How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children: Preparing Your Child for the Real Tough World of Adulthood by Instilling Them With Principles of Love, Self-Discipline, ... Books For Becoming Good Parents Book 1)

by Frank Dixon

Tired of tantrums and tears? Discover a more mindful, attentive, and adaptive parenting style that instills a lifelong habit of resilience and confidence in your child.Being a parent isn't easy. From the ear-splitting temper tantrums of the terrible twos to the heart-stopping antics of elder siblings who should know better, sometimes the family home can feel more like a psychological battleground with a masterful manipulator of your emotions!

One thing is for a child's life is one of exploration, discovery, and wonder. But between those wondrous moments, even the most cautious of children will suffer the consequences of their youthful trial and error.

As a parent, it's hard to say "no" to an eager little face that you love – and it only gets harder when resisting your natural, hard-wired impulse to rush in and save them from their terrible decisions.

Does this make you a bad parent? Of course you are, like your children, a human trying to make sense of the world – and you alone have the power and responsibility to show them the best path forward.

But Just Where Do You Draw the Line Between Liberty and Discipline?

How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children is a new, step-by-step guide that shows parents how to navigate the precarious tightrope of raising independent, resilient, and honest children.

Taking inspiration from some of the latest research in child development studies, Frank Dixon lifts the lid on just why kids will be kids and how parents can build an empathic, nourishing, and stable relationship with their children based on empowering behavior mentorship.

Building on a foundation of 7 'C's – competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control – Dixon offers an easy-to-follow strategy that frazzled parents can immediately put into action.

Childish Mistakes Are the Building Blocks of Adult Success

How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children reveals seven core areas of parenting where you can act as a role model when dealing with setbacks and upsets. Through exploring these 7 'C's with examples, this book acts as a handbook for resilience parenting.

With its easy-to-understand style, this guide offers step-by-step guidance to show parents how they can

Foster the brilliant imagination of the young mind with strategic use of praise and providing resources to enable the development of innate skills and talentsUnderstand the way the human brain is wired in childhood – and how to discipline mistakes with empathy and understanding rather than punishmentNourish and grow your relationship with your child as a trusted supporter and advisor through childhood and adulthood, empowering both sides with loveDemonstrate desired behaviors when faced with hardships through your own actions and thought processes to give your child a powerful emotional toolkitKnow when to intervene and how to intervene when mistakes and failures happen – and how to turn any situation into a powerful learning momentMake friends and develop strong bonds with peers with an ability to lead and influence through their characterDevelop an optimistic, cheerful approach to life where failure isn't a disaster but merely a challenge that can be resolved with creative problem-solvingLife has never been fair.

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction

60 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 31, 2020

Reviews

[Píaras Cíonnaoíth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A simple and practical approach...

We live in more of an ‘entitled’ society today whether people want to admit it or not. In the past, youngsters were more self-reliant and did not wait for society or their parents to solve all their problems. It was just a ‘given’ most children born a few decades ago, expected to earn what they got and did not expect to be showered with solutions or money to solve all their problems. This one fact made all the difference in their environment. When a child has to ‘work’ for something they want instead of having it handed to them without any effort or sacrifice, in the end, it makes a different person out of your child. And a better one at that.

Raising resilient children is an important matter that facilitates children to achieve success in today's world. Children face many challenges in their family and external environments in this unique time in history. How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children by Frank Dixon will prepare your child for the ‘real tough world of adulthood by instilling them with principles of love, self-discipline, and independent thinking.’

Highly recommended for savvy parents looking for ways to help their children.

[Reading_ Tamishly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know about others but I feel we need more of such books at where I live.

The book gives a very good understanding of what the word resilient means and that too for raising resilient kids; why it is required and what parents can do.

I love the basic concept of the seven Cs (read the book to know, it's worth it) about resilience. It's not over the top nor too less. I would say I agree with the minimal basic description of what can be expected and what is humanly possible for the parents to guide the kids for the same.

The book is short (I am eagerly waiting for the next book). The writing is fairly easy to follow. And it's not at all a tough read.

Please do not forget to read the conclusion. It will make the read really worthwhile.

Thank you, Go Make a Change, for the advance reading copy.

[Kristina Stone thomas · Rating 2 out of 5]

I received this book as a giveaway. It didn’t impact my reviewing of this book.

There is nothing harmful about reading this 60-page book, but if you wanted to learn more about raising resilient children, you can find much better resources.

I work with families with children under three. Resilience and how to raise resilient children is often a topic of conversation. I will often pass along articles or book recommendations. I would not recommend this book to the parents I partner with or the other professionals I work with.

This book is about as clear as mud. Resilient kids won’t take risks, but they need to take risks. Don’t let your kids do something that might be too hard for them, but make them try hard things. Don’t dwell on mistakes, but make sure to remind them of their mistakes.

The writing was poor and the information was unclear.

[Sindy Castellanos · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is vital to give to your children the tools that will help them succeed and achieve their personal fulfillment. This short guide offers steps that, in a reasonable and easy way to follow, will guide you in helping them acquire the basic habits to face life in a holistic, positive and constructive way.
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Es vital dar a los hijos las herramientas que les ayudarán a triunfar y alcanzar su realización personal. Esta breve guía ofrece pasos que, de forma razonable y fácil de seguir, te guiarán en ayudarles a adquirir los hábitos básicos para afrontar la vida de forma integral, positiva y constructiva.

[Eduardo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book serves as an invaluable resource for parents navigating the complexities of child-rearing. By offering a practical and insightful perspective, the author addresses common challenges such as tantrums and sibling dynamics with clarity. The delineation of the 7 'C's approach, grounded in the latest research on child development, provides a systematic and actionable framework for fostering competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control in children.
The author's guidance extends beyond theoretical constructs, providing tangible strategies for immediate implementation. By emphasizing the role of parents as exemplars, the book underscores the importance of instilling resilience through empathetic handling of mistakes and the cultivation of robust parent-child relationships.
The language employed in the book is accessible without compromising the depth of its content, rendering it an approachable yet informative guide for those seeking to empower their children with essential life skills. In sum, this book stands as an empathetic and clear-sighted manual for parents invested in nurturing the resilience and well-being of their offspring.

[Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

“How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children” is a compelling book written by Frank Dixon, which comprises in less than a hundred pages clever and sensible advice for parents to assure their children’s wellbeing. When we think of becoming parents and raising our children, we tend to copy and replicate our own experience as sons or daughters and the relationship with our parents. I think that this is not bad but, as the author explains, times change as well as children’s behaviour and relation with the environment. So, parents need to update the ways in which they instill principles and values. We shouldn’t tell our children how to behave or what to think, but give them the tools to assess and interpret their reality, in order to become self-sufficient and resilient human beings.
I really liked this book and I enjoyed reading it. It is very clear in its explanations and easy to follow and understand. I highly recommend it.

[George · Rating 5 out of 5]

This guide delivers a clear, practical, and psychologically grounded approach to helping children develop resilience, confidence, and emotional strength. Frank Dixon breaks down difficult parenting challenges into accessible, science-backed strategies that parents can apply immediately, from nurturing independence and managing big feelings to teaching responsibility, problem-solving, and healthy coping skills.

The book shines in its balance of real-world scenarios, research insights, and warm, encouraging advice. Concepts like the 7 Cs of resilience, positive discipline, creative independence, and structured emotional coaching are presented in a way that feels both actionable and reassuring. The writing is direct and relatable, making complex topics easy to understand without oversimplifying them.

A valuable resource for parents who want to raise capable, emotionally grounded kids prepared to face life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.

