When I found this book, I was at a very low point in my parenting journey. I wasn't enjoying being a mom, and I knew that it had to be better than what I was experiencing. Ann Douglas illuminated the reasons I wasn't happy, and there were so many lightning-bolt moments where I realized that I could make simple changes to improve things. After I applied some of the things I learned, I truly became so much happier, and amazingly, my kids did too. Before I felt harried and scattered - now I feel calm and present. Thank you so much Ann Douglas! I found this book at the library, and went on to purchase copies for me and my sister-in-law. In general, the book is positive and hopeful, easy to read, and not preachy or condescending like some other popular parenting books I've read.