Author

Siegel, Daniel J.

Bryson, Tina Payne

Place of Publication

New York

Publisher

Ballantine Books

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover; 238 pages

Subject

Parenting

Abstract

One of the very best scientific predictors for how any child turns out - in terms of happiness, academic success, leadership skills, and meaningful relationships - is whether at least one adult in their life has consistently shown up for them. In an age of scheduling demands and digital distractions, this might sound like a tall order.

But as bestselling authors Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson reassuringly explain, showing up doesn't take a lot of time, energy, or money. Instead, showing up means offering a quality of presence. And it's simple to provide once you understand the four building blocks of a child's healthy development.

Every child needs to feel what Siegel and Bryson call the Four S's:

- Safe: We can't always insulate a child from injury or hurt feelings. But when we give a child a sense of safe harbor, she will be able to take the needed risks for growth and change.

- Seen: Truly seeing a child means we pay attention to his emotions--both the positive and the negative--and strive to attune to what's happening in his mind beneath his behavior.

- Soothed: Soothing isn't about providing a life of ease, but instead teaching your child how to cope when life gets hard, and showing him that you'll be there with him along the way.

- Secure: When you reliably provide safety, focus on seeing her, and soothe her in times of need, she will trust in a feeling of secure attachment. And thrive!

Based on the latest brain and attachment research, The Power of Showing Up shares stories, scripts, simple strategies, illustrations and tips for honoring the Four S's effectively in all kinds of situations--when our kids are struggling or when they are enjoying success; when we are consoling, disciplining, or arguing with them; and even when we are apologizing for the times we don't show up for them. Demonstrating that mistakes and missteps are reparable and that it's never too late to mend broken trust, this is a powerful guide to cultivating your child's healthy emotional landscape

ISBN

9781524797737

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GK 600 SIE 2020

Alternate Title

Congrats your're having a teen

Author

Ginsburg, Kenneth R.

Place of Publication

Itasca, IL

Publisher

American Academy of Pediatrics

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Softcover; 336 pages

Subject

Parent-Young Adult Relationships

Parenting

Relationships-Parent/Child

Abstract

Congrats - you' re having a teen! No, really - congratulations! You're entering one of the most exciting, important phases of parenting. These years are your best opportunity to guide your child toward a thriving adulthood and strengthen your relationship with them for life. This guide will help you understand, encourage, support, love, and, yes, even celebrate your teen!

The teen years may bring challenges. This book prepares you to meet those challenges as a family while staying firmly committed to raising a good person.

ISBN

9781610025980

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GL 450 GIN 2023

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