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The Blessings Of A B Minus (2000)

by Wendy Mogel(Favorite Author)

4.15 of 5 Votes: 3

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review 1: I was hooked on this book by its title: The Blessing of a B Minus: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Resilient Teenagers. Back when I was in a MOPS (Moms of Preschoolers) Group, the mentor mom called me the laid back mom, and for the most part I accept that moniker gladly. Still, our culture today (or maybe it's just the area where I live) can lead one to feel that every parenting decision is do-or-die.This book discusses how parents of teens should just basically relax and enjoy their kids for who they are. Adolescence isn't an easy passage, and if we as parents can help our kids through it without a sense of panic over every event, we'll all enjoy life more. She mentions a study showing that the best predictors of adult success aren't grades or activities, but empathy, opt... moreimism, flexibility, a sense of humor, good teamwork ability, and a positive reaction to setbacks. Lots of good, down-to-earth advice.The book is written from a Jewish perspective, but it's helpful for anyone. Also, the last chapter kind of lost me as the author seemed to have a fairly permissive attitude about experimentation with alcohol, drugs and sex - but if I could just leave that chapter off, I could recommend it. She also wrote "The Blessing of a Skinned Knee," which is apparently a very similar book for the parents of younger kids.
review 2: I enjoyed this parenting book. It is well written, concise and to the point. Most importantly it reminded me that teens are separating from their parents and parents are separating from their kids. It is an important but challenging process - from both perspectives. I would recommend it to parents of teens who are being challenged with how to get along and move through this process without too much stress. less

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