Parenting in the Wild: Survival Strategies for Today’s Teen Challenges
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Parenting in the Wild: Survival Strategies for Today’s Teen Challenges

Parenting a teenager can feel like navigating a wilderness—full of emotional storms, unexpected detours, and moments of calm. Emma Davis’s Coping Skills for Teens Unleashed is your survival guide. Packed with practical tools and heartfelt insights, this book offers parents a roadmap to help their teens thrive in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world. Whether it’s tackling anxiety, boosting confidence, or simply surviving the dinner table debates. These strategies are designed to turn your parenting struggles into powerful moments of growth.

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Healing Through Forgiveness: Insights from "Forgiving What You Can’t Forget"
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Healing Through Forgiveness: Insights from "Forgiving What You Can’t Forget"

When the pain feels too heavy and the memories refuse to fade, forgiveness can seem like an impossible dream—but Lysa TerKeurst’s "Forgiving What You Can’t Forget" shows that healing is within reach. With raw honesty and relatable stories, she shares her own struggles with betrayal and heartbreak, showing how forgiveness isn’t about excusing the hurt but about freeing yourself from its grip. Lysa’s words feel like a friend walking beside you, helping you unpack the weight of resentment and rediscover peace. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the pain of what someone did to you, this book is the gentle push you need to start healing.

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Raising Confident Girls in Today’s Culture
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Raising Confident Girls in Today’s Culture

Raising daughters in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world is an exciting opportunity to help them grow into confident, resilient women. While cultural pressures and societal norms can sometimes feel overwhelming, Dr. Meg Meeker’s book, Raising a Strong Daughter in a Toxic Culture, is a source of hope and empowerment for parents. This uplifting and practical guide provides the tools you need to help your daughter navigate challenges, celebrate her individuality, and embrace her strength.

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Redefining What We Value As ‘Enough’
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Redefining What We Value As ‘Enough’

Jennifer Breheny Wallace’s Never Enough dives into the toxic culture of overachievement and its impact on our mental health and relationships. Through relatable stories and practical tips, Wallace shows how to break free from the relentless pressure to succeed and rediscover what truly matters—connection, balance, and self-worth. The book helps parents, professionals, and anyone feeling stuck in the cycle of “never enough,” offering simple strategies to redefine success and live a more fulfilling life.

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The Art of Letting Go: A Practical Guide to Rebuilding Trust with Lysa TerKeurst
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

The Art of Letting Go: A Practical Guide to Rebuilding Trust with Lysa TerKeurst

Rebuilding trust after betrayal or disappointment can feel overwhelming, but in "I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t," Lysa TerKeurst offers compassionate, practical guidance to navigate this journey. Drawing from her own experiences, she provides real-life strategies for healing and reconnecting with others. Lysa’s approach isn’t about “forgiving and forgetting”—instead, it’s an invitation to understand the roots of broken trust and rebuild it step-by-step. Through honest insights on forgiveness and actionable advice, she shows that trust can be restored, leading to stronger relationships and renewed inner peace.

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Not Nice: A Guide to Breaking Free from People-Pleasing
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Not Nice: A Guide to Breaking Free from People-Pleasing

In Not Nice, Dr. Aziz Gazipura explores the costs of people-pleasing and teaches readers how to break free from constantly putting others first. Through relatable stories, practical exercises, and straightforward advice, he guides people-pleasers in setting boundaries, saying “no,” and handling guilt or criticism. With exercises like “Mirror Talk” for self-confidence and “Tiny Acts of Rebellion” to practice breaking out of approval-seeking, Not Nice is a roadmap to authenticity. Dr. Gazipura’s message is clear: you can stop being “nice” and start living true to yourself, guilt-free.

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Real-World Parenting Tips for Today’s Teens
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Real-World Parenting Tips for Today’s Teens

In The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt dives into the everyday pressures today’s teens face—like the constant pull of social media, endless academic expectations, and limited real-life connection—and shows how these challenges are reshaping their mental health. With relatable examples and research-backed advice, Haidt offers parents practical ways to help, from setting up tech-free zones to encouraging resilience by letting kids learn through failure. This book feels like both a wake-up call and a reassuring guide, giving families the tools to raise confident, well-adjusted kids in a world that often feels overwhelmingly anxious.

