The Middle Way Of Childhood

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In the universal scheme of things, no responsibility is greater than that of nurturing children. Here, in "The Middle Way of Childhood" readers are offered 150 quotations drawn from the finest writings of the Buddhist masters. Each classic quote is accompanied by a brief reflective selection designed to place these precious thoughts into a modern context. In this way readers are afforded a look at the timeless principles that have guided the hands, hearts, and minds of compassionate adults across the ages in terms of how to best help children develop to their fullest potential. Subjects such as coping with anger, balancing the need to support with that of guiding in troubled times, providing positive feedback and simply expressing love are all presented in this thoughtful book. In the end readers of "The Middle Way of Childhood" will come away from this book with insights into this vital practice as well as their own lives and happiness.

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