Parenting with Perspective: Principles that produce Results

Parenting is a daunting task especially if youre young and inexperienced. Today many parents find themselves disconnected from their children and overwhelmed with a sense of helplessness. There are two basic approaches to parenting that can be used-reactive parenting and responsive parenting.Reactive parenting so prevalent in todays society is done in reaction to something whether a whining child or a parents own anxiety. It is impulsive and produces poor results. As more and more young people reach adulthood without an adequate model of self-regulation and conflict resolution the more visible this problem becomes.On the other hand Responsive Parenting as described in Boyds book is a principled approach to parenting. It emphasizes the importance of preparing children for adulthood. Responsive parenting is thoughtful and is in response to the childs best interests. It takes the long view It listens and clarifies. It apologizes and forgives. It is flexible and extends freedom with responsibility. It is accepting and affirming while being connected and supportive.Boyd Brooks shows readers through easy to understand biblical principles how to build self-esteem and confidence in their children and help them discover who they were meant to be.