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Mormon Parenting Secrets: Time-Tested Methods for Raising Exceptional Children
Members of the Mormon Church have long been recognized for strong family values. Mormon Parenting Secrets: Time-Tested Methods for Raising Exceptional Children contains basic parenting principles that people of any faith can utilize to more effectively connect with their children.
Author Flint Stephens explains that like most parents, he and his wife struggled with the parenting process. A fifth-generation Mormon, Stephens said that examining the parenting methods of his grandparents and great-grandparents revealed lessons he could employ to be a better father. He also writes about dealing with current problems like entitlement, pornography, substance abuse and more.
“Our ancestors didn’t read books or take courses on effective parenting,” Stephens said. “Yet most people would agree that they seemed to do it better than today’s adults. The reality is that they probably weren’t better parents, but the lifestyles and society that existed then were more conducive to helping children become responsible adults.”
Being a good parent remains a high priority among the majority of young adults, according to a 2011 Pew Research study on millennial generation adults (today’s 18- to 29-year-olds). By tapping into the principles outlined in his book, Stephens said he believes more parents can achieve that objective.
This book explains how parents today can understand and apply basic principles to more effectively connect with their children.
The complexities of modern society make parenting more challenging than ever before. For parents struggling with problems like entitlement, idleness, disrespect, anger, or other other challenges, this book may provide some solutions.
With the information provided, you can help your children become responsible, reliable, helpful, kind and more. It won't cost a lot of money and you don't need a degree in psychology. You do need to love your children and be willing to sacrifice time and effort--things you are probably already doing.
While the book draws heavily on LDS philosophy and teaching, readers from a wide range of backgrounds can relate to the principles and experiences described.
Author Flint Stephens explains that like most parents, he and his wife struggled with the parenting process. A fifth-generation Mormon, Stephens said that examining the parenting methods of his grandparents and great-grandparents revealed lessons he could employ to be a better father. He also writes about dealing with current problems like entitlement, pornography, substance abuse and more.
“Our ancestors didn’t read books or take courses on effective parenting,” Stephens said. “Yet most people would agree that they seemed to do it better than today’s adults. The reality is that they probably weren’t better parents, but the lifestyles and society that existed then were more conducive to helping children become responsible adults.”
Being a good parent remains a high priority among the majority of young adults, according to a 2011 Pew Research study on millennial generation adults (today’s 18- to 29-year-olds). By tapping into the principles outlined in his book, Stephens said he believes more parents can achieve that objective.
This book explains how parents today can understand and apply basic principles to more effectively connect with their children.
The complexities of modern society make parenting more challenging than ever before. For parents struggling with problems like entitlement, idleness, disrespect, anger, or other other challenges, this book may provide some solutions.
With the information provided, you can help your children become responsible, reliable, helpful, kind and more. It won't cost a lot of money and you don't need a degree in psychology. You do need to love your children and be willing to sacrifice time and effort--things you are probably already doing.
While the book draws heavily on LDS philosophy and teaching, readers from a wide range of backgrounds can relate to the principles and experiences described.
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150 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2011
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About the author
Flint J. Stephens
1 book19 followersFlint Stephens worked as an editor and journalist for newspapers in Illinois and Utah. He also does freelance writing for newspapers and magazines.
He has also worked as an executive in international business. From 1990 to 1995 he worked in Russia, Ukraine and Romania. He lectured to Russian business people about free market principles.
He is currently a licensed financial adviser.
Flint enjoys fishing, hunting, photography and outdoor recreation. He grew up in the Midwest, but married a girl from Moab, Utah. They have lived in Utah since 1986. They have four children, six grandchildren, horses, dogs, cats, geese and chickens.
He has also worked as an executive in international business. From 1990 to 1995 he worked in Russia, Ukraine and Romania. He lectured to Russian business people about free market principles.
He is currently a licensed financial adviser.
Flint enjoys fishing, hunting, photography and outdoor recreation. He grew up in the Midwest, but married a girl from Moab, Utah. They have lived in Utah since 1986. They have four children, six grandchildren, horses, dogs, cats, geese and chickens.
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January 2, 2012
This was a quick and easy parenting book to read. The principles discussed are basic and not much different than other parenting books, but presented in an interesting manner.
And it's written for anyone of any denomination, not just "mormons."
You'll find that the 'secrets' aren't that secret, and they are not that difficult to follow!
And it's written for anyone of any denomination, not just "mormons."
You'll find that the 'secrets' aren't that secret, and they are not that difficult to follow!
January 2, 2019
Fine book with good reminders and common sense. Doesn't seem very Mormon to me though.
