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Every parent would happily give up ever scolding, punishing or
threatening if she only knew how to ensure that her toddler/child/teen
would thrive and act responsibly without such painful measures. Raising Our
Children, Raising Ourselves is the answer to this universal wish. It is not
about gentle ways to control a child, but about a way of being and of
understanding a child so she/he can be the best of herself, not because she
fears you, but because she wants to, of her own free will.
"Aldort's book should be on the must read list of all Moms and Dads. This
book could carry a subtitle: "Saving the Emotional Lives of Our Children
and The Future of Humanity.""
threatening if she only knew how to ensure that her toddler/child/teen
would thrive and act responsibly without such painful measures. Raising Our
Children, Raising Ourselves is the answer to this universal wish. It is not
about gentle ways to control a child, but about a way of being and of
understanding a child so she/he can be the best of herself, not because she
fears you, but because she wants to, of her own free will.
"Aldort's book should be on the must read list of all Moms and Dads. This
book could carry a subtitle: "Saving the Emotional Lives of Our Children
and The Future of Humanity.""
- James Prescott, Ph.D. Institute of Humanistic Science
"Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves operates on the radical premise
that neither child nor parent must dominate; it is for those who want to
give up scolding, threatening and punishing. Her SALVE "formula" alone is
worth the price of the book." - Peggy O'Mara Editor and Publisher of
Mothering
"Every once in awhile, a writer comes along who is comfortable speaking the
truth, no matter how much it might challenge us or make us uncomfortable.
Naomi Aldort is one of those people. In Raising Our Children, Raising
Ourselves, Naomi Aldort takes the struggle out of parenting and replaces
controlling and shaping style of parenting with one that values, trusts and
nurtures children's innate abilities and autonomy."
- Wendy Priesnitz Editor of Life Learning magazine, author of School Free
and Challenging Assumptions in Education
"In this stunning insight into human nature, Naomi Aldort opens a window
into harmonious family living. This book should to be widely read and not
just by parents but by every being who strives for a more peaceful world."
- Veronika Robinson, Editor of The Mother magazine, UK
About the Author
Naomi Aldort, Ph.D. is a psychologist specializing in parenting.
Parents from around the globe seek Aldort's advice by phone, in person and
through her workshops and tapes/CDs. Her advice columns appear in parenting
magazines in Canada, USA, AU, UK, and translated to German, Hebrew, Dutch,
Japanese and Spanish.
Parents from around the globe seek Aldort's advice by phone, in person and
through her workshops and tapes/CDs. Her advice columns appear in parenting
magazines in Canada, USA, AU, UK, and translated to German, Hebrew, Dutch,
Japanese and Spanish.
Naomi Aldort is married and a mother of three. Her youngest son is
twelve-year-old cellist Oliver Aldort.
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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves is unlike other parenting books and much more effective. I have read good advice before, but couldn't change my habits. This book gives the tools of personal growth that make it possible to be the loving mother that I really want to be. This is not esoteric philosophizing; it is useful advice with a five-step approach that is eminently doable. Each step is illustrated with story after story about parents who discover, or rediscover, the power of love as they replace controlling parenting techniques with gentle nurturing.
In applying Ms. Aldort's suggestions myself, I have found that my listening and communication skills are improving and I am definitely more mindful, more empathetic, and more flexible as a parent. Happily, my children have noticed this change and, even more happily, have emulated it in their relationships with each other, with their father, with me, and with friends. A little positive parenting goes a long way!!
Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves is a must-read, must-have book for parents who are trying to break a personal or cultural cycle of authoritarianism and start becoming the mothers and fathers they wish to be.
In applying Ms. Aldort's suggestions myself, I have found that my listening and communication skills are improving and I am definitely more mindful, more empathetic, and more flexible as a parent. Happily, my children have noticed this change and, even more happily, have emulated it in their relationships with each other, with their father, with me, and with friends. A little positive parenting goes a long way!!
Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves is a must-read, must-have book for parents who are trying to break a personal or cultural cycle of authoritarianism and start becoming the mothers and fathers they wish to be.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I enjoyed this book, I found it challenging and provocative, and also very inspiring. The SALVE formula is extremely useful and a daily used tool.
However, the examples didn't always ring true to me, and also some of the advice given was very impractical, if a parent of more than one child you're often pulled in four or five different directions and there are times I literally cant just stop and sit because one of them is having a tantrum, motherhood is a balancing act and there are many peoples needs to consider.
I would definitely recommend looking for Naomi Aldort's videos on youtube they're a handy summation of the book and in some ways clearer.
