When Ice Cream is Not Enough: Stories that Nurture Loving Relationships

Get hold of your spoon and start enjoying When Ice Cream Is Not Enough a book brimming with mouth- watering vignettes that tell two sides of a story. What happens when: A married daughter desperately needs help from her strapped parents- again! A talented employee expects a raise and is fired instead. A husband responds to his wifes outpouring of emotion with Whats the big deal? and wonders why shes upset with him. Ellen Gendelman and Renee Jaspan take you on a journey towards a rich appreciation for what makes people tick. Experience the lingering taste as each of these memorable characters find a special place in your hearts. Gendelman and Jaspan provide clear easily understandable guidelines of ways of expanding ones repertoire to self-regulate emotions to develop mutually satisfying relationships and resolve struggles. -Janice Starkman Goldfein LMSW Bravo on this heart opening book. Its stories are sure to help readers face their own challenges with increased insight compassion and effectiveness. -Susan Heitler PhD author of Prescriptions without Pills: For relief from Depression Anger Anxiety and more. Scenarios depicting conflicts between family members and friends allow the reader to manage interpersonal conflict in a manner that can lead to a greater sense of harmony and peace in connection with others. -Dr. David Pelcovitz PhD