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Summary: "Right on the Mark"
Review: Susan Newman hit the nail on the head with this book.I underlined many parts that rang a bell. The scarey thing is that I saw some of the things in me that my mother did and still tries to do to some degree, and that mortified me! I don't think I"m as bad.It certainly made me take notice of myself and re-evaluate my parenting skills with adult sons.
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Summary: There's Help on the Way
Review: Susan Newman PH, D., author of "Nobody's Baby Now" travels down a road many of us try to avoid. Dealing with conflict in family relationships often causes great anxiety and brings on ostrich behavior. Dr. Newman's practical experience and insightful advice, drawn from her extensive research, can help readers take their heads out of the sand and inspire them to meet the challenges involved in successfully handling family relationships. I particularly found the chapter on grandparents very interesting, since I am a new grandmother. The issues presented are relevant. The solutions are realistic and extremely helpful.
Whether you surf the book or read it cover to cover you will find nuggets of information that will be helpful in reducing stress and enhancing the quality of your relationships. Dr. Newman writes with humor and a positive perspective .I find her style to be entertaining as well as encouraging. As a personal coach I intend to put "Nobody's Baby Now," on my client-reading list and recommend it whole-heartedly.
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Summary: MY PARENTS THANK YOU
Review: Thank you, Dr Newman, on behalf of my parents and myself. Our relationship during my lifetime has been complicated and primarily dysfunctional which is what prompted me to buy your book. Your keen insights, targeted anecdotes and rational thought process have helped us move to a more functional relationship. I understand what I have to own and am culpable for. As a result of my new understanding, my behavior has changed which resulted in a change in their treatment of me. When one part of a system changes, the whole system has to change and that is what happened to us. The process of getting to know each other, while not easy, has been so worthwhile and joyful. And, we owe it all to you. What an impact you have made
on us. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: MY PARENTS THANK YOU
Review: Thank you, Dr Newman, on behalf of my parents and myself. Our relationship during my lifetime has been complicated and primarily dysfunctional which is what prompted me to buy your book. Your keen insights, targeted anecdotes and rational thought process have helped us move to a more functional relationship. I understand what I have to own and am culpable for. As a result of my new understanding, my behavior has changed which resulted in a change in their treatment of me. When one part of a system changes, the whole system has to change and that is what happened to us. The process of getting to know each other, while not easy, has been so worthwhile and joyful. And, we owe it all to you. What an impact you have made
on us. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Stop the fussing and learn to be happier with your folks
Review: The "generation gap" takes on an intensely personal meaning when you go "home" for a visit with your parents. Psychologists say something about the key to being a fully differentiated adult is being able to behave the same in or out of your parents' presence. It's harder than it sounds: many of us turn into rebellious or inadequate or withdrawn kids again. It helps a lot to aim for increased self-awareness. This clearly written book by Susan Newman offers a multitude of insights and anecdotes and much wisdom to help us get along better with those who used to get away with bossing us around. I also think reading this book would be a good way to get a handle on how our own kids will one day think about US. Eeek. Prevention is the better part of valor, or something like that.
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Summary: Stop the fussing and learn to be happier with your folks
Review: The "generation gap" takes on an intensely personal meaning when you go "home" for a visit with your parents. Psychologists say something about the key to being a fully differentiated adult is being able to behave the same in or out of your parents' presence. It's harder than it sounds: many of us turn into rebellious or inadequate or withdrawn kids again. It helps a lot to aim for increased self-awareness. This clearly written book by Susan Newman offers a multitude of insights and anecdotes and much wisdom to help us get along better with those who used to get away with bossing us around. I also think reading this book would be a good way to get a handle on how our own kids will one day think about US. Eeek. Prevention is the better part of valor, or something like that.
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Summary: Haven't Been a Baby for a While, but my mom didn't notice
Review: This book really helped me understand our relationship, and develop a plan to redesign our relationship. A Must Read!
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Summary: A relationship lifesaver
Review: When I saw the title of Dr. Newman's book I immediately bought it. For years I'd struggled in a strained relationship with my mother and I thought maybe this book would give me the advice I'd been searching for. Amazingly, it did! Nobody's Baby Now helped me look at my relationship with my mother from a different perspective, understand issues from her point of view and forgive some acts I thought were unforgiveable. Now, while our relationship might not be perfect, we are able to enjoy each others company and be more honest with each other. Thank you Dr. Susan Newman!!
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Summary: A relationship lifesaver
Review: When I saw the title of Dr. Newman's book I immediately bought it. For years I'd struggled in a strained relationship with my mother and I thought maybe this book would give me the advice I'd been searching for. Amazingly, it did! Nobody's Baby Now helped me look at my relationship with my mother from a different perspective, understand issues from her point of view and forgive some acts I thought were unforgiveable. Now, while our relationship might not be perfect, we are able to enjoy each others company and be more honest with each other. Thank you Dr. Susan Newman!!
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