“Parental peace of mind is the highest priority of this book because the best prospect for a child’s happiness is a parent content with the parenting job. If you can maintain guidelines that lead to a self-confidence that says, “I handle most situations with my child in a good way, a thoughtful way, and I am in control of my reactions,” then that contentment will benefit all the family activity.”
“The Five T’s for successful everyday strategies are: 1. TUNE IN to what’s going on. 2. TRANSMIT the right messages. 3. TAKE ON just a few good rules.
4. TEACH with good listening and coaching. 5. TEAM UP with adults who can help.”