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1-2-3 Magic
- Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 (6th edition)
- Narrated by: Paul Costanzo
- Length: 7 hrs and 1 min
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Publisher's Summary
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but every family faces challenges that can be frustrating and overwhelming. For more than 25 years, internationally renowned clinical psychologist Thomas W. Phelan's 1-2-3 Magic has helped millions of parents, teachers, and caregivers raise independent, emotionally intelligent children and build happier, healthier families - all through an easy to understand program that you'll swear "works like magic".
1-2-3 Magic helps you discipline and set limits for your children by breaking down the complex task of parenting into straightforward steps. You'll find tools to use in virtually every situation, including advice for common problems such as:
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Parents all over the world have rebooted their families and their lives with 1-2-3 Magic. Learn the effective way to be a better, more loving, and more consistent parent, and start enjoying your child again - today!
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- Amy K.
- 12-17-19
Not for kids with Trauma
This technique initially worked ok however my 2 boys have a significant trauma history and this created additional triggers they didn't need. Now if I do start to count they just freak out. I spoke to our therapist who said it sends the message that big feelings are hard and we don't want you around while you deal with them so go figure it out on your own. This may be more effective for neurotypical kids but once the therapist said that I couldn't think anything else while using the technique.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-23-18
Very helpful in our house
We have one kid who nearly always listens the first time and does well when reasoned with....and one son who doesn’t.
We were frustrated dealing with our younger sons lack of “little adult” understanding. He’s a very normal kid that we were treating differently. Almost immediately when we began using the techniques described in the book, he shaped up.
I’m still learning to talk less and move on but my wife is doing great. We have less stress in the house and everybody seems happier. I would (and do) recommend this book to anybody seeking a better relationship with their children. My kids were 2 1/2 and 4 when we began and they both caught on instantly.
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- A. Bowler
- 05-14-19
Poorly written but with some real wisdom
This book is strangely glib and a little condescending. It's also simplistically written and repeats itself a lot (the first two chapters are almost identical and about how good the book is) and uses strange, specific examples of behavior that often don't sound real and make me wonder what kid the author is thinking of. I can't really put my finger on it exactly but there was a lot I did not connect with in here.
However, a section or two hit me hard and struck a major cord. And my wife and now use a modified version of this system. We had made things way too complicated with our three year old and this book woke us up. So I guess it's a good book and helped in the way it was supposed to.
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- A.H.
- 06-04-17
Extremely helpful
This is a very straightforward book. It was just what we needed to achieve balance with our ADHD son.
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- Les. W.
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Great book for all parents!
I found this book when I asked a family friend that has four amazing teenagers how they raised such great kids. They said they read this book when the first child was very young and continued its teachings with all the kids. I have started the program on our children and it really works like magic. I highly recommend this book to all parents, even those with already great kids. It is more about enjoying your kids than about discipline.
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- novatarian
- 04-12-19
it's like a training animals
I am a preschool teacher. I didn't like the style of this method. I understand that this method would be helpful for children who need strong boundaries and strict guide. But I think there is a great risk of misuse of this method for just raising obedient children. If you don't use this method with respect, children would be harmed. I also didn't like the example of conversations in the book. the conversation sounded very low class. I never use or hear those words at school nor my house.
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- Leila Shams
- 01-01-18
Please listen to this book
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I can't emphasize enough how life changing this book is. I listened to 3 other parenting books on audible, all best selling titles with great reviews. And they seriously screwed me up and made parenting a nightmare. Now it's a joy. I don't have to worry about fights over every little thing and I truly enjoy spending time with my daughter.
What was one of the most memorable moments of 1-2-3 Magic?
I was telling my pediatrician that I was struggling with my 3 year old and she asked if I'd heard of 1-2-3 Magic. She gave a really simple explanation and I tried it, not even correctly, just the counting, and it worked. But I was still in the habit of doing the stuff I'd learned from other books, like explaining myself or not giving consequences (just hugs lol). Once I read the book and stopped all those behaviors the magic really started.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The first few times my daughter didn't listen and I gave her a time-out on 3 it was really upsetting. She was freaking out and I thought "this is what they mean by discipline being cruel". But it really only took following through on my threats 2 or 3 times before she started listening immediately. Maybe my kid is particularly suited for this method but it was nothing short of miraculous. My husband tunes out when I try to explain the method so he hasn't learned it and get frustrated that she "only listens to mommy".
Any additional comments?
It's a little tricky when it comes to "stop behaviors" vs "start behaviors". You're not supposed to use the "1-2-3-consequence" method to get them to do something, its to get them to stop something. To do stuff is supposed to be more of a reward system. But I use the 1-2-3-consequence method for both. Basically a stop behavior like "stop whining about bedtime" is also a start behavior "go to bed". So I'll say "stop whining and go brush your teeth or no book tonight 1-2..." and she's running to the bathroom. I used to explain why she needed to go to bed so she wouldn't be tired or that Santa Claus wasn't going to give her gifts or whatever. I find this coupled with the method of saying you'll be back after you've tucked her in to check on her (or bring her a drink or rub her back or whatever) as long as she's quiet for 5 minutes works wonders. She always falls asleep by the 1st or 2nd visit and has less anxiety about being left alone.
