City of Belmont - Ruth Faulkner Public Library

Have a happy family by Friday, how to improve communication, respect & teamwork in 5 days, Kevin Leman

Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-286)

Have a happy family by Friday

Kevin Leman

how to improve communication, respect & teamwork in 5 days

You really can have a happier home in just 5 days! Every member of a family plays a vital role in the health and happiness of the household. Everyone is important, deserves to be treated with love and respect, and needs to know that when they make mistakes they will still be loved unconditionally. And when every member of the family is pulling for each other and on the same team, everybody wins. Is this kind of family life even possible? Parenting expert and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman says it is, and he's ready to show you exactly how you can make it happen in your family--in just five days. He shows families how to - communicate honestly and kindly - prioritize the right things - maintain great attitudes and behaviors - determine the role each person plays in the family structure - make family time count As always, Dr. Leman's outstanding advice is laced with humor, great stories, and the wisdom that comes from a lifetime of experience. If you've had it up to here with bickering, hurt feelings, and emotional exhaustion, Have a Happy Family by Friday is just what the doctor ordered

Monday -- Choose Your Words, Change Your Family -- What you say and how you say it has everything to do with how---your loved ones respond -- Tuesday -- The Big 5: Time, Priorities, Activities, Work, and Finances -- What to do, what not to do, and why -- Wednesday -- Navigating the Perfect Storm -- How to get the best from toddlers, teenagers, and all ages in between -- Thursday -- Why Dad Can't Be Mom and Mom Can't Be Dad -- Tweaking your roles---and your marriage---to their finest, indelible sheen. (If you're single, there's good stuff here for you too) -- Friday -- Mission: Possible -- How to make your time together count and make lasting connections -- Ask Dr. Leman -- The hottest topics and time-tested advice that really works -- Monday: Communication and Family Dynamics -- Tuesday: Time, Priorities, Activities, Work, and Finances -- Wednesday: Discipline and Attitude -- Thursday: Dad, Mom, and Marriage -- Friday: Family Connections -- The Top 10 Countdown to Having a Happy Family by Friday -- Bonus Feature -- Everybody likes a little extra value, so I've included a special section to give you more bang for your buck. Enjoy! -- The Secrets of Birth Order