The Real Purpose of Parenting: The Book You Wish Your Parents Read

Summary

The Real Purpose ofParenting is a series of stories and life lessons from the world of atherapist, also known as “the parent coach.” Well-meaningparents are at the point of crisis because, despite their best efforts, their children are not growing into the people they want them to be. Andthere, according to Dr. Philip Dembo, lies the problem.

In The Real Purpose ofParenting, even the best parents are capable of smothering their childrenand inhibiting growth in their lives. This happens because who the child really is and what the child truly needs are often overlooked or ignored in favor ofthe parents’ agenda. This often leads to numerous problems within the family.

As a solution, Dr. Dembo offers simple family “turn around”strategies that reframe the real purpose of parenting and gives each family andchild their own salvation.