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Hello, Cruel World!
Book • 2025
In 'Hello, Cruel World', Melinda Wenner Moyer addresses the anxieties of modern parenting and provides practical, research-based advice for raising children who can thrive in a complex world.
The book explores various aspects of child development, including mental health, technology use, and substance use.
Moyer emphasizes the importance of building resilience and self-compassion in children, encouraging parents to allow their kids to experience discomfort and develop coping skills.
She challenges common misconceptions about parenting and offers a balanced perspective on issues such as social media and academic pressure.
By integrating scientific evidence with real-world examples, the book aims to empower parents to make informed decisions and foster their children's well-being.
The book explores various aspects of child development, including mental health, technology use, and substance use.
Moyer emphasizes the importance of building resilience and self-compassion in children, encouraging parents to allow their kids to experience discomfort and develop coping skills.
She challenges common misconceptions about parenting and offers a balanced perspective on issues such as social media and academic pressure.
By integrating scientific evidence with real-world examples, the book aims to empower parents to make informed decisions and foster their children's well-being.
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Mentioned by Aliza Pressman as a new book that touches on themes related to technology, self-compassion, substance use, and resilience.

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Terrifying Times, Terrific Kids: What Actually Helps with New York Times Bestselling Author Melinda Wenner Moyer
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