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December 28, 2008.

Stupid Xmas gift to a logical loving parent.

Rating: 1
This book talks to parents that have serious issues and who don't seem to really love or have the smarts on how to take care of children. This book would be good for an abusive parent, but not for one who already knows how to be a positive role model.

I am throwing mine in the trash. Got it as a gift and very offended since I am a single mother who is doing just fine. I put my children first. If not I would of re-married three times by now, but since
they couldn't father my kids well enough I let them go.
Being single doesn't make me less of a parent or person. Started a savings account for both kids before a month old and even take them golfing and out to dinner with me. I am smart enough to know how to have dates, work, go to college and raise my wonderful babies all at the same time, which is nothing I talk about since it is my life not yours! So don't give this to someone that already does this. At least read it first. I love Books but would never give a book I didn't read myself.

December 29, 2008.

excellent book for advice.

Rating: 5
This is a highly recommend book by Dr. Phil. Gives excellent adise on raising a great family.

December 24, 2008.

Info abou the CDs.

Rating: 5
The CD set contains 6 CD's with a downloadable PDF file (75 pages) that replaces the workbook. The workbook is 200+ pages but is MUCH more broken down if you need that.

The program is interactive, pausing now and then for you to read from the printout. However, the CDs are good to play in the background or in the car for refreshing or letting it sink in.

The PDF file needs Adobe Reader (free online) to print. I had trouble doing this. I realized that after downloading Adobe Reader I had to go into my start-up menu and search for Adobe, right click it and create a shortcut for the desktop. Put in the cd, open Adobe Reader and go to File, select "open", and from the drop-down box at the top select the Drive the says "family First". The PDF file will appear and you can print it out.

I have the book and find the CDs much easier to follow and find time for. I synced it to my Ipod and can knit/wash dishes etc while I listen. My kids can play and be loud without disrupting my "reading".

December 18, 2007.

Tools to help put your family first..

Rating: 5
This book is on my mind because I recommended it yesterday while talking with a single mother. She clearly loved her kids but was at her wit's end with them not listening, not helping out at home and constantly arguing with her and each other. She said she had "tried everything" (which she later acknowledged she hadn't once she saw how she eventually gave in because the disciplinary tactics she used "weren't working"). This book immediately came to mind as one that is easy to read and will give her guidance on setting boundaries, sticking with them, being consistent and doing "what it takes" to get her family back on track.

This book offers an assessment for parents to identify their parenting style and their child's personality style and provides strategies to best adapt their parenting accordingly. Make sure to measure each of your children separately - amazing how kids in the same family can be so different!

This book is especially recommended for those who are (or quickly heading toward) parenting teens. Even if you feel like you've lost control of your teenage kids, this book's message that it's never too late to turn things around is reassuring and empowering. Some parents might need additional professional help but this book provides a solid start for all.

Mollie Marti, Ph.D., J.D.
Author, Selling: Powerful New Strategies for Sales Success

December 25, 2007.

Great Book, Great Book....

Rating: 5
Dr Phil is inspiring as always. I really enjoyed this book and I think Dr. Phil is powerful and innovative. I also think his work is similar to the encouraging words of another doctor, Dr. Joan. Dr. Joan is just as good in my opinion. I would recommend her for more inspiration and positive words.

Chris

Check out Dr. Joan at:
Make Your Life A Miracle