Words Kids Need to Hear
Although these words should be heard first and most from parents, they are universal. Every relationship can benefit by using these words sincerely, often, in the right context and in any language.
- I Believe In you
- You Can Count On Me
- I Treasure You
- I’m Sorry, Please Forgive Me
- Because
- No
- I Love You
The book isn’t long – 138 pages – but it is sufficiently deep to merit reading. Dave doesn’t hide the wisdom it contains behind excessive verbiage. Its pithy statements shoot right to the heart of the issue.
- “Sometimes the words kids really need to hear are those they say to a parent willing to listen.”
- Parents to children: “We will stand by your side when you make good choices and bad choices.”
- “A world of difference exists between I congratulate you and I treasure you.”
- “The skill to apologize and request forgiveness typically comes handed down from a parent or other close adult who models such behavior.”
- “The words kids need to hear can also arrive as words they read.”
- “It’s not your child’s responsibility to make you feel loved”…but…”few parents know how to transfer their heartfelt love to the hearts of their children.”
And that last remark expresses the real intent of the book. Dave isn’t encouraging us to speak to the heads of our children – only with words – he gives these principles context. [Read more…] about Review: Words Kids Need to Hear by David Staal
is a must read for every parent. It speaks to an area of human development that has huge implications for personal health, relationship happiness and success in business (what every parent wants for their children).
