The Joys and Sorrows of Parenting (School of Life): 26 Essays to Reassure and Console - Hardcover

The School Of Life

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1999917936 ISBN 13: 9781999917937

Publisher: The School of Life Press, 2018

Synopsis

Being a parent can be one of the sources of our greatest joys. It is also - intermittently - the cause of some of our deepest sorrows.

It is likely that we will spend at least some of the time in despair and confusion, wondering whether it really had to be so hard. Philosophy has, over the last 2,000 years, been a discipline committed to calm, kindness, perspective and a reduction of paranoia. It is one of the most useful sources of solace and humanity.

This invaluable book is made up of 26 small essays that aim provide understanding of and consolation for the trials and pleasures of parenting. They will provoke insight, recognition and a far more forgiving, generous assessment of one's challenges.

The Joys and Sorrows of Parenting promises us a gentle way of staying calm around one of the most arduous yet deeply fulfilling jobs in the world.

What people are saying about The Joys and Sorrows of Parenting:

"Very helpful and wise insights that bring a little peace of mind."

"Great book and it's a must give gift for new parents." Jeff

"This is a very moving and reassuring. Beautiful quality book too." Sam

"Thanks School of Life, it's been an eye opening and reassuring read." Beth

"The presentation as a board book for children is great fun. It made advice seem light handed and possible." Josephine

About this title

Review:

"Very helpful and wise insights that bring a little peace of mind."

"Great book and it's a must give gift for new parents." Jeff

"This is a very moving and reassuring. Beautiful quality book too." Sam

"Thanks School of Life, it's been an eye opening and reassuring read." Beth

"The presentation as a board book for children is great fun. It made advice seem light handed and possible." Josephine

--The School of Life

About the Author:

The School of Life is devoted to developing emotional intelligence. It addresses issues such as how to find fulfilling work, how to master the art of relationships, how to understand one's past, how to achieve calm, and how better to understand and - where necessary - change the world. These ideas are delivered through a range of channels: from videos, books, and products - to classes, events, and one-to-one therapy sessions. Headquartered in London, it operates around the globe with ten international branches (Antwerp, Amsterdam, Berlin, Istanbul, Melbourne, Paris, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Seoul, and Taipei). The School of Life Press brings together the thinking and ideas of the School of Life creative team under the direction of series editor, Alain de Botton. Their books share a coherent, curated message that speaks with one voice: calm, reassuring, and sane.

About this edition

• Publisher: The School of Life Press
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1999917936
• ISBN 13: 9781999917937
• Binding: Board book
• Number of pages: 56