[Carol M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful and motivating
As it was the case with the other Frank Dixon’s books about parenting, ‘How parents can raise resilient children’ is a useful and practical book. He makes emphasis on how hard it is nowadays to raise our kids but he insists on the fact that we, as parents, have to prepare and guide them to be responsible, independent and self-reflective individuals. He adopts a straightforward approach as he shows himself as being empathetic towards parents and at the same time, he offers pieces of advice which are realistic and useful. It is a short book which is simple to follow and the ideas are easily conveyed. Being a parent makes me wonder all the time if I am raising my kids correctly and as Dixon writes, it is a long journey and we have to try our best. This book offers a motivating and encouraging message, which for me it was really helpful.

[Carolina Solano · Rating 4 out of 5]

Frank Dixon, the author of this wonderful book, suggests that parenting has evolved over the years, and that family structures have changed. This little book is a necessary guide for us as parents today.
I understood that I must teach my children to be independent, resilient and emotionally intellectual so that they are ready to face this competitive world where we live.
Each chapter touches on a different topic with intensity but using clear and practical language. Its narrative is very well organized, and each of the tips and strategies included in the book are positive and very easy to incorporate in raising our children.
I took this book as a daily guide to raising my children, and I definitely recommend it.

[Kira K · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thoughts:
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I think this book is an excellent read for new parents and veteran parents alike. Dixon gives evidence based advice, citing most sources in text and a reference list at the end to prove the advice is based in fact and not a random opinion. These references are also up to date with some even citing 2020 as well as older core research, which follows the research advice I was given of within the past 5 years unless its backing another paper or a core experiment. It also manages to get the point of the importance of these methods across without talking down to or attacking parents who didn’t use other methods, just explaining the benefits of these without demonising anyone.

[Santiago Flores · Rating 4 out of 5]

Being a parent is not an easy task and raising children is really a challenge. We live in a world very different from the one we were raised in, and we have to bear that in mind when educating our children.
This read was certainly thought provoking; the author talks about how to teach our kids to be resilient, independent and honest. All this will form responsible adults that can face different situations.
I found the narrative simple but interesting. It made me think about a great deal of things. I would recommend reading it, not only to parents, but to all those who have kids in the family.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

In these times we must support children and adolescents a lot. These are difficult times for everyone, but especially for them. They are the future and one of the most difficult responsibilities for adults is to prepare them for the world.
“How Parents Can Raise Resilient Children” is a very complete guide that helps parents raise children for the world we are living in. Author Frank Dixon teaches us the benefits of raising resilient children. He also teaches us the 7 Cs of Building Resilience, Perseverance and Self-Confidence for kids. I really liked this reading and even though it is a short book, its essence is very powerful.

[Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a young adult, I wonder how parents and the educational system are evolving since I was a child. What captivated me in "How parents can raise resilient children" was the insight I was getting from the parents/educator's side. How their perspective on this topic affects the future thinking children are going to develop. Even though I was hoping to read more about it, I was pleased with the knowledge I got from Frank Dixon's book.

I also like this idea that children have to grow knowing the world is not all butterflies and rainbows, for that reason they need to know how to act when things get tough or plans don't work out as they imagined.

[Artemis · Rating 5 out of 5]

While reading this book that is meant for parents, I found that it could act as a simple guide for gaining resilience, thought that was not the original point of the book. This is a good book for parents to read as the book gives advice to encourage children to explore new interests and how to teach independence along other tips that eventually make your children resilient. I would recommend this book to those who are expecting a child or already has a child, as it really is a great book to read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Cynthia Fogt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Already recommended this book onto other parents

I've never heard of the 7c of resilience. Now I have, and I wish I had known about teaching my older children how to navigate this crazy world when they were young. I've already started working with my youngest son and I'm seeing more confidence already. I cannot recommend this book enough. It's worth every penny and then some. It's very easy to read and to implement new strategies with your child is easy enough to be subtle.

