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Boundaries with Kids

By: Dr. John Townsend, Dr. Henry Cloud
Narrated by: Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend
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Yes, you can say no to your child and still be a loving parent. Discover how setting biblical boundaries can make your parenting better today!

Join Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, authors of the New York Times bestseller Boundaries, as they share the research and guidance you need to raise your kids to take responsibility for their actions, attitudes, and emotions. What Boundaries has done for adult relationships, Boundaries with Kids will do for you and your family.

Using biblically backed principles, including respect, stewardship, and self-control, Drs. Cloud and Townsend share the lessons they've learned firsthand after decades of working with families across the country. The tools and support they provide in Boundaries with Kids will change the way you view healthy boundaries, no matter where you are in your parenting journey.

With wisdom and empathy, they take you through the ins and outs of instilling the kind of character in your children that will help them lead balanced, productive, and fulfilling adult lives. You'll learn how to:

  • Define appropriate boundaries and consequences for your kids
  • Set limits and still be a loving parent
  • Bring balance to an out-of-control family life
  • Apply the ten laws of boundaries to your parenting
  • Understand the six steps to implementing boundaries in your home

Don't forget to check out the Boundaries family collection of books and workbooks dedicated to key areas of your life, including dating, marriage, raising teenagers, and leadership.

©1998 Henry Cloud and John Townsend (P)1998 Zondervan

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Way too abridged

Felt like it was missing something. I read the hard copy of boundaries in marriage and thought it was dead on accurate. With two small boys, thought this would be a good listen. I was mistaken. To truly absorb any lessons, I need applicable examples, repetition, and a good story line. This was like listening to a couple of college lectures.

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very good

I needed this! I didn't learn hardly any of this growing up.

The authors gave me principles... and also examples to help me visualize these abstract ideas in everyday life. Very good teaching!

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very helpful!

Great listen for parents who are trying to find a balance between tough love and freedom for their children.

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Not the same book

If you're expecting a recorded version of the book, it's not even close. A real disappointment and waste of a credit.

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Taking some of the frustration out of parenting

I appreciate the fact that the outcome of successful boundaries is discussed. This book points out the reasons to stand firm and an idea of which battles to pick all for the sake of your child's development. It focuses on how to help your child grow in healthy emotional and moral ways.

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I wish I'd read this book years ago!

This is hands-down the best book I've ever read read on parenting. I wish I'd read it years ago. Thank you to the authors for their wonderful work here.

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excellent resource, but too short.

great book that adds specifics to parenting from the original boundaries book. IMO, this book could be expanded with more examples, and points made more applicable. helps you recognize patterns in your own parenting that lead to problems in the future.

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Read this to prevent or change bad behavior in you

Read or listen to this book to help yourself help your kids. I listened to it to help my grandkids!

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Must read for parents!

Now I understand it’s normal certain behaviors are normal and I can help my children to get more mature, loving and responsible!

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Prayers for misfit children

Would have liked more active examples of dealing with teens and adult children.
It is good to read for all ages of children, but need more depth and examples of dealing with tantrums and adult tantrums. My Step kids are nightmares and at 36 and 37 nothing works. Prayer seems to be the only answer. I also need more to act on.

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