{"title":"Lea Waters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLea Waters\u003c\/em\u003e is a renowned psychologist and author, celebrated for her insightful contributions to the fields of \u003cstrong\u003eparenting\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efamily dynamics\u003c\/strong\u003e. Her work focuses on the power of harnessing individual strengths, aiming to transform the traditional ways parents approach child-rearing. At the heart of her philosophy lies the belief that focusing on what children do best can significantly enhance their overall development and happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout books, \u003cem\u003eThe Strength Switch\u003c\/em\u003e, embodies this core principle. In this transformative book, Waters provides parents with practical, easy-to-implement strategies to shift from a fixation on problem areas to a strengths-based approach. This not only bolsters the child's self-esteem and motivation but also fosters a nurturing home environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Lea Waters’ collection to embark on a journey towards more empowering and effective parenting strategies. Whether you're looking to improve your child's wellbeing or seeking tools for stronger family relationships, her books offer valuable guidance grounded in psychological research and real-life application.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-strength-switch-by-lea-waters-9781925324426","title":"The Strength Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis game-changing book reveals the extraordinary results of focusing on our children's strengths rather than always trying to correct their weaknesses. By showing us how to throw the 'strength switch', Dr Lea Waters demonstrates how we can help our children build resilience, optimism and achievement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a strength-based scientist for more than 20 years, Waters has seen how this approach enhances self-esteem and energy in both children and teenagers – and how parents find it an exciting and rewarding way to raise them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith many suggestions for specific techniques to interact with your children, Waters demonstrates how to discover their strengths and talents, use positive emotions as a resource, build strong brains, and even how to deal with problem behaviour and talk about difficult situations and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Strength Switch\u003c\/em\u003e will show parents that a small shift can yield enormous results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Practical tips for parents from the wise and wonderful Lea Waters! So many parents, including me, struggle to translate scientific research into real-world strategies. This terrific book not only helps us understand ourselves and our children better but also makes that understanding actionable!\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Angela Duckworth, PhD, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eGrit\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363162734828,"sku":"9781925324426","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13569593482873.jpg?v=1772917665"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lea-waters.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}