ZEN PARENTING

Zen Parenting:

The Art of Learning What You Already Know

Zen is a highly useful Buddhist practice for parents. In the midst of the chaos created by children and the constant decision-making it requires-Zen asks parents to slow down, pay attention and learn to laugh. Zen Parenting offers clear guidance in learning to call upon these inner resources-the wisdom that is already there, in the clear essence of life. The book uses examples, humor and easy exercises to demonstrate how Zen principles can be applied to everyday life in order to transform relationships within the family.

ISBN 1-58904-017-1/Robins Lane Press 14875/ $12.95 ORDER NOW!

Reviews for Zen Parenting: "This is a wonderful, lively, practical book which takes the timeless principles of Zen and applies them to everyday parenting so that all can apply them. Beautifully written and conceived, I thoroughly recommend it." --Dr. Brenda Shoshanna, Author, Zen Miracles

"The genius of this book is found in the wisdom of Confucius: 'When we hear, we forget. When we see, we remember. But when we DO, we UNDERSTAND.' This gentle, clear, and powerful book puts us into action to become the best parents we can be. Judith and Jurgen masterfully teach and then let go, giving us the wisdom and tools to grow into the kind of parents who breath confidence, joy, patience, and love into our children. Do more than read this book... LIVE IT!" --Brian Biro, Author, Beyond Success

"If every parent read this eye-opening, insightful book, the world would be a better place." --Aman Motwane, President, The Wisdom Institute and Author, The Power of Wisdom

"The calm philosophy and gentle voice of Zen Parenting will teach parents how to listen to the best experts they'll ever know-themselves-so they can create the kind of family that will suit them best." ---Marguerite Kelly, The Washington Post

"This is just the kind of wisdom I would expect from Judith and Jurgen....simple-yet-profound knowledge." --Gary Johnson, former governor of New Mexico

Expanding Beyond the Book---

WORKSHOPS/ SEMINARS Based on

The Wisdom of Zen Parenting

Parenting with the Zen Spirit -a two-hour lecture, discussion and meditation on how to apply the wisdom of Zen to everyday life. Includes a guided exercise, description of easy to apply Zen concepts and a Q&A period. Cost is $150 + travel expenses.

Zen Parents Have Fun-based on the authors' seven years of publishing a national parenting magazine-this 4-hour workshop (2 hours in the morning, lunch break, then 2 hours in the afternoon) is an exciting adventure into what can be the beauty of tantrums, wakeful nights, attention problems and parenting decisions! It includes a brief look at a Zen practice, guided exercises, lots of discussion and dialogue. Jurgen brings to this workshop his lifetime of Zen study and his wonderful sense of humor. Judith has a background in counseling as an art therapist and will encourage participants to explore new possibilities. Between them they have helped raise eleven children. $500 + travel expenses

Contact the authors/speakers at:: judith@parentingwithspirit.com