The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read: (And Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)

Philippa Perry

Feb 2020 · Sold by Penguin

About this ebook

More than 1.3 million copies sold worldwide!

“A wonderful book”―Richard Osman

“If you're determinedly not a self-help kind of reader (like me), make an exception for [this book]. And if you're not a parent, don't dismiss it. The message is one of non-judgmental kindness.”―Vogue (London)
 
How can we have better relationships?

In this instant Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of relationships. This is a book for us all. Whether you are interested in understanding how your upbringing has shaped you, looking to handle your child's feelings or wishing to support your partner, you will find indispensable information and realistic tips in these pages. Philippa Perry's sane, sage and judgement-free advice is an essential resource on how to have the best possible relationships with the people who matter to you most.

Ratings and reviews

A lot of it I started putting into practice in my own life 10 years ago when my spousepassed away leaving me alone within 8 month old, I just found there wasn't any time for nonsense or negative thoughts or energy so I had to raise my son on my own for the last 10 years and if I didn't have the propensity to learn most of this stuff on my own this book would have been a lifesaver. And my son is absolutely the most interesting, intelligent and all around great person that I've ever met I don't like to take credit for it but I never spanked him I kept the negative thoughts energy and actions to a minimum and it's bettered both of our lives immensely. Highly recommend if you're struggling.

This book manages to summarize the lessons I didn't know I needed whilst being just dry enough to finish.

sounds like it is a good book I'll take a look at it thanks.

About the author

Philippa Perry has been a psychotherapist for the past twenty years. She is also a freelance writer, and a TV and radio presenter. She has worked on several documentaries, and has also written two other books, Couch Fiction, a Graphic Tale of Psychotherapy and How to Stay Sane. She lives in London with her husband, the artist Grayson Perry, and they have a grown-up daughter, Flo.