My Mother's Rules: A Practical Guide to Becoming an Emotional Genius
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| Rating | : | 4.85 (764 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1932841229 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-09-05 |
| Language | : | English |
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And while the stories of Toler's upbringing have their merit, the book's strength lies in the sober, no-nonsense advice: "The Peanut Gallery Rule" asks whether "you would still be doing what you're doing if other folks could see," while Toler's suggestion to "Globalize Your Pain Quotient" makes most quotidian frustrations seem petty. . From Publishers Weekly Easy-reading prose and a no-nonsense approach will carry readers through this collection of anecdotes and rules for healthier living from first time author and Divorce Court star/judge Toler. All rights reserved. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. As the title implies, Toler draws heavily on lessons learned from her mother, some of which, such as the revelation that Toler's mother "lies, both often and well, if she feels the truth will get in someone
Toler shows how the mindset of a black woman who knew how to make things work” taught her the power of knowing how to manage one’s emotional businesslessons that this book offers in wrenching stories written in spare and graceful prose. Toler credits her mother’s rules” for life a life that saw her grow up the daughter of a poor teen mother and endure a husband who suffered mental illness and alcoholism with providing the grounding for her own success and happiness. My Mother’s Rules is an unforgettable book that will captivate readers with its illustrations of how to rise abo
. Lynn Toler received her BA from Harvard and her JD from the University of Pennsylvania before spending ten years as a practicing attorney, and then seven years as administrative judge of Cleveland Heights Municipal Court. In 2001, she hosted the TV show Power of Attorney, and beginning September 2006, she is the n
Fascinating read! The 5 stars are for the anecdotal stories teamed with practical advice for managing your emotions. I especially enjoyed learning about Judge Lynn's childhood and the challenges shes persevered through. An inspirational story with useful life lessons, loved it!. "Inspiring and Courageous Book" according to S. Robertson. This book is a must have. This is the best book that I have read this summer(and I do a lot of reading), and is is certainly on my Top 10 for the year. I found Judge Tolers Mother's rules applicable and sensible. I applauad her, her mother, her father, and her sister for their strengths and even their weakness. I have alw. Amazon Customer said Excellent book!. Love this book. Honest and cuts right to the chase. Work your emotions like a job.bravo Judge Lynn Toler!