Best quote:
"Some parents believe that brief moments of meaningful time with their children can compensate for the lack of a significant time commitment. It is a preposterous rationalization. Imagine how ridiculous it would sound if someone said he wanted to become an accomplished pianist. Because of other commitments and constraints, the person could only devote a few moments a day to practicing the piano so he intended to diligently focus during that brief time. In reality, those who hope to become skilled parents must devote concentrated effort and spend substantial time with their children."
Best quote:
"Some parents believe that brief moments of meaningful time with their children can compensate for the lack of a significant time commitment. It is a preposterous rationalization. Imagine how ridiculous it would sound if someone said he wanted to become an accomplished pianist. Because of other commitments and constraints, the person could only devote a few moments a day to practicing the piano so he intended to diligently focus during that brief time. In reality, those who hope to become skilled parents must devote concentrated effort and spend substantial time with their children."
March 23, 2012
Really sound advice on parenting and strategies to help you raise successful children. Comparing life today to how it was in the 1800's, and the differences in the way children act really helps you understand that children need work, responsibility, and morals now more then ever. These basic principles used to be raised into children with very little effort due to the fact that either they did it, or the whole family suffered and survival would be jeopardized. Simple techniques for how to simulate this in modern times, and help children feel as if they are contributing are given.
This book also goes over at some length teaching your children the difference between needs and wants, and ways to help them not to become selfish people. I found this part very important since most parents are way to indulgent. I am often criticized by my mother-in-law about how I refuse to buy this kids name brand clothes, shoes, and things like video games. It's not that I can't afford these things, it's just that I don't want my children to think that you need these things to be good people. I want my children to grow up not needing the latest cell phone, tv, pair of shoes, and enjoying and being content with what they have. I found the stories and lessons the author talked about in this book being very true to the way I was raised and how I would like to raise my children. However, I did in fact get some new idea, and was reminded that I should allow my children the opportunity to earn some of these things, because then they would realize the value. I have a tendency to just say no that they don't need $100 dollar tennis shoes. The kids and I also started a garden today, because I think the values they will learn from having to water, prune, weed, and take care of the veggies were really good points.
Very sound advice and a book MOST parents in this day and age need to read to be reminded of how to truly raise great people. My kids are better behaved then any I know, and I was able to put these idea's to use. Anyone with a child that is acting out or doing poorly in school and life should read this book. Not because it preaches to you, but gives sound advice that our ancestors were able to give their children without thought. No one will ever be a perfect parent, but having a handbook to remind us that work is sometimes better then play, and things should be earned, with real life situations on how to accomplish this, is exactly what a lot of parents need! Great people are no born, they are raised!
This book also goes over at some length teaching your children the difference between needs and wants, and ways to help them not to become selfish people. I found this part very important since most parents are way to indulgent. I am often criticized by my mother-in-law about how I refuse to buy this kids name brand clothes, shoes, and things like video games. It's not that I can't afford these things, it's just that I don't want my children to think that you need these things to be good people. I want my children to grow up not needing the latest cell phone, tv, pair of shoes, and enjoying and being content with what they have. I found the stories and lessons the author talked about in this book being very true to the way I was raised and how I would like to raise my children. However, I did in fact get some new idea, and was reminded that I should allow my children the opportunity to earn some of these things, because then they would realize the value. I have a tendency to just say no that they don't need $100 dollar tennis shoes. The kids and I also started a garden today, because I think the values they will learn from having to water, prune, weed, and take care of the veggies were really good points.
Very sound advice and a book MOST parents in this day and age need to read to be reminded of how to truly raise great people. My kids are better behaved then any I know, and I was able to put these idea's to use. Anyone with a child that is acting out or doing poorly in school and life should read this book. Not because it preaches to you, but gives sound advice that our ancestors were able to give their children without thought. No one will ever be a perfect parent, but having a handbook to remind us that work is sometimes better then play, and things should be earned, with real life situations on how to accomplish this, is exactly what a lot of parents need! Great people are no born, they are raised!
March 27, 2012
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
The book has many great ideas and solutions to raising children in today's world. It isn't just something that applies to Mormon's exclusively. Anyone who is wanting to raise their children and have good morals and a sensible approach to life might find this information quite valuable. Many topics are covered through story and also how the church regards the matter. I find this to be a worth-while read Mormon or not.
The book has many great ideas and solutions to raising children in today's world. It isn't just something that applies to Mormon's exclusively. Anyone who is wanting to raise their children and have good morals and a sensible approach to life might find this information quite valuable. Many topics are covered through story and also how the church regards the matter. I find this to be a worth-while read Mormon or not.
June 6, 2012
This book is timely and brings up some great old values which need to make a comeback in our selfish society. I felt like the ideas presented in this coupled with the self-government principles in "Parenting A House United" would make a great recipe for parenting success for today's families. Stephens had great stories and quotes which added to the easy experience. The reading is light, but worthwhile.
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