A clear, supportive guide to emotionally charged parenting moments…
Blake draws on her work in mindfulness and emotional coaching to deliver a highly accessible, solution-oriented guide for parents navigating the emotional rollercoaster of raising children. The book is organized into digestible chapters, each offering concrete strategies—from identifying triggers to repairing parent-child relationships after conflict. Blake tackles common scenarios—tantrums, sibling fights, bedtime resistance—with calm clarity. The book opens with a familiar scene: a long day, children fighting, and the parent shouting before guilt floods in. “Why can’t I control my anger? Why does parenting have to be so hard?” she writes, voicing what so many feel. She doesn’t scold. Instead, she equips.
She frequently reminds readers that anger is normal and that parenting without shame is not only possible but healthier for everyone involved. In one scenario, a child spills juice during a hectic morning. Rather than yelling, Blake walks readers through the “Pause and Breathe” technique: “Take a deep breath. Inhale for four seconds, hold for one, exhale for six… If you’re still tense, do it again.” The book also explores how childhood experiences shape adult reactions and includes thoughtful journaling prompts to encourage self-awareness.
For any parent seeking calmer days and stronger bonds, this is a kind, actionable resource.
Pub date October 23, 2024
ASIN B0DKVL7TY3
Price $27.49 (USD) Hardcover, $14.99 Paperback, $8.99 Kindle edition
