How to Hug a Hedgehog: 12 Keys for Connecting with Teens

by Brad Wilcox, Jerrick Robbins

Overview

A teen’s job is to be difficult and most do it really, really well. But what about you? You want to hug that hedgehog, right? But you don’t want to get hurt. No problem. With entertaining stories and 12 principles that open the cages, unlock the doors, gently tear down those walls, and get you talking, How to Hug a Hedgehog explores everything from communication to what you might have missed on the teen “warning label.”

Wilcox and Robbins help you face your worst fears, effectively handle pressure and stress, and answer the hardest question of all: “What happens if I fail?”

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781939629197
Publisher:	Familius
Publication date:	10/07/2014
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Brad Wilcox is an associate professor at Brigham Young University where he also works with such programs as Especially for Youth and Campus Education Week. He is the best-selling author of many books including Tips for Tackling Teenage Troubles and Straight Talk for Parents: What Teenagers Wish They Could Tell You. His children’s picture book, Hip, Hip, Hooray for Annie McRae! was a top finalist for the children’s choice award in Utah.
Jerrick Robbins is the oldest of seven children and has his fair share of experiences that taught him the importance of strengthening the family. He has seen firsthand how families can grow closer together through enduring hardships. His short story, “It’s OK to Cry,” has been published in Lessons from My Parents: 100 Shared Moments that Changed Our Lives.

Table of Contents

• Communication 
• Chapter 1: Hear Them Cry
• Chapter 2: Dismantle the Wall 
• Chapter 3: What’s Not on the Warning Labels
• Chapter 4: Setting Limits Self-Esteem
• Chapter 5: The Importance of Self-Worth
• Chapter 6: Helping Teenagers Feel Good About Themselves
• Chapter 7: May I have this Dance? 
• Chapter 8: Social Acceptance Adversity
• Chapter 9: When All We Can Do is Not Enough
• Chapter 10: Facing Your Worst Fear
• Chapter 11: Dealing With Pressure and Stress
• Chapter 12: What Happens if I Fail?
• Conclusion: “My Opinion Counts”
• Additional Sources

Editorial Reviews

"This book will make a difference. The suggestions are doable and will totally change the way you interact with teens."
- Mark Henshaw, Author of Red Cell and Cold Shot

"How to Hug a Hedgehog is relevant, timely and essential for anyone wanting to build positive relationships with teenagers. This book will enrich and transform lives forever."
- Richie Norton, bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something Stupid

"This book is full of hope. It makes something hard seem easy. It is sure to have a positive impact!"
- Sean Covey, author of the international bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

 

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