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- Lauren Pace
- 02-18-19
Not a good parenting strategy
It is focused on getting rid of the behavior, but NOT teaching the kids appropriate behaviors. To me it's disrespectful and ineffective.
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- Mark J - Professional Appreciator
- 01-29-17
Really is like magic!
Written with love for children, parents and family above all, which is one of the reasons I enjoyed this book so much. If love and genuine respect are missing then even the best efforts break down. Again, these are the very reasons why I think the advice given in 1-2-3 Magic works so well.
So in addition to solid advice on love and mutual respect between parent and child, the conversation is also entertaining and lively. I found myself not only learning but laughing out loud at some of Dr. Phelan's witty takes on the challenges of parenting.
Most important of all the advice just works. In 1 short week of implementing 123 with my very headstrong 10 yr-old, the results are unmistakable... My 10 yr-old knows who's in charge and even seems to like the transference of power as if inherently knowing all my child ever wanted was the right kind of firm but loving direction. As for how it works on my even younger kids? Magic for the younger kids too.
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- Krista Sonerholm
- 10-17-19
Day 1: Already Effective!
Prior to reading this book, we were counting like normal, 1,2,3, timeout. BUT! We were explaining why he was going into timeout. There was no consistency either. I work from home and watch our almost 2 year old at the same time, making discipline a pain because I'm working. My fiance let's our son get away with a lot and he does not do the disciplining, which again, makes discipline inconsistent.
We started the 1,2,3 discipline used in the book this morning. Our son went to timeout A LOT, but by the end of the day, all I had to say was "that's 1" and he would straighten up. Wooh!
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- Sam Halford
- 04-08-21
Helps a lot!
Very easy to understand, just wish it was structured better for audiobook. I think it's best in conjunction with the book as a companion
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- IATKL
- 11-11-18
IT WORKS!
The book is a must for any parent with a child that is out of control or wants to push the boundrys.. It worked within a matter of hours and continues to work. Nothing to loose, give it a try....
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- Anonymous User
- 06-20-22
highly recommend
Great book with great ideas & strategies. Must read for every parent. It does work!
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- daniel k.
- 03-22-21
Great book but narrator sucks
This is an incredible book, but incredibly irritating to listen to when the narrator has a freakin whistle in his mouth... couldn't finish the book, it's so aggravating that this guy should have received a straight to 3 (timeout) before even started reading the book. Lucky enough I didn't paid for this book as I got it as my free trial for auditable, however if that's the standard for auditable, I'd be canceling my subscription before they charge me.
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- Elle
- 03-16-21
This book changed our lives!
We bought the old version of this book when our son was 3 yrs old and I was pregnant with our 2nd child. Our little boy was a gorgeous child but I was struggling with every daily task like getting out of the house or dealing with supermarket meltdowns. Our son’s behaviour improved after just 10 days of following this programme - and he is now a terrific, well-behaved 12yr old with exceptional academic results. We credit Dr Phelan for some our son’s academic success as the routines we have established early on have served our son and our family to this day. We began using 123 Magic with our daughter when she turned 2 and the programme worked for teaching her!’
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- Skye
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This book may help with neuro typical children but I did not find it very helpful at all for my 4 year old with ADHD
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Too repetitive
I didn’t like how this book was written- lots of great practical examples, but so repetitive.
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This book teaches frustrated, stressed-out parents that selectively ignoring certain behaviors can actually inspire positive changes in their kids. With all the whining, complaining, begging, and negotiating, parenting can seem more like a chore than a pleasure. Dr. Catherine Pearlman, syndicated columnist and one of America's leading parenting experts, has a simple yet revolutionary solution: Ignore it!
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CAUTION!
- By Bryan on 11-28-20
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Positive Discipline Parenting Tools
- The 49 Most Effective Methods to Stop Power Struggles, Build Communication, and Raise Empowered, Capable Kids
- By: Jane Nelsen Ed.D., Mary Nelsen Tamborski, Brad Ainge
- Narrated by: Kimberly Farr, Kathleen McInerney, Fred Sanders
- Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Do you wish there was a way to raise well-behaved children without punishment? Are you afraid the only alternative is being overly indulgent? With Positive Discipline, an encouragement model based on both kindness and firmness, you don't have to choose between these two extremes. Using these 49 Positive Discipline tools honed and perfected after years of real-world research and feedback, you'll be able to work with your children instead of against them.
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Ok info - bad layout for audio book
- By Mommy on 06-19-18
By: Jane Nelsen Ed.D., and others
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Have a New Kid by Friday
- How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days
- By: Dr. Kevin Leman
- Narrated by: William Sarris
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Have a New Kid by Friday shows parents how to reverse negative behavior in their children - fast! With his signature wit and encouragement, Dr. Leman offers hope and real, practical, doable strategies for regaining control and becoming the parents they always wanted to be.
