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~ Lawrence E. Shapiro (Author) "For the children in Miss Ansel' preschool class, it was a very special day..." (more)
Key Phrases: modeling stories, optimistic child, realistic thinking, United States, William Damon, Martin Seligman (more...)
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Emotional intelligence, defined by Daniel Goleman as "abilities such as being able to motivate oneself and persist in the face of frustrations; to control impulse and delay gratification; to regulate one's moods and keep distress from swamping the ability to think; to empathize and to hope," has been shown to be a powerful predictor of success in life. Following on Goleman's excellent best seller, Emotional Intelligence (LJ 9/1/95), are these two books purporting to provide a program for raising one's own E.Q. and that of one's children. In both cases, the authors state that their work, while relevant to Goleman's ideas, is based on decades of experience. However, Segal's (Living Beyond Fear, Borgo, 1987) book seems to be a rehash of the old gestalt notion that the root of most psychological distress is an inability to feel one's "true" emotions?an unproved assertion that has little relevance to Goleman's definition. Readers interested in Goleman's emotional intelligence will be disappointed?or badly misled?by Segal's book. Recommended only for public libraries with a large and dedicated audience for titles by authors like Wayne Dyer and Robert Covey. The author of numerous works in psychology, Shapiro, on the other hand, actually seems to address the issues included in Goleman's definition. Unlike so many parenting books full of generalizations, this title includes specific ideas for games, projects, and even computer games. Highly recommended for all parenting collections.?Mary Ann Hughes, Neill P.L., Pullman, Wash.
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Emotional intelligence, or what was once labeled "character," is as important as intellectual ability in the life success of a child. This well-written, insightful book, through games, activities, tricks, skills, and habits, guides parents in developing the moral emotions of empathy, honesty, shame, and guilt; thinking skills such as realism and optimism; resourcefulness; social skills including conversation, humor, manners, and friendliness; persistence and motivation; and emotional control. In addition to displaying a sure grasp of the parenting and psychological literature, Shapiro also covers software that helps children express themselves. His application of principles and techniques from the burgeoning field of neuroscience is a first in the literature targeted toward parents. The "parent's E.Q. checklist" uses specific issues and problems to direct parents to the chapter that will help them most--a practical feature of this forward-looking, comprehensive guide to the emotional well-being of children. Kathryn Carpenter --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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  • Paperback: 348 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (March 4, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060928913
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060928919
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
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  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, June 9, 1999
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Having practiced as a family physician the past 13 years and with an undergraduate degree in psychology, I literally "prescribe" on a prescription pad three books to every couple that comes in and finds out they have a positive pregnancy test; #1. "What To Eat When Expecting" #2. "The American Academy of Pediatrics; Birth To Age Five" #3.How to Raise A Child With a High E.Q. by L. Shapiro.This book is an excellent compilation of what has the world of psychology consumed over the past five years. I initially read Goleman's "Emotional Intelligence" in 1996. Shapiro lays out that concept and adds all the current studies/authors that have presented with related material [ i.e. Seligman's "The Optimistic Child"] into an extremely well-versed, non-psycho babble format. Shapiro then adds his extensive background in applied psychotherapy and makes this all applicable to your child. This is an excellent transition...all that I've read on this topic doesnot do this nearly as well. Read, learn and use this information.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Emotional health explained and applied., January 5, 1999
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This book explains emotions, how they develop, and how to make sure they develop in a healthy way.

Topics covered include moral emotions (both positive and negative), thinking skills, problem solving, social skills, self-motivation, and emotional control (including nonverbal communication).

I think the information in this book is indispensible for helping a child understand and use their emotions in a healthy way. The book doesn't place blame for all the wrong things parents are doing. It provides explanations of past theories and current research, then specific tools and methods for implementing them are given. The guidance given for age appropriate expectations and excercises makes this a great resource. I highly recommend it.

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16 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Book That Anyone with Planned or Present Child Should Read, September 18, 1999
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This book is about teaching children emotions through activities, games, changing thinking strategies, problem solving, etc.

I am VERY impressed and I don't even have a child yet! If you are interested in reading a book that could potentially help your child (and you) develop into an even more emotionally stable human being, with the skills to problem solve, deal with the big bad world and excel in education in and out of school, pick this book up. Don't overlook it saying something like, "how dare he say that I can't teach my child how to be emotionally stable! Who does he think he is??".

This book is DAMN GOOD. I don't say that about a lot of books. For example, "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" is also DAMN GOOD but it is hell to read. It took me almost a year because I quit after a few chapters as I kept falling asleep.

High EQ, however, is so easy and actually fun to read that you will find yourself whipping through it in no time, taking endless notes and rushing off to your children's rooms to put into effect immediately what you have just learned.

Don't despair when you next see your child doing something unusual. With this book in your toolbox you and your child will be ready to take on the world by storm.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible use of EQ term, go for something else
I was eager to learn how to raise a child with a high EQ but to my horror I found out this author was saying that I should use "negative" moral emotions specifically guilt and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by R. Amir

5.0 out of 5 stars Education at his best
Who is this times of crisis and lack of moral values and ethic can develop not only a Child but himself as a Parent? Read more
Published 15 months ago by Jaime F. Perez

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed it.
I found this book worth the purchase price. I learned new things, concepts, tips, etc....This book is well done and easy to follow though
the ideas are significant in value... Read more
Published on December 14, 2006 by D. Rivello

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
This book provided little new or insightful information on the subject. There is very little research provided, and many of the exercises I found to be forced. Read more
Published on May 22, 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars If you are smart enough to find this book, you don't need it
This book takes each of the factors of EQ and writes a common sense report on how to enact them for your child. Read more
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