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katinaroberts 's review for:
Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother
by Amy Chua
I was surprised by how much I loved this book. I think that was because I remember watching interviews and hype on T.V., and having a completely different idea of what this book is about than what it actually is about. (Which Chua talks about in the afterword...how this book is meant to be a satirical memoir, not a parenting book).
I found the writing clever and humorous, and found myself prompted to evaluate and re-evaluate many of my parenting "techniques." I think because this wasn't a "parenting" book (where I felt preached to), I was able to just sit back and enjoy listening to her story as a mother while pondering how it related to mine. I also found myself highlighting portions of the book....something I rarely do, and only do when I find things truly interesting. Here are a few of my Highlights:
"One of the worst things you can do for your child's self-esteem is to let them give up. On the flip side, there's nothing better for building confidence than learning you can do something you thought you couldn't."
"...The Chinese believe that the best way to protect their children is by preparing them for the future, letting them see what they're capable of, and arming them with skills, work habits, and inner confidence that no one can ever take away."
"Chinese parenting does not address happiness."
I found the writing clever and humorous, and found myself prompted to evaluate and re-evaluate many of my parenting "techniques." I think because this wasn't a "parenting" book (where I felt preached to), I was able to just sit back and enjoy listening to her story as a mother while pondering how it related to mine. I also found myself highlighting portions of the book....something I rarely do, and only do when I find things truly interesting. Here are a few of my Highlights:
"One of the worst things you can do for your child's self-esteem is to let them give up. On the flip side, there's nothing better for building confidence than learning you can do something you thought you couldn't."
"...The Chinese believe that the best way to protect their children is by preparing them for the future, letting them see what they're capable of, and arming them with skills, work habits, and inner confidence that no one can ever take away."
"Chinese parenting does not address happiness."