Cure your kids of the entitlement epidemic so they develop happier, more productive attitudes that will carry them into a successful adulthood.
AMY MCCREADY is the founder of Positive Parenting Solutions, author of If I Have to Tell You One More Time.The Revolutionary Program That Gets Your Kids to Listen Without Nagging, Reminding, or Yelling and a regular parenting contributor for Today. She lives with her husband and two teenage boys in Raleigh, North Carolina
"If there’s one thing parents need to teach their kids—well beyond
getting into college or finding a job—it’s how to be humble,
contributing citizens of the world. If you’re a weary parent trying
to do just that, you’ll find encouragement and practical know-how
in the clear and enjoyable pages of this book.”
—Daniel H. Pink, New York Times-bestselling author of Drive: The
Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
“What a wonderful resource for every parent raising children in
today’s self-absorbed world! A pivotal book for all parents who
struggle with how to teach their children to be compassionate,
empathic, and socially intelligent.”
—Dr. Shefali Tsabary, New York Times bestselling author of The
Conscious Parent
“Insightful. Timely. Helpful. The ‘Me, Me, Me’
Epidemic is an important (and game-changing) read for anyone
raising kids in our 24/7, give-them-whatever-they-want and never
let them experience disappointment, culture. Ready to empower your
kids without making them entitled? For the sake of the children,
read this book.”
—Dr. Jane Nelsen, author and coauthor of the Positive
Discipline series
“Do you cave in to your kids' demands even when you know it's a bad
idea? Do you rescue your kids when they forget things? Do you find
yourself ‘over-contributing’ to your child's school project so he
can meet the deadline? Most parents do these things because they
can't figure out what else to do in the heat of the moment. Amy
McCready shows parents why this kind of parenting raises kids who
don't learn from experience, don't take responsibility, and are no
fun to live with! She describes exactly what parents can do and say
to set appropriate limits and help kids develop resilience.”
—Dr. Laura Markham, author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids
“Every time Amy McCready has been a guest on Today I have found
myself agreeing with absolutely everything she says. She's a
no-nonsense, commonsense communicator, and The “Me, Me, Me”
Epidemic offers parents great wisdom and practical advice.”
—Kathie Lee Gifford
“I’m all for practical life hacks that make parenting easier, less
stressful, and a whole lot more fun—and the strategies Amy McCready
shares in The 'Me, Me, Me' Epidemic are both easy AND
powerful for anyone juggling life and parenthood in today’s
hyper-connected, instant gratification world. This is a must-read
book, no matter the age of your kids. There are as many great tips
in here for teens as there are for toddlers!
—Christine Carter, Ph.D., author of Raising Happiness: 10
Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier
Parents and The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at
Home and Work
“The ‘Me, Me, Me’ Epidemic is probably the most important parenting
book of the decade. Ms. McCready brilliantly helps us turn from
unhealthy parenting to great parenting in a simple, fun and
workable manner.”
—Meg Meeker, M.D., bestselling author of Strong Fathers, Strong
Daughters and cohost of James Dobson's Family Talk radio show
“Amy McCready never fails to share the strategies parents need to
empower their kids, empower themselves, and know that they are
giving their children the very best start in a complicated world.
The ‘Me, Me, Me’ Epidemic is a must-read for every parent who wants
to raise great kids without raising their voice.”
—Michele Borba, Ed.D., educational psychologist and author of The
Big Book of Parenting Solutions
“This book immediately motivated me to stop doing things for my
children that they can do for themselves. My eyes were opened to
the many ways my children could contribute to the family and become
prepared to thrive in the real world.”
—Rachel Macy Stafford, New York Times bestselling author of Hands
Free Mama
“Thank you, Amy McCready, for writing a comprehensive,
entertaining, on-point parenting guide that will become the
dog-eared go-to manual for every parent who wants their child to
become a happy, successful adult. Amy addresses the timeliest of
childrearing challenges head-on, and then gives parents the tools
to navigate through almost any situation with their child. If you
want to strengthen your relationship with your child, and enhance
your child’s true self-confidence and maturity, read this
book.”
