What is often labeled domestic violence is, in this book, referred to as family violence, because the emotional terrorism that infuses violence between adults affects not only the adult victims but also the children who witness the abuse. Dalpiaz shows how a caring and thoughtful parent can recognize the trauma family violence inflicts upon children, and how to help them recover and go on to live happy, violence-free childhoods. What is often labeled domestic violence is, in this book, referred to as family violence, because the emotional terrorism that infuses violence between adults affects not only the adult victims but also the children who witness the abuse. Dalpiaz shows how a caring and thoughtful parent can recognize the trauma family violence inflicts upon children, and how to help them recover and go on to live happy, violence-free childhoods. Safeguarding children, building trust and breaking the cycle of violence is the goal. Once the victim of family violence, Dalpiaz later earned degrees in psychology and early childhood education, eventually launching a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children. Her book will interest not only parents who are victims of family violence, but also foster parents dealing with the aftermath of family violence, counselors, teachers, social workers, clergy, and students of the behavioral sciences.

Whether you're starting over by choice or not, facing a new phase of life, this is how to start over well, to be successful. The book covers important areas of change and shows the reader how to be well equipped. The proven, easy-to-use tools, ideas, and techniques included will assist the reader in planning and executing a joyful, positive response to both good and bad situations. Regardless of your situation, this book will prove invaluable to those who wish to succeed in the process of starting over. Email Mr. Elliott with a picture of you holding this book along with your mailing address to [email protected] and receive a personalized, signed bookplate for your book.

Is every moment a fleeting mess, or an opportunity to experience the precious? Is the nature of man (and woman too) to survive life as an inescapable obstacle course of tricks and treats, or is the nature of man to love and find a unity with life that helps him express it? Is it the purpose of who we are to hope we find it, or is the purpose of each of us something that is already complete, that our life exists to express? There are many ideas we hold about our lives and life itself. Starting Over is an investigation of these ideas and how they effect our experience of life. Furthermore it is an exploration of ideas that might serve us in being who we want to be with the life we want to be who we are with. With practice, care, and simply taking the time to pay a little attention to ourselves and our lives, we can lead ourselves to a better experience of it.

Learn how to be a parent who reacts with patience and kindness instead of anger and frustration and overcome the cycle of reactive parenting. Pretty much every parent has been reactive at some point. Reactive parenting encompasses the negative behaviors that stem from frustration, like yelling, threatening, screaming, and over-rewarding or bribing. It’s difficult not to snap when you’re overworked, overtired, and faced with a child experiencing extremely high emotions. That’s where this book comes in. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, there are ways to improve, connect, and find calm in the chaos. Instead of repeating the same patterns, feeling overwhelmed or uncertain of what to do next, today can be the day you let go of the guilt and shame around feeling like a “bad” parent or telling your child they’re being a “bad kid.” Break Free from Reactive Parenting offers up a new approach toward self-regulation and child expression, focusing on the family as a whole to create a calmer, more equitable home environment. From addressing the issues that cause and result from being reactive to implementing a more effective parenting approach, this book serves as your support system as you seek to bring meaningful change into your home. Within these pages you’ll find helpful advice and tools including: Creating healthy morning and nighttime routines Dealing with anger and power struggles (yours and your child’s) Moving from mind-full to mindful Self-regulating for kids and adults Setting family goals and creating day-to-day balance And so much more!

This invaluable guide offers a definitive game plan for anyone seeking to redefine his or her work status--for finding a new career or even starting a personal business.

La Toya Jackson was always closer to Michael than anyone knew. In this heartfelt memoir, she pays tribute to his tortured soul, revealing the intimate moments she shared with the deeply troubled pop legend. The first sibling to arrive at the hospital after Michael was rushed there, and the informant on his death certificate, La Toya noticed suspicious details and demanded a second autopsy. For the first time, she unveils shocking behind-the-scenes dealings that she believes led to her brother's death, and she provides unprecedented insight into the destruction of one of the most dynamic artist/performers in history.

When your life is consumed with empathy and divorce is in the near future, where do you turn? Knowing God was the answer and my growing relationship with Him would be the only thing to keep me at peace. The journey will show you that no matter what is thrown in your path, He will not leave you or forsake you. Having faith and knowing to whom you belong will keep you growing spiritually.