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“Play nice!” “Be kind!” “Don't do that!” Every day, it seems half our conversations with young people is made up of commands dealing with character and niceties--all issues that need to be addressed and not ignored. But how is it working? Do you find yourself back at square one the next day, with a child acting as though they had no idea they shouldn't be lying? In Parenting with a Story, author Paul Smith, one of the world's leading experts in organizational storytelling, shows that when stories are used to illustrate to children how choices and consequences play out in the real world, with real people, the impact will be far more profound than the relentless commands that are forgotten or ignored as soon as the parent turns away. This collection of 101 narratives from people around the world and from all walks of life includes lessons that illuminate the power of character, integrity, curiosity, creativity, grit, kindness, patience, gratitude, and other essential characteristics every parent should be trying to instill in their children. Sometimes heart-wrenching, sometimes funny, always compelling, these stories impart wisdom and help steer choices about: • Resisting peer pressure• Remaining open-minded• Being humble• Making courageous decisions• Standing by their word• Bouncing back from failure• Showing compassion• Picking friends wisely• And moreThroughout all of history, stories have been used to help shape who we are and who we aspire to come. But effective storytelling doesn't have to be reserved for teachers, writers, and preachers. As a parent, learn how to share stories, discuss them with your child, and watch your child grow into the adult every parent would be proud of. Tell a young person what to do--play fair, be yourself, stick to the task at hand--and most will tune you out. But show them how choices and consequences play out in the real world, with real people, and the impact will be far more profound. Parenting with a Story gathers 101 narratives from people around the world and from all walks of life, reflecting unexpected moments of clarity about who they are and how they should treat others. The lessons illuminate the power of character--integrity, curiosity, creativity, grit, kindness, patience, gratitude, and more--to prepare us for anything. Sometimes heart-wrenching, sometimes funny, always compelling, these stories impart wisdom and help steer choices about: Resisting peer pressure • Remaining open-minded • Being humble • Making courageous decisions • Standing by their word • Bouncing back from failure • Showing compassion • Picking friends wisely • And more Stories help shape who we are and who we aspire to become. Share these, discuss them, and watch your child grow into the adult you'll be proud of. Bonus in the eBook: a forty-page set of suggested discussion questions. The story matrix included in the eBook that lists all 101 stories for easy reference is available online at the author's site: Lead with a Story Tell a young person what to do--play fair, be yourself, stick to the task at hand--and most will tune you out. But show them how choices and consequences play out in the real world, with real people, and the impact will be far more profound. "Parenting with a Story" gathers 101 narratives from people around the world and from all walks of life, reflecting unexpected moments of clarity about who they are and how they should treat others. The lessons illuminate the power of character--integrity, curiosity, creativity, grit, kindness, patience, gratitude, and more--to prepare us for anything. --Amazon.com Acknowledgments Introduction Who you are Ambition Open-mindedness Creativity Curiosity and learning Courage Integrity Self-reliance Grit Hard work and struggles in life Self-confidence Self-discipline : money and delayed gratification Health Positive mental attitude Dealing with loss How you treat other people Kindness Patience Fairness and justice Humility Respect for others Friendship Social intelligence Forgiveness and gratitude Appreciation of beauty Getting started An invitation Appendix: story matrix Additional reading Index. Tell A Child What To Do---play Fair, Be Kind, Show Respect---and Most Will Tune You Out. Show Them How Choices And Consequences Play Out In The Real World, And The Impact Will Be Far More Profound. Parenting With A Story Gathers 101 Powerful Narratives From Around The World Featuring Moments Of Clarity About And How To Treat Others Well.