Synopses & Reviews
A combination of personal narrative and stories gathered from mothers, this guide shows how spiritual and mindful parenting can help all mothersBuddhists and nonBuddhistsbe more open, attentive, and content. By guiding mothers on a spiritual path, this evocation also helps them cultivate wisdom, open-heartedness, and a better understanding of themselves and their children. The Buddhist teachings and principles help answer questions that all mothers face, especially those with young children: Who are my children? Who am I? How can I do my best by my children and myself? What to do about all that housework? and Is this all? Written in a clear and engaging style, this warm and simple meditation facilitates parenting with awareness, purpose, and love.
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"A seamless mix of parenting and spiritual practice guidance." American Buddhist Net
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A lovely book for anyone that wants to become more present in their parenting.” AmericanBuddhist.net
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"If you liked her first book, Buddhism for Mothers, you'll adore this one. It'll give you a new perspective on parenting and may even help you enjoy it more." Sunday Telegraph
About the Author
Sarah Napthali is a mother of two who tries to apply Buddhist teachings in her daily life. She is the author of Buddhism for Mothers and Buddhism for Mothers of Schoolchildren.
Table of Contents
1 Buddhism and motherhood
2 Parenting mindfully
3 Finding calm
4 Dealing with anger
5 Worrying about our children
6 Creating loving relationships
7 Living with partners
8 Finding happiness and losing our self-image
9 Meditating10 Putting it into practice
Appendix 1 The noble eightfold path
Appendix 2 Helpful books
Appendix 3 Helpful websites
Appendix 4 From the scriptures
Appendix 5 Buddhism for mothers of newborns
Bibliography
Index