—Loni Coombs, author of “You're Perfect” and Other Lies
Parents Tell: The Ugly Truth about Spoiling Your Kids
“Amy McCready has long been one of my parenting heroines. Her keen
sense of what it takes to establish healthy parent-child
relationships and a family that flourishes made her my ‘go-to gal’
when I needed guidance, a different perspective, or a gentle kick
in the fanny to get me parenting at my best again. Amy offers
parents a clear path for raising kids who see themselves as part of
the larger human landscape—not the center of the universe. She
makes it possible for any parent to restore balance and order to
their parenting.”
—Vicki Hoefle, author of The Straight Talk on Parenting: A
No-Nonsense Approach on How to Grow a Grown-Up and Duct
Tape Parenting
"With this book, you’ll be raising a child who will put down his
iPhone and fold the laundry. Amy McCready understands what kids
crave: family belonging. Find out just how capable your kids can
be.”
—Heather Shumaker, author of It's OK Not to
Share and It's OK to Go Up the Slide
“Whether we like it or not, we live in a world of entitled kids of
all ages and economic levels. In this book, Amy McCready offers a
wonderful step-by-step guide on how to un-entitle your kids.”
—Richard and Linda Eyre, New York Times bestselling authors
of The Entitlement Trap
“A smart, wise, and practical book for 21st century
parents, The ‘Me, Me, Me’ Epidemic offers concrete tips
and strategies to develop compassionate, engaged children. Her
recommendations are based on solid psychological principles and a
clear understanding of what children need to thrive.”
—Marilyn Price-Mitchell, PhD, developmental psychologist
“With Amy McCready’s powerful insights and real-world answers, she
shares how to keep entitlement at bay and raise terrific kids who
are happier, healthier, better grounded, and more resilient than
their over-indulged counterparts. This book is a small investment
that will pay great dividends.”
—Farnoosh Torabi, financial strategist and author of Be Money
Smart and When She Makes More: 10 Rules for Breadwinning
Women
“McCready provides step by step strategies for dialing down the
stress and amping up the fun part of parenting. If you want to
raise children that you will enjoy for the rest of your life, buy
this book.”
—Lisa Earle McLeod, leadership expert and author of Leading
with Noble Purpose: How to Create a Tribe of True Believers
“In a very child-centered world, it can be a challenge to raise
kids with realistic expectations of what life will bestow, but this
book proved to me that it’s possible, and that there’s a way of
raising my daughter in a far more loving way that sets her on the
path to a happier childhood and a more successful life. Thank you,
Amy.”
—Faye de Muyshondt, author of Socialsklz :-) for Success: How
to Give Children the Skills They Need to Thrive in the Modern
World
“Entitlement is an epidemic. Amy McCready's book is the perfect
antidote to the problem. She provides clear suggestions and
guidance as to how to combat it, while promoting positivity and
empowering your children. This book is a must-read for all of us
struggling with the ‘me’ generation.”
—Jennifer L. Hartstein, PsyD, author of Princess Recovery: A
How-to Guide to Raising Strong, Empowered Girls Who Can Create
Their Own Happily Ever Afters
"The ‘Me, Me, Me’ Epidemic is a must read for every parent.
As a parenting professional and a parent, Amy McCready knows,
firsthand, the negative effects of entitlement on a family.
Interspersed among realistic anecdotes (you may wonder if she is
listening at the door of your house) Ms. McCready presents a
thoughtful, developmentally based, respectful approach to
detangling yourself and your family from the insidious entitlement
web."
—Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D., psychologist, relationship expert, and
author of Sanity Savers
"McCready covers a wealth of suggestions for helping kids become
un-entitled, along with scripts parents can use and ideas for
various ages from pre-school to teen. This user-friendly guide is
overflowing with practical, creative, and thoughtful
strategies."
—Publishers Weekly
"A guide to stopping the helicoptering, lawn-mowing, and
overindulging that can lead to entitled, self-centered thinking in
children. McCready sorts out the sensible from the nonsense. Given
the competing noise about parenting, this book should be required
reading for parents."
—Kirkus Reviews
Ask a Question About this Product More... |