The Whole-Brain Child
The Whole-Brain Child
Daniel J. Siegel
Graham Duncan
Graham Duncan mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
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The Whole-Brain Child

The Whole-Brain Child: Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

Daniel J. Siegel
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Daniel J. Siegel
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In "The Whole-Brain Child," Daniel J. Siegel, a renowned neuropsychiatrist, alongside parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson, offers a groundbreaking approach to understanding and nurturing your child's developing mind. With a blend of cutting-edge neuroscience and practical strategies, this book illuminates the mysteries behind tantrums, conflicts, and the emotional rollercoaster that defines childhood. Siegel and Bryson guide you through the intricate web of your child's brain, revealing how the interplay between the emotional right brain and the logical left brain can lead to the tumultuous behaviors that often leave parents feeling perplexed and overwhelmed. Through their expert lens, the seemingly insurmountable challenges of parenting become opportunities for growth, connection, and deeper understanding. Employing twelve revolutionary strategies, "The Whole-Brain Child" equips parents with the tools to transform everyday conflicts into moments of growth. Techniques such as "Name It to Tame It," for bridging the gap between logical thinking and emotional upheaval, and "Move It or Lose It," for using physical activity to shift emotional states, are just a few examples of how Siegel and Bryson blend science with practical advice to foster harmony and resilience in children. This book is not just a guide to parenting; it's a pathway to creating more empathetic, intelligent, and well-adjusted humans. Through delightful illustrations and accessible explanations, "The Whole-Brain Child" promises to change the way you relate to your child, paving the way for a future filled with emotional and intellectual richness.

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Released
2011
1 Jan
Length
192
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Graham Duncan mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Too often we forget that discipline really means to teach, not to punish. A disciple is a student, not a recipient of behavioural consequences.
— Daniel J. Siegel, The Whole-Brain Child

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