Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves: Transforming parent-child relationships from reaction and struggle to freedom, power and joy by Naomi Aldort Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves: Transforming parent-child relationships from reaction and struggle to freedom, power and joy
Book Review: A Wisdom That Challenges
Summary: 4 Stars
Aldort's book is far enough outside the accepted norm for parenting that I wish she had spent more time in the text making the TRANSLATION between what people CURRENTLY practice and what she is INVITING them to practice. There is too much wisdom here for her to be dismissed because her perspective is so different from traditional approaches.
Apart from this criticism, however, the book is quite readable and what she recommends operationalizes for parents in modern times (among other things)the "turn the other cheek" sensibility of ancient wisdom.
Book Review: A Wonderful Resource for Parents and Nonparents Alike
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not a parent, and I bought this book for the second half of the title. The book was recommended reading by an organization devoted to educating people about nonviolence, and nonviolent parenting methods. I found the book to be very valuable reading, and something I will refer back to. From the first description of dealing with an upset child (a girl aged 4 who is crying on the floor of a grocery store) to the section on power plays and how to allow/receive them, I recognized that I can utilize the guidance in this book as a way of dealing with things that come up in work situations, and in any relationships. I can practice inwardly on myself, and change how I respond in any situation, to any stimulus. This doesn't mean not honoring my true responses, but rather, finding what they are underneath the mind chatter, and automatic pilot option(s). This book picks up where something like The Power of Now leaves off. When you're caught in the grip of your own mind in an interaction, or all by yourself, this book offers workable steps to apply "on the job" as it were. It can help ease that gripping and allow there to be more space, and more loving options available.Book Review: A gem
Summary: 5 Stars
I've honestly only read about 1/2 of this book and that may all I ever need, truth be told. The key ideas shared are transforming (and I can't believe I'm using that word) the ways I'm communicating with my 3 year old. When I take the time to *think* about how to reframe a concept so my very bright daughter gets it and calms down, I love it. More to learn from the ideas presented, but I do want to recommend this as one of the most important communication books I've ever read. I don't like self-help books, so this is saying a great deal. Take the time to read the author's approach -- it's more than I imagined and I NEVER say that.Book Review: A must have book for ALL parents
Summary: 5 Stars
After reading many parenting books, I have to say that this tops the list. I'm reading it for the second time already and I'm certain there will be many more reads to follow as I look for examples and support while attempting to "undo" the automatic parenting style/communication ingrained in me. I have bought several copies: one for my husband, my babysitter, and even one for my mother-in-law in hopes that she too, will learn from it and jump on board with our chosen parenting philosophy.
For as much information it provides, this book is a very easy read!
I must also say that reading it brought to light unresolved "issues" with my own childhood. Issues that I was reminded needed attention.........
Don't hesitate, buy this book now! Your kids will be blessed that you did.
Book Review: An Amazing Moment, Read This Book!
Summary: 5 Stars
I had just put down "Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves" when my three year old came in with is Dad from playing outside. Fresh after reading a few chapters of the book, I was so focused on him, so in love with him. While he was playing in front of me, we locked eyes for a moment. I said nothing, but he said "I love you, too, Mama." He just felt my love with his whole being more that if I had even said the words.
I am so grateful for the total change in our relationship, for the future of that relationship (I am starting counseling for some old stuff) and for the new joy in our home that my whole family is experiencing because of this work. All parents and children deserve this book in their homes.