Differently Wired
Raising an Exceptional Child in a Conventional World
by Deborah Reber
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Pub Date Jun 12 2018 | Archive Date Jun 01 2018
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Description
Today millions of kids are stuck in a world that doesn’t embrace who they really are. They are the one in five “differently wired” children with ADHD, dyslexia, giftedness, autism, anxiety, or other neurodifferences, and their challenges are many. And for the parents who love them, the challenges are just as numerous, as they struggle to find the right school, the right support, the right path.
But now there’s hope. Differently Wired is a revolutionary book—weaving together personal stories and a tool kit of expert advice from author Deborah Reber, it’s a how-to, a manifesto, and a reassuring companion for parents who can so often feel that they have no place to turn.
At the heart of Differently Wired are 18 paradigm-shifting ideas—what the author calls “tilts,” which include how to accept and lean in to your role as a parent (#2: Get Out of Isolation and Connect). Deal with the challenges of parenting a differently wired child (#5: Parent from a Place of Possibility Instead of Fear). Support yourself (#11: Let Go of Your Impossible Expectations for Who You “Should” Be as a Parent). And seek community (#18: If It Doesn’t Exist, Create It).
Taken together, it’s a lifesaving program to shift our thinking and actions in a way that not only improves the family dynamic, but also allows children to fully realize their best selves.
“In this generous and urgent book, Deborah Reber lets the light in. She helps parents see that they’re not alone, and even better, delivers a positive action plan that will change lives.”—Seth Godin, author of Linchpin
“Differently Wired will help parents of children who think differently to accept their child for who they are and facilitate their successful development.”—Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures and The Autistic Brain
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781523502127 |
| PRICE | $26.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 288 |
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 436660
A must read for educators and parents of the " differently wired" child!
As an educator turned stay-at-home mom (of my own gifted child), this book was simply screaming to be read. It didn't disappoint one bit. Working from her own experience as a parent to a twice-exceptional son, Reber writes messages of encouragement and support as well as practical tips for everyday life with a child of any exceptionality. Her words are incredibly relavent and necessary in today's world of standardization and conventionality, where children who are different are given no room to be themselves.
As a parent of a two year old much like Reber's own, I found myself simply bawling several times during my reading. With no one in our world who truly understands our son (or our life with him), it's amazing simply to hear that we're not alone. What's more, though, was Reber's encouragement to do exactly what we've always felt led to do in the first place; fight for him, support him, challenge him, wait for him, and "lean in" as much as possible. We've got an extremely gifted child who won't ever fit into the world around him, but it's a huge blessing to be reminded that he won't ever be alone.
I'd add further that I think this is a great read for educators of all types; exceptional children are a part of our world and our classrooms, and working to gain a deeper understanding of them is how we'll begin to changed their realities.
Well written, well researched, and most needed. Thanks Deborah Reber!
Sarai H, Reviewer
I have read so many books about Autism and ADHD that I could throw up medical jargon for a year. I find them all to be the same, depressing and full of selfish parents. This book was a refreshing take on the world of parents of "Differently Wired" kids.
There was hope among the chaos. I felt like I could connect to this mother and I knew all the struggles she was going through, because I had been there too. I don't think the mother asked once, "Why was this happening to me..." but gave the reader a sense that there is an end to all the tough times, you just have to support your child and learn what they need.
I loved this book and would recommend it to any parent of a newly diagnosed differently wired child, or even to those who have been down that path, but need to know that they are not alone.
Received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
Michelle M, Reviewer
Being a parent of a differently wired child,can be challenging,and lonely if you dont have understanding family and friends around you. Reading Deborahs book was so comforting,like having a friend walking with you on your journey. This book also reminds you to celebrate our wonderful children,and to remember to practice self care,I really loved this book and have reccomended it to a few people,and will continue to do so.
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