A review by muheb
Hold on to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gabor Maté, Gordon Neufeld

5.0

Definitely the most important book I read this year, and one of the best of all time. I absolutely love and believe in most of the ideas presented in this book.

This is probably the best parenting book I have ever read, a revolutionary interpretation of the role of attachment in the lives of our youngsters and an exploration of the implications of this on our culture and our role as parents.

Neufeld very clearly identifies the underlying problems in our culture that pull our children away from us. Children need to attach to parents, grandparents, and other adults who can help them develop a true sense of self.

I recommend it to anyone with kids of any age, or plans to have them.