Author:Edward Hallowell
It's never been easy to raise children, and arguably it's even more difficult now. In this measured and humane book Dr Edward Hallowell offers a sensible strategy for raising happy children. In his plan he has two primary goals for children: 1) that they develop a sense of 'connection' with those around them and 2) the development of a sense of mastery over one or more areas of their lives. When parents guide their children towards these goals, the outcome will be good. Other key issues he raises are:
- Don't push your child too hard in school
- High academic achievement has no correlation with happy adult life
- Put your efforts into helping your child become good at something that will become a passionate involvement
- Don't try to rush your child's development
- Teach manners
Grant's knowledge and authority is tempered with grandfatherly love as he delivers a message of unconditional affirmation for boys
—— JuniorInsightful and inspirational - Ian Grant has a unique ability to cut through the jargon and give parents genuinely helpful, down-to-earth advice we can really use
—— Simon Dallow, VivaI know from listener comments how much Ian's advice is valued, and as the father of two boys I have exploited that advice to advantage. It doesn't come any better
—— Leighton Smith, NewstalkZBThis book is a disturbing read. It is a terrible indictment of the criminal system, the legal profession, and our own experts
—— British Medical JournalWell written and has the same unputdownable quality as a good novel. But a novel it is not. What happened to Sally makes you want to spit... This is a book that should be read by all solicitors
—— Solicitors JournalHeart-breaking story of abuse, neglect and survival
—— The StarIt's a hell of a story
—— The Irish ExaminerIt's a revolutionary method, unlike any other practised in this country
—— Here's Health[A] well-organized, persuasive introduction to a non-Western everyday cooking plan.
—— Publishers WeeklyOne-upping a certain French woman who boasted about staying thin, Moriyama reveals seven secrets of how Japanese women avoid adding pounds and prolong their life.
—— GoodHousekeeping.comThanks to Moriyama and Doyle, readers can learn from an insider raised in Japan. . . . Even the most hesitant readers will find their passion for the wonderful taste and aroma of Japanese dishes irresistible
—— The Cleveland Plain Dealersounds like a spoof of French Women Don't Get Fatbut it's serious one-upmanship...the diet book fad sweeping Australia
—— Sydney Morning HeraldMoriyama's book is a compelling wake-up call
—— Sunday Telegraph (Australia)Brimming with easy recipes and lifestyle tips
—— Sunday Express Magazine