[Jodi · Rating 3 out of 5]

While this book had many good suggestions, most of which I have encountered in other books about parenting, I felt that the specific strategies, situations, and examples were lacking. It felt like one big theoretical piece of advice about how to be a perfect person/parent and model all of the things we want to see in our kids. Not incredibly helpful - maybe especially as we continue to struggle through the isolation and unique challenges of a pandemic.

[Kate Laird · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay but mostly common sense

This book could really benefit from editing. The tone and word choices were a bit incongruous and gave me the impression the author was not a professional. Additionally, it felt like this was written by someone reflecting on how they were brought up and not on experience raising children. There were good points but sadly a lot was lost in the poor writing and approach.

[Chantell Kraemer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I won this book via a Goodreads giveaway and so glad I did! I will admit my children are both teenagers and I have never actually read a book about parenting before. This book was the perfect length, full of no nonsense principles to apply and just an easy read in my opinion. I was also happy to find out this in book 1 so I can check out more. Thanks again for the book!

[Dila Afiani · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is aimed for people who search for practical and concise guidance that can be immediately applied in day to day basis. I really appreciate it for that. What readers can't expect from this book is, however, an overarching theoretical complexity behind resiliency. Thus, for those resiliency theory veterans out there, some discussions might fall short. That being said, it is still a nice reminder to ground back theory to practice especially within the setting of parenting.

[Danielle LaFee · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has lots of great points to think about and implementation with your children. It's a fast red and very encouraging. It's also short and a quick read, which is nice but limits how much the author can dive into each theme.

[Kellyanne Higgins · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a short, broad overview of concepts vital for building resilience in children. I would have liked to have seen more, including more specific strategies. I appreciate how it’s written in layperson’s terms.

[Sweet-Unicorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is "how parents can raise resilient children", book 1. It was an interesting read and worth checking out if you are raising children. Also, do note, there is a link to a free bonus download within. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Megan Avelar · Rating 2 out of 5]

If you have no knowledge on child psychology and are really struggling, this is a great place to start. Otherwise this felt like a cheesy high-school essay someone did for their home-ec class. Super short read so nothing to lose either way

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple, sweet, effective

A quick, direct read on how to cultivate resilience. A good overview with a few practical examples. Definitely a reread.

[oohlalabooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is easy to read and understand. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for a copy.

[Rob The Reader · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book by Frank Dixon is a very no-nonsense practical guide to how to understand what needs to be done to raise tough, hardy children. In these uncertain times of economic, socio-political and medical strife, having children who can bounce back and weather the storm is not only useful, it’s necessary.

Dixon tackles many of the common concerns associated with child-rearing, including helicopter parenting, empty praise, lack of independence, lack of critical skills, and most importantly, not allowing children to make mistakes. One of the most illuminating discussions Dixon asks you to have with yourself revolves around the cause-and-effect loop that grows between exhausted parents who are anxious for their child to get the right answer to any problem, and the confused child, who becomes anxious when they aren’t given a chance to learn from their mistakes, because their parent isn’t letting them make any. Dixon postulates that the learning acquired from making mistakes is invaluable.

While this is a very general book, filled with lots of anecdotal advice, it isn’t an overall comprehensive examination of resiliency in children. I would have appreciated more scientific study to back up his claims, but the common-sense approach did make the book easily digestible.

[Rachel Kester · Rating 4 out of 5]

Do you want to help your kids become strong and independent adults? If so, this book by Frank Dixon is something to check out.

Dixon describes the hardships of parenting, but also its joys. However, one of the toughest things for parents to learn is how to help their kids when their natural curiosity gets the best of them.

Inside, you’ll discover steps you can use to help your kids learn from their mistakes, but also show that you’re always available to help. Dixon created a foundation of seven C’s to do this which this book will go into great detail about. You’ll also find a handful of other useful tips you can implement.

The author brings real-life examples into the book which can help you better identify with what is being said. At 60 pages, it’s not that long of a read making it great for those who want an informative read but who are on a tight schedule.