Sarah Napthali Knihy

Raising school children is a radically different experience from tending children under the age of five. With children at school, life is both easier and harder and there are very different challenges on the horizon—mothers are often thinking of going back to work, or juggling work–life balance issues. They are questioning what they want out of life, how they want to interact with the world, and creating new definitions for themselves. Children are more demanding too, asking questions, testing boundaries, and beginning to define themselves as separate from their parents. Sarah Napthali explores the distinct issues arising from this phase of motherhood and how Buddhism can play a role in providing answers and direction, in her usual warm, wise, inclusive, and accessible style.

Focusing on spiritual and mindful parenting, this guide weaves personal narratives with stories from various mothers to illustrate how these practices can enhance openness, attentiveness, and contentment in parenting. It serves as a resource for all mothers, regardless of their spiritual background, to foster deeper connections with their children and cultivate a more fulfilling parenting experience.

The international bestseller which applies Buddhist teachings to the everyday challenges of raising children.