead to profound personal growth and self-awareness. It is NEVER TOO LATE to start essential shadow work and claim the results you seek.

A Message to Garcia is Hubbard's most famous work. In it, he argues that the greatest hero is the man who simply does his job, completing the task no matter what the obstacles. Within Hubbard's lifetime, the message was reprinted more than any book besides the Bible. Today, it is required reading at US military academies.

While anger is natural to have, it’s also no surprise that anger and reactive behavior can be detrimental to success in many areas of life. And unfortunately, it’s too easy to get swept up in emotions with anger when you’re dealing with difficult situations or feel under pressure. When deep-seated anger goes unresolved, it will play out in your life negatively in multiple ways simply because you don’t even understand your own anger. Are you ready to have quick and simple strategies that have been proven to manage anger in the moment it tries to take control?

Are you feeling swamped by the relentless demands of daily life, craving a sense of equilibrium and deeper meaning? ‘Nine Self-Care Essentials’ isn’t just a book; it’s your personal expedition towards profound self-discovery and enriched well-being. Experience the thrill of converting daily stressors into pillars of strength and tranquility. This isn’t about reading; it’s about revolutionizing your life:

This book serves as a transformative guide, beckoning you to release shame, fear, and self-abandonment and, instead, embrace a fresh start grounded in self-love, unlocking boundless possibilities. Lead author Tina Green understands this, and she’s leading this movement by gathering a community of experts to share their stories and practices for listeners eager to create deep and lasting change in their lives.

Empower your child with the crucial skills they need to thrive with Essential Life Skills Every 12 Year Old Needs to Know. This guide is designed to support both you and your child on a journey of growth and success, offering practical tools for navigating life's challenges and opportunities.