The Joy of Parenting: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Guide to Effective Parenting in the Early Years

The Joy of Parenting is a guide for overwhelmed parents to develop acceptance and commitment therapy skills to help them handle tantrums, defiance, and emotional upheaval. The book offers practical exercises to help parents handle tantrums with grace, refocus on big-picture values, act compassionately when making mistakes, and adjust parenting as their child moves through typical developmental transitions. It encourages parents to enjoy the rewards and joy of raising a child while overcoming challenges and focusing on long-term goals.