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How to build a Happy Family - 7 steps to renew, bless and heal your most important relationships!
Your family needs renewal - or it dies. Here's the solution.
For years, Bo's readers (and fans) have been asking him to write a book on family life. "Please Bo, we need it badly!" they'd say. But somehow, after 18 bestselling books, he never felt it was the right time to write a book on family life.
Until now.
Explaining the long delay, he writes, "Today, I feel I have the credibility. I'm no longer speaking out of thin air. I'm not speaking from lofty theories but from my firsthand, face-to-face, belly-to-belly, nitty-gritty, daily grind of being married to my beautiful wife of 12 years and raising two of the greatest boys on the planet. And what have i learned? That family life is like pushing a luggage cart overflowing with three suitcases and four balikbayan boxes, complete with a squeaky left wheel, up a steep ramp in the old Manila International Airport."
With incredible depth, humor and simplicity, you'll be swept away by Bo's powerful message in this book.
Get ready to be blessed!
For years, Bo's readers (and fans) have been asking him to write a book on family life. "Please Bo, we need it badly!" they'd say. But somehow, after 18 bestselling books, he never felt it was the right time to write a book on family life.
Until now.
Explaining the long delay, he writes, "Today, I feel I have the credibility. I'm no longer speaking out of thin air. I'm not speaking from lofty theories but from my firsthand, face-to-face, belly-to-belly, nitty-gritty, daily grind of being married to my beautiful wife of 12 years and raising two of the greatest boys on the planet. And what have i learned? That family life is like pushing a luggage cart overflowing with three suitcases and four balikbayan boxes, complete with a squeaky left wheel, up a steep ramp in the old Manila International Airport."
With incredible depth, humor and simplicity, you'll be swept away by Bo's powerful message in this book.
Get ready to be blessed!
146 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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About the author
Bo Sánchez
97 books651 followersBo Sanchez is a preacher, leader and entrepreneur. He is the auhor of 30 bestselling books and publisher of eight periodicals. Bo also has a weekly TV show, adaily radio program and a daily Internet TV show. He travels extensively around the world as a powerful speaker. So far, he has addressed audiences in 14 countries, including 36 cities in North America.
He found many organizations, such as Anawim, a special home for the abandoned elderly, and Shepherd's Voice, a media group that publishes the widest read inspirational literature in the country. He is also the founder of the Light of Jesus Family, a spiritual community.
He found many organizations, such as Anawim, a special home for the abandoned elderly, and Shepherd's Voice, a media group that publishes the widest read inspirational literature in the country. He is also the founder of the Light of Jesus Family, a spiritual community.
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July 3, 2025
First things first—this might sound funny but I actually bought this book just because it’s pink and hey, in my defense, whenever I see anything pink, it’s automatically my pick. There’s just something magical about pink and pastel... they always made me fall in love.
Now here’s a little trivia: Bo Sanchez is one of my favorite authors. His words and perspectives really helped pull me out of a dark place during my college days. So even though I’m not planning on starting a family anytime soon (or never), this book still made its way into my favorites. It taught me so much about myself. It gave me permission to explore the other sides of who I am, to love myself more, and to grow.
This book is full of gems—literally and figuratively. Each key message shines in its own way: Renewal, Gratitude, Time, Service, Forgiveness, Self-Love and Celebration.
Through Bo’s writing, I learned about love—not just the romantic kind but the difference between genuine and fake love. I learned to become more aware of myself as a daughter, as a sister, and as someone who’s part of a family. It helped me notice things I usually overlook in my own home and honestly, I’m just grateful I grew up in a drama-free, emotionally safe family.
Even though I don’t have someone, I still found this book relatable and if ever I do get into a relationship someday, I feel like I’ve already got a good head start. This book gave me an idea of what love and healthy family dynamics should actually look like.
Nope, I’m not a parent either—but while reading, I somehow felt like one. It opened my eyes to the kind of parenting I’d want to practice (if the time ever comes). It’s heartfelt, enlightening and honestly? It’s one of those reads that lifts a spirit.
So if you’re someone who values strong family bonds, or if you’re simply looking for a read that reflects your beliefs and brings you back to what truly matters, maybe give this one a try. Just like me, you might find something unexpectedly meaningful inside those beautifully pink-covered pages.
Now here’s a little trivia: Bo Sanchez is one of my favorite authors. His words and perspectives really helped pull me out of a dark place during my college days. So even though I’m not planning on starting a family anytime soon (or never), this book still made its way into my favorites. It taught me so much about myself. It gave me permission to explore the other sides of who I am, to love myself more, and to grow.
This book is full of gems—literally and figuratively. Each key message shines in its own way: Renewal, Gratitude, Time, Service, Forgiveness, Self-Love and Celebration.
Through Bo’s writing, I learned about love—not just the romantic kind but the difference between genuine and fake love. I learned to become more aware of myself as a daughter, as a sister, and as someone who’s part of a family. It helped me notice things I usually overlook in my own home and honestly, I’m just grateful I grew up in a drama-free, emotionally safe family.
Even though I don’t have someone, I still found this book relatable and if ever I do get into a relationship someday, I feel like I’ve already got a good head start. This book gave me an idea of what love and healthy family dynamics should actually look like.
Nope, I’m not a parent either—but while reading, I somehow felt like one. It opened my eyes to the kind of parenting I’d want to practice (if the time ever comes). It’s heartfelt, enlightening and honestly? It’s one of those reads that lifts a spirit.
So if you’re someone who values strong family bonds, or if you’re simply looking for a read that reflects your beliefs and brings you back to what truly matters, maybe give this one a try. Just like me, you might find something unexpectedly meaningful inside those beautifully pink-covered pages.
July 13, 2023
"You can never fix anyone. Because fixing is an inside job. You can never force it from the outside."
This is really true. Everyone is unique in his/her own ways..You can never fix anyone, BUT you can adjust to their behavior. You may correct him/her, but you can't manipulate anyone what he/she has to do.
This is really true. Everyone is unique in his/her own ways..You can never fix anyone, BUT you can adjust to their behavior. You may correct him/her, but you can't manipulate anyone what he/she has to do.
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March 30, 2021
I loved it! I just wish there was less of romantic relationship advice directed towards husband and wife in the family and more of the family itself.
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