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Becoming an Adult

Advice on Taking Control and Living a Happy, Meaningful Life
By Henry Cloud
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A faith-based instruction manual to help you discover the fulfilling life you were meant to live. In Becoming an Adult, Dr. Henry Cloud—co-author of the bestselling classic Boundaries—focuses on the growth, connections, separations, and choices that everyone must experience to achieve emotional intelligence and health. Dr.... Read More
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A faith-based instruction manual to help you discover the fulfilling life you were meant to live. In Becoming an Adult, Dr. Henry Cloud—co-author of the bestselling classic Boundaries—focuses on the growth, connections, separations, and choices that everyone must experience to achieve emotional intelligence and health. Dr. Cloud, one of today's most trusted voices in the field of mental healthcare, highlights key issues many of us face as we navigate adulthood. With clear, insightful, and easy-to-follow guidelines, Becoming an Adult will enable you to:
  • Address issues of dependency, authority, and boundaries.
  • Reevaluate beliefs, decision-making, and discipline.
  • Learn how to bond with others and strengthen existing relationships.
  • Identify a better sense of self and grow both emotionally and spiritually.
  • Explore how to align your path with your own interests and beliefs.
You can become a healthy, productive, and faithful adult in society. Dr. Cloud will help you get there.

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ISBN: 9780310161165

Publisher: Arotahi Agency

Format: Paperback / softback

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