Zen and the art of raising children to make peace in the world . . .
In this wise and insightful volume, Charlotte Kasl applies her signature
blend of spiritual guidelines, exercises, and practical advice to a
stage of life that leaves many of us searching for answers. If the
Buddha Had Kids draws from Buddhist, Quaker, and other spiritual
traditions to help parents raise children who value cooperation,
compassion, and understanding, emphasizing that finding peace within a
family is the first step toward creating a peaceful world.
Beginning with creating a healthy bond with your child and moving
through all stages of life, encouraging empathy, respect, fascination,
and curiosity, Kasl explores the spiritual journey of parenting. She
also draws on her decades of experience as a healer and practicing
psychotherapist to tackle very practical concerns such as the roles of
electronics, money, sexuality, and education, and what it means to find
one's voice.
This lively book promises to bring inspiration, humor, and wisdom to the
joys and struggles of raising children in our contemporary world, and
will serve as an enlightening companion for all moms and dads.