“3. You are not powerless. There is information in this book to help you understand your spirited child. You can read it… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Books Copy Share Image
“WHILE EACH SPIRITED CHILD IS UNIQUE, most are more intense, persistent, sensitive, perceptive, and uncomfortable with change. Many, but not all, possess… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Change Copy Share Image
“3. SENSITIVITY: Keenly aware, spirited kids quickly respond to the slightest noises, smells, lights, textures, or changes in mood. They are easily… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Family gathering Copy Share Image
“5. ADAPTABILITY: Spirited children are uncomfortable with change. They hate surprises and do not shift easily from one activity or idea to… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Adapting to change Copy Share Image
“7. ENERGY: The tales of spirited kids I hear from parents are truly amazing, like that of the two-week old baby that… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
“Ultimately we want the children to catch their growing intensity themselves, to rely on their inner control rather than our control. By… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
“Managed well, intensity adds flavor and excitement to our lives. It’s the trait that allows our spirited children to be animated, vivacious,… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
“Children learn best from the adults they love. They watch carefully to see how you handle your strong emotions. Most of us,… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
“Today temperament continues to be a major focus of researchers in the fields of psychology, anthropology, physiology, and neurobiology. While they agree… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Psychology Copy Share Image
“Using Words Learning to express their potent reactions in words rather than in actions is critical for spirited children. If they can… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
“1. INTENSITY: The loud, dramatic spirited children are the easiest to spot. They don’t cry; they shriek. They’re noisy when they play,… — Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Children Copy Share Image
