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A thoughtful and refreshing take on mindful parenting.

A more compassionate and understanding world begins with raising children who embody kindness and empathy. *Raising Good Humans* provides practical, effective strategies to help parents move beyond reactive habits and cultivate cooperation, confidence, and compassion in their children.

Parenting is challenging—whether you’re rushing to get out the door, persuading your child to eat their vegetables, or navigating a full-scale meltdown in a crowded store. In stressful moments, many parents instinctively react—often by yelling—rather than responding with intention. But what if those difficult moments could be handled with greater awareness and calm? What if, instead of reacting automatically, you could pause, stay collected, and navigate parenting challenges with thoughtfulness and grace?

This book offers powerful mindfulness techniques to manage stress and regulate emotions when parenting becomes overwhelming. It also introduces tools for fostering respectful communication, resolving conflicts effectively, and listening reflectively. By exploring and understanding your own automatic reactions—often shaped by the parenting you received—you’ll gain insight into inherited patterns of behavior and learn how to respond to your child in a more constructive, thoughtful way.

When children witness their parents modeling patience and kindness, they naturally adopt those same qualities, creating the foundation for a more compassionate future. By shifting your habitual reactions, you’re not only positively impacting your child’s emotional well-being but also influencing generations to come.

This essential guide is a must-read for parents looking to build a more peaceful and understanding family dynamic.

“To raise the children we hope to raise, we have to learn to become the person we hoped to be…. This wonderful book will help you handle the ride.” —KJ Dell’Antonia, author of *How to Be a Happier Parent*

“Hunter Clarke-Fields shares her wisdom and personal experience to help parents create peaceful families.” —Joanna Faber and Julie King, coauthors of *How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen*