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Five Deep Breaths: The Power of Mindful Parenting Paperback – May 1, 2018

by Dr Genevieve von Lob (Author)

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Do you feel like you’re constantly being judged for the decisions you make? Are you forever fretting about whether you’re doing enough to help your child through their problems? Are you struggling to navigate your child’s school pressures or the pitfalls of social media? Has your home become a combat zone? If you recognize any of these stress points, give yourself a break: this book really can help you. In Five Deep Breaths, clinical psychologist Dr. Genevieve von Lob draws on her extensive experience with hundreds of families from all walks of life to provide simple, practical support for parents. Based on mindfulness, psychology and neuroscience, this reassuring guide will show you how to be kinder to yourself and trust your own judgement when dealing with dilemmas every parent faces. Examples based on real parents show how to defuse tension, drama and anxiety in the home. Stressed-out parents will discover a sense of confidence, calm and balance—both for themselves and their children.

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304 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Bantam Press
Publication date

May 1, 2018
Dimensions

6 x 0.9 x 9.25 inches
ISBN-10

059307744X
ISBN-13

978-0593077443
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"A wonderful book." —Gillian Anderson, actress, activist and mother

"Five Deep Breaths is a lifeline for parents. Wouldn't it be great if family life was calm, easy and loving? But anyone who has dealt with toddlers or teenagers, (or any child on a stroppy day), knows how hard it can be. In this kind, practical book, Genevieve von Lob draws on a lifetime of personal and professional experience. She teaches deceptively simple techniques, which can bring about profound changes. Tools as simple as breathing can reconnect you with your intuition, alleviate stress and dissolve old patterns. This is a great book that champions confidence, kindness and compassion." —Georgia Coleridge, author, healer and mother

"I absolutely loved this book. The author really ‘gets’ the challenges of modern parenting and through her extensive contact with parents and hearing first-hand about their experiences, for the first time I really felt understood. I am going to treasure this book and keep it by my side, so I can dip into it any time I am feeling overwhelmed or stressed. It makes you feel like you suddenly have a wise friend helping you along this difficult parenting journey, full of useful, practical tips. This book is about the power of mindfulness and self-awareness, and it’s so much more than that; it shows you how to develop a deeper connection with yourself and your child – and leads you both on the path to resilience." —Josie Jacobs, positive psychologist and mother

"The messages and learnings inside are helpful for any parent who feels held back by feelings of inadequacy, stress and anxiety . . . there were sections which resonated with me immediately, and I can’t believe they won’t also with a great number of mums and dads out there, who find themselves struggling a little bit. [This] step-by-step guide navigates the demands of being a parent alongside the demands you put on yourself – and those of others – and coming out of it feeling like you’re on top, instead of always fighting a rearguard action." —Holly Kirkwood, absolutely-mama.co.uk

About the Author

Dr. Genevieve von Lob is a clinical psychologist who has worked with families from every type of background during a 10-year career spanning private practice, NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and work for local authorities.

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Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bantam Press (May 1, 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 059307744X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593077443
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.9 x 9.25 inches

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schmoo

A Beauty of a Book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2017

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This is a real treasure of a read; I highly recommend it to parents struggling alone and feeling isolated in their fears and worries. It's the first parenting book I've read which was so encouraging and compassionate to the reader; practising exactly what it is highlighting. What helped me enormously was all the examples of other parents' fears that the author has heard in her therapy room - I kept thinking: they think this too, I thought it was just me! I read it about 6 weeks ago and wanted to see how I could put it into practice before reviewing it and I'm pleased to say with some thought and practice, it really is possible to step back, respond rather than react. It takes a lot of work for me after my own childhood, but I do feel, step by step, that I'm a bit calmer, being kinder to myself, and observing my negative thoughts rather than letting them define me. Give it a go - I doubt you'll regret it!

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Limity

Being a parent is challenging, and in such a ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2017

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Being a parent is challenging, and in such a demanding, competitive society which naturally invites self-judgment and self-criticism. It encourages the reader to practice self-compassion - responding to negative thoughts and feelings with kindness and patience. It also offers positive parenting strategies to build resilience in both parents and their children. This book is the first parenting book that I have read that is supportive, reassuring and practical - and I've already put some of the guidance into practice and feel more positive and relaxed when I am with my son.

Amazon Customer

Reassuring and positive!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 8, 2017

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In a sea of parenting how-to books, this is a steadying ship; encouraging parents to trust their instincts and be kind to themselves, it also gives quotes from real life parents which is comforting: you are not alone! Parenting is so hard in the 21st century, messages coming at you everywhere, but this is such a reassuring and positive read. Love it.

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A Harris

Refreshing and reassuring.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 7, 2018

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Straight forward and well written.

Nikki B

A clearly written and positive book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 16, 2017

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A really lovely written, clear book. It made me feel instantly that I, as a parent, am doing as good as I can but it also gives the support and ideas I've been looking for when things don't feel like they are going well.

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