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Summary: Family Lessons From "The Inside Out "
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Covey encourages every parent to do some soul searching to become aware as to what really is priority in life. Then, he suggests we put "first things first." I believe that most parents would admit that they do wish to have "FAMILY" comes first--above all else. But, in today's busy, often stressful daily routine of life, accomplishing that goal is often "easier said than done". Covey clearly points out the essentials...such as establishing effective communication lines through family meetings and one-on-one talks with the kids. He makes so much sense as he describes with personal anecdotes how love, values, morality, and empathy for others is a process of teaching and learning from "the inside out"...in other words from within the family rippling out to society at large. He talks about establishing a family mission statement and helps to direct moms and dads to find the courage and the skills to make changes for the better. Covey's book creates the mindset and the outline. If you have young kids like me, I recommend a perfect compliment 'how-to book' with Covey's ... called "THE POCKET PARENT." This handy book, written for parents of 2-6 year olds, is loaded with compassion and humor along with over one thousand tips and skills to try. It literally trouble-shoots many of the problem behaviors we all deal with daily-such as Angry outbursts, Bedtime, Mealtime and Clean-up refusals, Tantrums, Disrespectful attitude, the "Gimmes", Morning "Crazies", Sibling fights, Whining and many more. These 2 books (one more theoretical, the other more "hands on" practical) have changed our lives. We now have more peace and cooperation in our family---and that gives us more time to enjoy each other. Consider both books for your home reference library.
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Summary: Excellent, every parent should read and keep available!
Review: A wonderful reading experience for any parent! I have used many of the teaching techniques with my three teenage boys and they WORK! The tapes are also of tremendous value. My teenagers and I have enjoyed them many times on the road. Thank you Steven for sharing your long life experiences with us!
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Summary: More good advice on how you manage your family life.
Review: After reading about Highly Effective People, Covey gives more sound advice on how effective families function. I think Covey does a good job in describing how effective family structures place all members in a win/win situation. This reading is rather light on how to tackle issues with family members in difficulties and/or problems situations. Covey just feels that all members are in the family to work together. In most circumstances, there is always one or more family members battling difficulties such as drug abuse, depression, uncontrollable behavior. Covey would probably argue that good family structures would prevent/minimize such problems. However all families face some difficulties and the book is rather light on facing these problems.
A good read on how to structure a family and make each member a contributor to the team. This book is not a cure all, but it has some sound advice.
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Summary: Discover family life beyond what you think is possible!
Review: Being a single parent, I felt we COULD NOT have it all. A happy, safe, loving home AND meet all other committments? It was a constant struggle. With family as the MAIN priority, other decisions are not difficult because we ALL decide what is important. Truly a gift of love.
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Summary: Great book!
Review: But, as with anything, it may not suit the taste of every personality. Certainly thought inspiring. Take the good, filter out the parts that don't seem to connect with you.
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Summary: You CAN create more peace and cooperation in your family
Review: Covey encourages every parent to do some soul searching to become aware as to what really is priority in life. Then, he suggests we put "first things first." I believe that most parents would admit that they do wish to have "FAMILY" comes first--above all else. But, in today's busy, often stressful daily routine of life, accomplishing that goal is often "easier said than done". Covey clearly points out the essentials...such as establishing effective communication lines through family meetings and one-on-one talks with the kids. He makes so much sense as he describes with personal anecdotes how love, values, morality, and empathy for others is a process of teaching and learning from "the inside out"...in other words from within the family rippling out to society at large. He talks about establishing a family mission statement and helps to direct moms and dads to find the courage and the skills to make changes for the better. Covey's book creates the mindset and the outline. If you have young kids like me, I recommend a perfect compliment 'how-to book' with Covey's ... called "THE POCKET PARENT." This handy 4" X 8" book, written for parents of 2-5 year olds, is loaded with compassion and humor along with over 500 specific tips and skills to try. It literally trouble-shoots many of the problem behaviors we all deal with daily-such as Angry outbursts, Bedtime, Mealtime and Clean-up refusals, Tantrums, Disrespectful attitude, the "Gimmes", Morning "Crazies", Sibling fights, Whining and many more. These 2 books (one more theoretical, the other more "hands on" practical) have changed our lives. We now have more peace and cooperation in our family---and that gives us more time to enjoy each other. Consider both books for your home reference library.
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Summary: Seven Habits
Review: Covey's Seven Habits caused me to change my life. It is inspiring advice that produces practical results. Applying his seven habits really does result in effectiveness.
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Summary: More good advice on how you manage your family life.
Review: Do yourself and your family a favor and order this book and/or the tapes/cd. It will be one of the best investments you can make for yourself and your loved ones.The entire family should read and absorb it's concepts and principles for a happier, healthier, family life.
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Summary: One of the Best Books on Families Available
Review: Do yourself and your family a favor and order this book and/or the tapes/cd. It will be one of the best investments you can make for yourself and your loved ones. The entire family should read and absorb it's concepts and principles for a happier, healthier, family life.
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Summary: Many practical suggestions for better family relationships
Review: Excellent ideas for successful family relationships: spouse, parents, children. The author provides many illustrations to make a point. Ideas include: emotional bank accounts, listening skills, how to teach a child a new responsibility.... traps, pitfalls, remedies.
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