The Family Game

The Family Game
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Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
Total Pages : 184
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ISBN-10 : 9781788039628
ISBN-13 : 1788039629
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Book Synopsis The Family Game by : Dr Paul Gaffney

Download or read book The Family Game written by Dr Paul Gaffney and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-02-13 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Sport and Psychology Teach Us About Parenting ‘It’s no accident, I think, that tennis uses the language of life. Advantage, service, fault, break, love, the basic elements of tennis are those of everyday existence, because every match is a life in miniature.’ Andre Agassi Dr. Paul Gaffney has used his experience of working as a clinical and counselling psychologist with children, adults and families experiencing a wide range of problems, and with athletes and coaches striving for excellence, to write this book which will outline practical strategies for living better lives together. The book takes its lead from the stories of inspirational sportspeople and teams. These are supported by, and linked to, psychological knowledge and practice. Sport can reflect all that is good and bad in people. We have seen fabulous success achieved following great dedication, world class performances reflecting incredible skill and a win at all costs attitude leading to, in some cases, cheating and doping. In sport as in life, we can experience the entire rollercoaster of emotions: elation, heartbreak, exhaustion, vindication, hopefulness or helplessness. This book aims to help parents and families face up to and deal with 20 difficult questions, and provide clear advice, direction and resources. It will show you practical things you can try and idea for further reading and information to help you and your family.


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