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Boundaries With Kids
By Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend

Here is the help you need for raising your kids to take responsibility for their actions, attitudes, and emotions.
Learn how to

set limits and still be a loving parent

bring control to an out-of-control family life

apply the ten laws of boundaries to parenting

define appropriate boundaries and consequences for your kids

…and much more.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Why Kids Need Boundaries
     1. The Future Is Now
     2. What Does Character Look Like?
     3. Kids Need Parents with Boundaries

Part 2: Ten Boundary Principles Kids Need to Know
     4. What Will Happen If I Do This? (The Law of Sowing and Reaping)
     5. Pulling My Own Wagon (The Law of Responsibility)
     6. I Can’t Do It All, But I’m Not Helpless, Either (The Law of Power)
     7. I’m Not the Only One Who Matters (The Law of Respect)
     8. Life Beyond “Because I’m the Mommy” (The Law of Motivation)
     9. Pain Can Be a Gift (The Law of Evaluation)
     10. Tantrums Needn’t Be Forever (The Law of Proactivity)
     11. I Am Happier When I Am Thankful (The Law of Envy)
     12. Jump-starting My Engine (The Law of Activity)
     13. Honesty Is the Best Policy (The Law of Exposure)

Part 3: Implementing Boundaries with Kids
     14. Roll Up Your Sleeves
     The Six Steps to Implementing Boundaries with Your Kid

Boundaries With Kids
By Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend