The Three Virtues Of Effective Parenting

by Yuen, Shirley

• ISBN13: 9780804835398
• ISBN10: 080483539X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-11-30
• Publisher: Tuttle Pub

Summary

This brilliant book applies the wisdom of the Chinese sage Confucius to the challenges of modern parenting. Confucius believed that any change we wish to make in our lives must begin from within.ThreeVirtues of Effective Parentingcalls on readers to develop the virtues to help them understand the changes they can make to become a better parent. Readers will discover that the power of virtue is twofold: It will help them to become better people, as well as influence and change the behavior of the people around them. Using the tools of Confucian philosophy, this book aims for real-life results in parent/child relationships. Readers will come to understand the three roles they play as parents--the good ruler, the inspiring teacher, and the caring friend.

Author Biography

Shirley Yuen is a Confucian scholar and mother of two. Academically trained in journalism and professionally trained in advertising and public relations, Yuen has spent the last 16 years researching and studying parenting and child development. She currently works as a speaker to schools, child welfare organizations, and parenting groups.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	viii
Preface	x
Introduction: The Way of the Virtuous Parent	xiii
Part One: The Three Universal Virtues	1	(58)
Benevolence for Reaching the Heart of Your Child	3	(26)
Wisdom for Making Wise Parenting Decisions	29	(18)
Courage to Make a Difference in Yourself and in the World	47	(12)
Part Two: The Three Roles of a Virtuous Parent	59	(60)
The Benevolent Ruler: To Rule and to Love	63	(16)
The Wise Teacher: To Teach and to Inspire	79	(28)
The Courageous Friend: To Hold Your Child's Heart Today and Always	107	(12)
Part Three: The Path to Living with Virtue	119	(22)
Embody Awareness	121	(12)
Reflect on Your Goals	133	(8)
Epilogue	141	(3)
Bibliography	144	(2)
About the Author	146