However, the examples didn't always ring true to me, and also some of the advice given was very impractical, if a parent of more than one child you're often pulled in four or five different directions and there are times I literally cant just stop and sit because one of them is having a tantrum, motherhood is a balancing act and there are many peoples needs to consider.
I would definitely recommend looking for Naomi Aldort's videos on youtube they're a handy summation of the book and in some ways clearer.
26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the best parenting book I've found - a great leap from the many modern parenting books out there. In fact, I'd say it is the only parenting book you will ever need! I am ordering many copies and actively distributing to everyone I know.
Finally, a book that spells out with crystal clarity that yes, you can respect and trust your children fully, and love them unconditionally, without any "ifs" and "buts".
Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves provides the tools for being always kind and loving in our day-to-day interactions with our children, and illustrates the guidance via eloquent real-life examples. These tools are easy to remember and put to practice, and they actually work. This book has transformed my relationship with my 10-month old, giving me permission to fully love her the way I always felt - without holding back ANYTHING! Quite a liberating shift. The guidance carries all the way from infancy through the teen years, and I am so grateful that I stumbled upon it while she is still little!
The transformative effect of the book goes way beyond parenting, as both the title, and the subtitle proposed by James Prescott on the cover ('Saving the emotional lives of our children and the future of humanity'), suggest. It lays out a readily available path to self-healing and self-realization through our relationship with our children (as well as with other people): simply by starting to examine how we respond to others a little more closely. In my humble opinion, this is one of the most important books ever written, period.
I have a wish. I grew up in France and I CANNOT WAIT to see the book translated in other languages, and start infusing its wisdom and compassion to non-English readers also. Any European publisher out there interested in making a difference? Call Naomi today, you'll do yourself and the world a favor. Our world needs this book. QUICK!
Finally, a book that spells out with crystal clarity that yes, you can respect and trust your children fully, and love them unconditionally, without any "ifs" and "buts".
Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves provides the tools for being always kind and loving in our day-to-day interactions with our children, and illustrates the guidance via eloquent real-life examples. These tools are easy to remember and put to practice, and they actually work. This book has transformed my relationship with my 10-month old, giving me permission to fully love her the way I always felt - without holding back ANYTHING! Quite a liberating shift. The guidance carries all the way from infancy through the teen years, and I am so grateful that I stumbled upon it while she is still little!
The transformative effect of the book goes way beyond parenting, as both the title, and the subtitle proposed by James Prescott on the cover ('Saving the emotional lives of our children and the future of humanity'), suggest. It lays out a readily available path to self-healing and self-realization through our relationship with our children (as well as with other people): simply by starting to examine how we respond to others a little more closely. In my humble opinion, this is one of the most important books ever written, period.
I have a wish. I grew up in France and I CANNOT WAIT to see the book translated in other languages, and start infusing its wisdom and compassion to non-English readers also. Any European publisher out there interested in making a difference? Call Naomi today, you'll do yourself and the world a favor. Our world needs this book. QUICK!
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Brilliant
This is one the best books I have ever read in terms of education. It has so much truth and love in it and it can really change people's way of viewing simple things regarding... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jocelyn
Let's talk innovation
If asked to recommend ONE book on the subject of parenting, the answer is always Aldort's. We read this book when our child was 10 months old and it radically changed how we... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Deonne
Great to soothe my inner voice and create a calm house
While I wasn't sure whether to trust my natural instinct, or even Naomi's advice, when I finally fully sumbitted (okey 90% submitted... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Greenme
a must-must-must read
One word for this book: essential.
This book is the most important, fundamental book every parent should be reading. Read more
This book is the most important, fundamental book every parent should be reading. Read more
Published 12 months ago by LucyG
Not what I expected
This book has been on my wish list for ages and when I finally got a copy I was really disappointed. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Teoroy
parenting from the heart
I return to this book again and again (and visit the authors parenting website, which is brilliant!). Read more
Published 15 months ago by laughing fingers
Loved it!!!
This is one of the best parenting books I have come across with many practical examples. I could relate some of the scenarios to my 3 year old. It was both fun and learning... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Sas
hmm, am i being authentic?
If i read the word 'Authentic' again in this book (i'm only half way through it) i swear.. its on every page. Read more
Published 22 months ago by rowan
A wonderful guide to being true to yourself while parenting
This is an amazing book, with some amazing techniques to show us how to break our old parenting patterns that usually don't feel right to us. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2010 by Relaxed
Exactly what the title says
It's a fantastic book that's not only full of practical suggestions about how to cope with difficult moments that all parents share in common, but, most importantly, it... Read more
Published on 28 Nov 2009 by Rallou
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