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Great book for parents
- By Eshraq on 07-16-21
By: Dr. Kevin Leman
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If I Have to Tell You One More Time
- The Revolutionary Program That Gets Your Kids to Listen Without Nagging, Reminding, or Yelling
- By: Amy McCready
- Narrated by: Coleen Marlo
- Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
In this invaluable audiobook, Amy McCready, founder of the popular online parenting course Positive Parenting Solutions, presents a nag-and-scream-free program for compassionately yet effectively, correcting your children's bad behavior. McCready draws on Adlerian psychology and Positive Discipline, which focuses on the central idea that every human being has a basic need to feel connected and empowered - children being no exception to the rule.
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Great book, will test
- By Jared on 05-21-15
By: Amy McCready
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Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting
- By: Noël Janis-Norton
- Narrated by: Noël Janis-Norton
- Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Simple strategies for a happier home and more cooperative kids. For children aged 3-13.Finally, a revolutionary programme that gives you simple steps to take the daily battles out of parenting. These strategies resolve one of parents' biggest frustrations: getting your children to listen and do what you ask, the first time you ask. When children are at their best, it is easy to get along with them and enjoy them.
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Great read.
- By J & M on 03-15-17
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Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
- By: Kevin Leman
- Narrated by: Chris Fabry
- Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
We have seen the enemy . . . and they are small. If anyone understands why children behave the way they do, it's psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman. Equipping you with seven principles of Reality Discipline, this father of five shows you how to get kids to do what you want them to do, foil finicky eaters, turn off temper tantrums, and minimize sibling rivalries, use authority and decisiveness to show your kids you're not a pushover, and know when to take the little buzzards by the beak.
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Great for basic advice on keeping your cool
- By Sarah on 06-17-10
By: Kevin Leman
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Ignore It!
- How Selectively Looking the Other Way Can Decrease Behavioral Problems and Increase Parenting Satisfaction
- By: Catherine Pearlman PhD LCSW
- Narrated by: Christine Williams
- Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
This book teaches frustrated, stressed-out parents that selectively ignoring certain behaviors can actually inspire positive changes in their kids. With all the whining, complaining, begging, and negotiating, parenting can seem more like a chore than a pleasure. Dr. Catherine Pearlman, syndicated columnist and one of America's leading parenting experts, has a simple yet revolutionary solution: Ignore it!
-
-
CAUTION!
- By Bryan on 11-28-20
-
Positive Discipline Parenting Tools
- The 49 Most Effective Methods to Stop Power Struggles, Build Communication, and Raise Empowered, Capable Kids
- By: Jane Nelsen Ed.D., Mary Nelsen Tamborski, Brad Ainge
- Narrated by: Kimberly Farr, Kathleen McInerney, Fred Sanders
- Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Do you wish there was a way to raise well-behaved children without punishment? Are you afraid the only alternative is being overly indulgent? With Positive Discipline, an encouragement model based on both kindness and firmness, you don't have to choose between these two extremes. Using these 49 Positive Discipline tools honed and perfected after years of real-world research and feedback, you'll be able to work with your children instead of against them.
-
-
Ok info - bad layout for audio book
- By Mommy on 06-19-18
By: Jane Nelsen Ed.D., and others
-
Have a New Kid by Friday
- How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days
- By: Dr. Kevin Leman
- Narrated by: William Sarris
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Have a New Kid by Friday shows parents how to reverse negative behavior in their children - fast! With his signature wit and encouragement, Dr. Leman offers hope and real, practical, doable strategies for regaining control and becoming the parents they always wanted to be.
-
-
Great book for parents
- By Eshraq on 07-16-21
By: Dr. Kevin Leman
-
If I Have to Tell You One More Time
- The Revolutionary Program That Gets Your Kids to Listen Without Nagging, Reminding, or Yelling
- By: Amy McCready
- Narrated by: Coleen Marlo
- Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In this invaluable audiobook, Amy McCready, founder of the popular online parenting course Positive Parenting Solutions, presents a nag-and-scream-free program for compassionately yet effectively, correcting your children's bad behavior. McCready draws on Adlerian psychology and Positive Discipline, which focuses on the central idea that every human being has a basic need to feel connected and empowered - children being no exception to the rule.
-
-
Great book, will test
- By Jared on 05-21-15
By: Amy McCready
-
Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting
- By: Noël Janis-Norton
- Narrated by: Noël Janis-Norton
- Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Simple strategies for a happier home and more cooperative kids. For children aged 3-13.Finally, a revolutionary programme that gives you simple steps to take the daily battles out of parenting. These strategies resolve one of parents' biggest frustrations: getting your children to listen and do what you ask, the first time you ask. When children are at their best, it is easy to get along with them and enjoy them.
-
-
Great read.
- By J & M on 03-15-17
-
Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
- By: Kevin Leman
- Narrated by: Chris Fabry
- Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
We have seen the enemy . . . and they are small. If anyone understands why children behave the way they do, it's psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman. Equipping you with seven principles of Reality Discipline, this father of five shows you how to get kids to do what you want them to do, foil finicky eaters, turn off temper tantrums, and minimize sibling rivalries, use authority and decisiveness to show your kids you're not a pushover, and know when to take the little buzzards by the beak.
-
-
Great for basic advice on keeping your cool
- By Sarah on 06-17-10
By: Kevin Leman