Bad Childhood---Good Life: How to Blossom and Thrive in spite of an

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"There is extraordinary quality of spirit that leads one to aspire to conquering rather than surviving. I hope you discover that spirit in yourself.” — Dr. Laura

The #1 national bestselling author and popular syndicated radio host shows men and women that they can have a good life no matter how much they struggled in their childhood. Bad Childhood—Good Life aims to help you accept the truth of the assault on your psyche, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and guide you into a life of more peace and happiness.

For each one of us, there is a connection between our early family experiences and our current behavior. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices—even their emotional reactions—were connected to their early years, playing a major role in their current unhappiness. In this hopeful, practical guide, written in her signature straightforward style and filled with real-life examples, Dr. Laura helps readers realize that no matter what circumstances they come from or currently live in, they are each ultimately responsible for their own actions and reactions as adults. Throughout, she shows the gains to be had by not being satisfied with an identity as a victim, or even as a survivor. Instead she helps readers from all walks of life strive to be the best they can each be—a victor!

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4.0
9 reviews
John Kadow
January 7, 2022
The whole thing is one big ego stroke. Laura doesn't let up on how awesome she is. Each page is filled with examples of how she changed lives in minutes. This book is a therapeutic pez dispenser, with each chapter offering a new sleeve of candy, devoid of any actual nutrients.
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s Newton
October 12, 2015
I really enjoyed this book ...moved me to tears a few times . But also made me realize more about being victim and getting out of that thinking . But a book that I coudktbt truly relate to . Was even more so in awe of this woman after reading she too had difficult relationship with parents . Certainly makes you realize there are many like us out there.
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Adeline Gilliam
June 3, 2016
I think for those who haven't gotten past childhood grief, this book may be very valuable. It repeated the same message over and over, though it's a good message. Take personal responsibility for your life. I wish it went beyond that, and focused more on the part after accepting you are the problem now even if you weren't to begin with. That's the best part, but wasn't much of the book.
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About the author

One of the most popular hosts in radio history—with millions of listeners weekly—Dr. Laura Schlessinger has been offering no-nonsense advice infused with a strong sense of personal responsibility for more than 40 years. Her internationally syndicated radio program is now on SiriusXM Triumph Channel 111, and is streamed on the Internet and podcast. She's a best-selling author of eighteen books, which range from the provocative (New York Times chart topper The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands) to the poignant (children's book Why Do You Love Me?). She's on Instagram and Facebook (with over 1.7 million followers), and her Call of the Day podcast has exceeded one hundred million downloads. She has raised millions for veterans and their families with her boutique, DrLauraDesigns.com, which benefits the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation. Dr. Laura holds a Ph.D. in physiology from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons, and received her post-doctoral certification in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling from the University of Southern California. She was in private practice for 12 years. She has been inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame, received an award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense for her Exceptional Public Service, and was the first woman ever to win the National Association of Broadcasters' prestigious Marconi Award for Network/Syndicated Personality.

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