Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Insights into Parenting – Philosophies on developing mentally and emotionally strong children
John Rosemond has worked with families, children, and parents since 1971 in the field of psychology. In 1971, John earned his masters in psychology from Western Illinois University and was elected to the Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society. In 1999, his alma mater conferred upon John the Distinguished Alumni Award, given only once per year. Upon acceptance, he gave the commencement address.
From 1971-1979, he worked as a psychologist in Illinois and North Carolina and directed several mental-health programs for children.
From 1980-1990. John was in full-time practice as a psychologist specializing in families, parents and children with Piedmont Psychological Associates in Gastonia. He remains licensed as a psychologist in North Carolina.
Presently, his time is devoted to speaking and writing. John is syndicated in approximately 225 newspapers nationwide. He has written eighteen best-selling parenting books. He is also one of America’s busiest and most popular speakers and most certainly the busiest and most popular in his field. He’s known for his sound advice, humor and easy, relaxed, engaging style.
In the past few years, John has appeared on numerous national television programs including 20/20, Good Morning America, The View, The Today Show, CNN, and CBS Later Today, as well as numerous print interviews.
All of his professional accomplishments aside, John is quick to remind folks that his real qualifications are that he’s been married to the same woman for over fifty years, is the father of two successful adults, and the grandfather of seven children…make that seven well-behaved grandchildren.
He is the author of over a dozen books on childrearing, a widely syndicated columnist, a sought after speaker and by some measure: “America’s Most Widely Read Parenting Expert.” Some of the book titles include: “The Bible Parenting Code,” “The Well-Behaved Child,” and
“Parenting By The Book.”
John is syndicated in approximately 225 newspapers nationwide and has the longest
running continuous newspaper column, for a record breaking 45 years.
Insights into Parenting Topics:
In this interview, John walks through his philosophy of parenting and childrearing.
Topics that John talks about
- HIs background and journey to becoming and expert in the field of child psychology
- John talks about where child psychology research started to move contrary to his philosophy
- How we address “feelings” in children today as opposed to times in the past and the consequences of an over-emphasis on a child’s emotional state
- The difference between empirical medical science and social science research
- Contrasting the Biblical view of the self with the self-esteem movement view
- Friendship vs. leadership in parenting – what is a parent’s role with their child(ren)?
- Top tips for parents on parenting their children for their child’s health and wellness
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Best,
Resources:
- John’s Podcast – Because I Said So!
- Parent Guru Website
- John’s Website
- 52 Essential Skills for Success in Business and Life Article and Assessment
- John on Linkedin
- John on Facebook
- John on Instagram
- John on Twitter
Get our FREE Cheat Sheet on How to Start a Difficult Conversation
- Enrich your personal relationships
- Improve your communication skills
- Become more assertive in your life
- Overcome fear
- Develop greater self-confidence
