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Raising ten kids revealed to Dr. Ray Guarendi and his wife, Randi, a lifetime of insightful lessons. Dr. Ray shares his wisdom with clarity and abundant humor, because as any mother or father knows, parenting is too important to be taken too seriously. With his rich, tenfold experience as a father, Dr. Ray gives guidance that will help you gain confidence toward molding and instructing your own children. Through his many and absorbing anecdotes, you'll learn how to act with calm authority whether with a disrespectful teen or a tantrum throwing toddler. Through parenting, Dr. Ray learned to avoid labels and to respect each childï¿1/2ï¿1/2ï¿1/2s temperament. He reinforces how with each child you can become a better parent. You will learn, as did he, to be better able to stand strong in God's grace and trust in His plan if your children have special needs. You'll be moved by stories of children who were affected by serious health issues, substance abuse, and unstable foster-care placement. You'll also learn: Why stronger parents, who act more and lecture less, have smoother family lives How ""the look"" is a form of classical conditioning that helps convey authority The power of affection to show your children your love To present a united front as parents and not be manipulated by your children How perseverance and consistency in setting and enforcing expectations pays off To resolve (and avoid) conflicts, teach respect and manners, and much more Most strikingly, you will see God's providence at work in forming your own family. You will grow in the resolve and wisdom to guide your children when young and give them wings to fly when older.

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Dr. Ray Guarendi is a Catholic father of ten, a clinical psychologist, an author, a professional speaker, and a national radio and television host. His radio show, The Doctor Is In, can be heard on EWTN Radio and more than 600 AM and FM stations and SiriusXM(R) Channel 130. His EWTN television series, Living Right with Dr. Ray, can be seen on EWTN, reaching more than 400 million homes in 160 countries and territories. Dr. Ray has given more than 3,000 talks on various topics, including parenting, marriage, family and the Catholic Faith. He captivates audiences with his compelling humor-laced presentations that provide practical advice and proven techniques. Dr. Ray is the author of several books, including Standing Strong and Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage, both available through EWTN Publishing.

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