Daniel J Siegel

"The pioneering experts behind The Whole-Brain Child now explore the ultimate child-raising challenge: discipline. Highlighting the fascinating link between a child's neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears--without causing a scene ..."--Cover.

"One of the very best scientific predictors for how any child turns out-- in terms of happiness, academic success, leadership skills, and meaningful relationships-- is whether at least one adult in their life has consistently shown up for them. In an age of scheduling demands and digital distractions, this might sound like a tall order. But as bestselling authors Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson reassuringly explain, showing up doesn't take a lot...

From a pioneer in the field of mental health comes a groundbreaking book on the healing power of "mindsight," the potent skill that allows you to make positive changes in your brain–and in your life.
Foreword by Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence
• Is there a memory that torments you, or an irrational fear you can't shake?
• Do you sometimes become unreasonably angry or upset...

"The brain is either in a reactive (no) state, which makes us rigid and self-conscious, putting us on high alert for rules and consequences; or in a receptive (yes) state, which is what enables curiosity and creativity, and fosters resilience. Most traditional learning environments--and many parenting approaches--necessarily trigger the "no" state in children (allowing teachers and school systems to assess and manage them), but parents can nurture...

"Now in its third edition and translated into more than fifteen languages, Disarming the Narcissist is the go-to guide to help readers cope with and confront the narcissist in their lives. Fully revised and updated based on reader feedback, this new edition features new information on shame, hypersexuality, and infidelity in narcissism; legal information for divorcing a narcissist; and the impact of narcissism on children. With this essential how-to,...

Explores the extent to which our childhood experiences shape the way we parent, drawing on new findings in neurobiology and attachment research and explaining how interpersonal relationships directly impact the development of the brain. Offers parents a step-by-step approach to forming a deeper understanding of their own life stories.

In this course, Shauna Shapiro and 10 of her colleagues will take you on a guided tour of the many ways mindfulness can help you reduce stress and pain, improve your health, increase your happiness, and find meaning in your life. You'll explore both the modern science and the ancient wisdom behind mindfulness, and you'll learn practical techniques to integrate this powerful tool for positive change into your daily routine.