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Cracking the Boy Code

How to Understand and Talk with Boys
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Cracking the Boy Code draws on thousands of hours of one-on-one counselling to explain boys' psychological needs and how to communicate effectively with them. The book reveals why understanding non-verbal cues and universal tones is crucial, and offers clear techniques to motivate boys to become their authentic selves. It emphasises building self-esteem, confidence, and closer relationships through purposeful work and stress reduction.
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Ideal for parents, caregivers, teachers, youth workers, and coaches seeking to foster genuine connections with boys and support their emotional development.

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Drawing on thousands of hours of one-on-one counseling, Cracking the Boy Code explains boys' psychological needs and how to use specific, clearly explained techniques for effective communication. Includes the crucial role of non-verbal cues, motivating boys to become their authentic selves and developing esteem and confidence.

Learn the secret language of boys and how to reconnect

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Drawing on thousands of hours of one-on-one counselling, Cracking the Boy Code explains boys' psychological needs and how to use specific, clearly explained techniques for effective communication. It includes the crucial role of non-verbal cues, motivating boys to become their authentic selves, and developing esteem and confidence.

Learn the secret language of boys and how to reconnect

All too quickly, talkative, affectionate young boys seem to slip away. Adolescents may be transformed overnight into reclusive, seemingly impenetrable young people who open up only to their friends and spend more time on devices than with family. How do you penetrate this shell before they are lost to you?

Drawing on decades of experience garnered through thousands of hours of therapy with boys, Cracking the Boy Code explains how the key to communicating with boys is understanding their universal psychological needs and using specific, straightforward communication techniques. Coverage includes:

  • Why it's important to understand the psychological needs of boys
  • How to talk to be heard, and listen to understand
  • The crucial role of non-verbal cues
  • Learning the universal tone that helps boys listen
  • Motivating boys to become their authentic selves
  • Using purposeful work to teach boys self-respect and confidence
  • Reducing stress and creating greater closeness between boys and caregivers

Essential reading for parents, caregivers, teachers, youth workers, coaches, and others who want to make a real connection with the boys in their lives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780865718760

Publisher: New Society Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 May 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: New Society Publishers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 346g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Adam J. Cox at DrAdamCox.com.

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