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The Power of Saying "Yes"
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

The Power of Saying "Yes"

For anyone feeling stuck, afraid, or overwhelmed, The Year of Yes is a warm, encouraging guide. It reminds us that by stepping out of our comfort zone, we can find more happiness and fulfillment than we ever thought possible. So, if you're ready to break free from fear and embrace life more fully, this book is a wonderful place to start.

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Rewiring Your Mind for Recovery and Growth
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Rewiring Your Mind for Recovery and Growth

Rewired by Erica Spiegelman offers a comprehensive approach to healing that emphasizes self-awareness and emotional balance. The book addresses issues like addiction and anxiety while combining mindfulness, self-compassion, and practical strategies to help readers reshape their thoughts and behaviors. Each chapter includes exercises and affirmations for self-reflection, empowering individuals to break free from negative patterns and live more intentionally. Ultimately, Rewired promotes a holistic understanding of healing that focuses on the individual as a whole, rather than just their symptoms.

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Practical Steps to Stop Bullying
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Practical Steps to Stop Bullying

This book delivers clear, actionable strategies to help children and adults understand, prevent, and address bullying behaviors. With a focus on empathy, assertiveness, and safe digital practices, Whitson empowers readers to create supportive environments and develop the skills needed to effectively stand up to bullying. It’s an essential guide for anyone committed to making a positive impact in the fight against bullying.

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Building a Stronger Relationship
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Building a Stronger Relationship

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman is a must-read for anyone looking to strengthen their relationship. The book offers practical, research-backed principles designed to help couples enhance their connection, navigate conflicts, and build a shared vision for their future. From improving communication to fostering mutual respect, Gottman’s approach provides clear steps that can be integrated into everyday life, helping couples create a deeper, more fulfilling partnership.

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Breaking the Cycle
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Breaking the Cycle

Bullying isn’t just about harsh words or playground scuffles; it’s a complex, often hidden issue that deeply impacts children’s lives. In Bullied: What Every Parent, Teacher, and Kid Needs to Know About Ending the Cycle of Fear, Carrie Goldman unpacks the dynamics of bullying and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for parents, educators, and therapists.

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Let’s talk
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Let’s talk

Boost family connections with "Conversation with Purpose: Talking Points for Families." This fun and engaging card deck features 200 family-friendly questions, designed to spark meaningful conversations and strengthen bonds. With four unique categories—Get to Know You, Family Time, What Makes You, You, and Fun & Random—you’ll never run out of things to talk about. Perfect for dinner, car rides, or game nights, these cards help improve communication, build trust, and create lasting memories. Available in versions for families, teens, kids, and couples. Make family time more meaningful today!

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Highly Sensitive Children
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Highly Sensitive Children

Is your child easily overwhelmed by loud noises or intense emotions? In The Highly Sensitive Child, Elaine N. Aron, PhD, provides invaluable insights and strategies to help parents support their sensitive children. From managing sensory overload to fostering emotional regulation, this guide offers practical solutions to help your child navigate the world with confidence and resilience. Discover how to turn your child’s sensitivity into a strength with the help of this comprehensive resource.

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Unlocking Personal Growth

Unlock the tools for personal growth with Dr. Nicole LePera's transformative book, "How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self." This guide provides actionable strategies to help you manage anxiety, heal unresolved trauma, and foster healthier relationships. Through specific exercises like journaling, breathwork, and boundary setting, LePera empowers readers to break free from destructive patterns and create a life of authenticity and fulfillment. Dive into this comprehensive overview of the book's practical solutions and discover how they can help you on your journey to self-healing.

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Parenting with a Purpose
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Parenting with a Purpose

Parenting a child who has experienced trauma comes with unique challenges, but Sarah Naish’s 'Therapeutic Parenting Strategies and Solutions' offers a compassionate and practical guide for navigating these complexities. Drawing from her own experiences as a therapeutic parent, Naish provides actionable strategies to help manage anxiety, aggression, and attachment issues in children. This book is a must-read for any parent looking to foster healing and resilience in their child through understanding and empathy.

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Navigating Emotional Landmines: A Guide to Understanding BPD
Kelli Karver Kelli Karver

Navigating Emotional Landmines: A Guide to Understanding BPD

Navigating a relationship with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be overwhelming, but 'Stop Walking on Eggshells' by Mason and Kreger offers a compassionate and practical guide. This book provides insights into understanding BPD, setting healthy boundaries, and improving communication. Whether you're dealing with emotional instability, fear of abandonment, or impulsive behaviors, this guide equips you with the tools to foster a more balanced and supportive relationship.

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