Dr. Martin Seligman’s "The Optimistic Child" is available in paperback, audiobook, and digital formats. For parents and teachers, companion workbooks are also available to guide you through the 12-week program.
The Optimistic Child offers a proactive "psychological immunization." Instead of waiting for a crisis to occur, Seligman provides a roadmap for building resilience. By shifting the focus from how children feel to how they think , we give them a lifelong shield against helplessness and a foundation for enduring mental health. We were told that if children feel good
For the past three decades, the prevailing wisdom in parenting and education has been that high self-esteem is the holy grail of child development. We were told that if children feel good about themselves, they will be successful, healthy, and well-adjusted. Consequently, a culture of participation trophies, "everyone is a winner," and excessive praise emerged. they will be successful