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The One-Minute Father

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The One-Minute Father by Spencer Johnson offers practical and easy-to-follow advice for parents, focusing on three simple techniques that can foster a healthier relationship between parents and children. It teaches how brief moments of praise, discipline, and shared goal-setting can lead to a more harmonious family life.
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This book may appeal to you if you are looking for quick, practical advice on effective parenting techniques that can be applied in just one minute a day. Spencer Johnson provides simple, actionable methods to improve your relationship with your children and foster a supportive family environment.

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The One-Minute Father

Previously unpublished in the UK, this book shows how fathers can balance demands on their time to become the better parents to their children that they want to be and that their children deserve.

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The One-Minute Father by Spencer Johnson delivers a timeless and insightful guide for fathers striving to balance the demands of modern life with the joys and responsibilities of parenthood. Set against the backdrop of today's fast-paced world, where the pressures of professional and personal life often collide, this engaging book reveals practical strategies for becoming the nurturing parent that children not only need but deserve.

With an elegant and accessible writing style, Johnson introduces fathers to key concepts such as One Minute Praisings, One Minute Goals, and One Minute Reprimands. These cornerstone techniques are designed to help children develop self-esteem, learn to appreciate good behaviour, and understand consequences, all while strengthening the father-child bond.

Through a compelling narrative, the book explores the journey of a father who realizes he has been more focused on being a provider than being genuinely present for his children. As he navigates the trials and triumphs of parenting, he discovers how to effectively implement the one-minute techniques, fostering a home environment filled with confidence, happiness, and mutual respect.

The straightforward storytelling method, which has become a hallmark of Johnson's works, resonates deeply with readers, making complex parenting philosophies both accessible and actionable. As with other classics by Blanchard and Johnson, the principles outlined in The One-Minute Father have achieved worldwide acclaim for their simplicity and profound impact.

This essential guide now makes its debut in the UK, offering invaluable advice for modern-day fathers who aspire to be more engaged and nurturing parents. By incorporating these brief yet powerful interactions into daily life, fathers can ensure their children feel valued and understood, laying the foundation for lifelong emotional well-being and strong parent-child relationships.

Whether you are a new father or seeking to improve your parenting skills amidst the hustle and bustle of 21st-century life, The One-Minute Father provides the tools and inspiration needed to transform your approach and create a fulfilling family dynamic.

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The One-Minute Father by Spencer Johnson has been praised for its potential to help parents become more effective. Reviewers, like Tony Curtis, believe it could have made their parenting more impactful, and General David C. Jones notes it would have been invaluable during the busy times of raising children.

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ISBN: 9780007191413

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 August 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins Entertainment

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 88g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Spencer Johnson is an internationally bestselling author whose books help millions of people discover simple truths they can use to have healthier lives with more success and less stress. His many bestsellers include The One Minute Manager (with Ken Blanchard), The One Minute Sales Person, Yes or No and Who Moved My Cheese?

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