This workbook provides essential practices and resources for parents aiming to foster self-motivation, security, and joy in their children. It offers step-by-step guidance to help caregivers implement strategies that encourage independence and resilience, drawing from the insights of the authors' previous work. Parents will find practical tools and exercises designed to cultivate a nurturing environment that supports children in becoming confident and driven individuals.
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- 2025
- 2022
What Do You Say?
How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Effective communication with teenagers is the focus of this insightful guide from the bestselling authors of The Self-Driven Child. It offers practical strategies and tools to foster understanding and connection between parents and their adolescent children. The book emphasizes the importance of empathy, active listening, and open dialogue, aiming to bridge the gap in communication during these formative years. By addressing common challenges and providing actionable advice, it empowers parents to navigate the complexities of teenage relationships.
- 2019
The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
A few years ago, Bill Stixrud and Ned Johnson started noticing the same problem from different angles: Even high-performing kids were coming to them acutely stressed and lacking motivation. Many complained they had no control over their lives. Some stumbled in high school or hit college and unraveled. Bill is a clinical neuropsychologist who helps kids gripped by anxiety or struggling to learn. Ned is a motivational coach who runs an elite tutoring service. Together they discovered that the best antidote to stress is to give kids more of a sense of control over their lives. But this doesn't mean giving up your authority as a parent. In this groundbreaking book they reveal how you can actively help your child to sculpt a brain that is resilient, and ready to take on new challenges. The Self-Driven Child offers a combination of cutting-edge brain science, the latest discoveries in behavioral therapy, and case studies drawn from the thousands of kids and teens Bill and Ned have helped over the years to teach you how to set your child on the real road to success. As parents, we can only drive our kids so far. At some point, they will have to take the wheel and map out their own path. But there is a lot you can do before then to help them tackle the road ahead with resilience and imagination
- 2018
The Thriving Child
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
The Thriving Child offers a combination of cutting-edge brain science, the latest discoveries in behavioural therapy, and case studies drawn from the thousands of kids and teens Bill and Ned have helped over the years. They will teach you how to set your child on the real road to success and share their successful techniques to show you the best ways of helping your child to; Reduce their stress and anxiety; Foster independent thinking; Find their internal motivation; Achieve their full potential; Transform defiance into decision making; Tame rebellious tendencies. The Thriving Child is essential reading for every parent and demonstrates precisely how nurturing independent thinking, and collaborating with your child rather than micro-managing them, will lead to happier, smarter and stress-free kids
- 2018
The memoir offers a vivid glimpse into the life of Coach Ned Johnson, capturing two decades filled with humor and serious moments. Through anecdotes involving players, fellow coaches, and other influential figures, it highlights the dynamics of teamwork and the joy of coaching. Johnson shares insights and experiences that shaped his career, making it a heartfelt tribute to the sport and the relationships forged along the way.
- 2018
The Self-Driven Child
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
A clinical neuropsychologist and test-prep guru combine cutting-edge brain science with insights from their work with families to make a radical case for giving kids more freedom to unleash their full potential.
- 2017
Conrad Nevitt, known as The Trespasser Killer, faces new challenges alongside his rekindled love, Annie Satterly. Together, they engage with the notorious Cornbread Mafia to combat an international criminal syndicate led by a trio of formidable women dubbed "The Ho-Bag Three." As they navigate this perilous landscape, Conrad grapples with the future of his legacy, contemplating whether to pass his power to his genetically engineered daughter, a new strongman, or both, adding depth to his internal conflict amidst the chaos.
- 2016
The narrative delves into Conrad Nevitt's quest to disengage from society while still finding his place in the cosmos. Through engaging flashback conversations with journalist Tom B. Howlett, Nevitt recounts his life story, revealing how he earned the notorious title of the trespasser killer. This exploration of identity and legacy intertwines personal history with broader existential themes.