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01 Introduction

Lately, many friends ask me to introduce some books about self-improvement and education. Some of them said that it could be hard for them to focus on reading, and asked me for advice. My answer was that you didn’t have to force yourself to do something, you might read whenever you wanted to read. But they said that they were upset sometimes, and wanted to change themselves through reading. Then an idea came into my mind, holding a reading workshop may be a great solution.

The first reason is that I think studying should be comfortable. One cannot make progress if he or she resists something. Additionally, studying alone can be very lonely, but it can be extremely fun if you learn with someone else. Then here comes the question, is reading helpful? If yes, how to make full use of it?

Only if you have a keen observation and concentration, and are able to rethink thoroughly about yourself, can reading improve you indeed. We need to be true to ourselves through reading, that is, we should practice we have learned from reading and make it our own.

Does reading loud or silently really change someone? I don’t think so. The better way is intensive reading as well as experiences. Although I may not be good enough, I want to take this chance to introduce you to the fantastic world of books. I think share generates a better understanding.

During about 3 months, we will read 3 books thoroughly together. We will sit together to discuss your concerns related to education as well as the grow of parents themselves.

02   What will we do and what will you learn in this reading workshop？

We will read one core book and two other books carefully during this period. It’s not just reading, more something that sharing thoughts and experiences. It consists of summarizing the books and expanding the contents. We will have some activities after every class to help you make use of the knowledge you have learned. There will be a specific goal every week for you to achieve. You can choose a partner to enhance your study.

We will enjoy at least two beautiful articles a week together. I will read every feedback carefully and reply as soon as possible. You can also discuss it with others in our group. You will listen to other’s stories, think about yourself, thereby making changes. All in all, you will make improvements with others during the 3 months.

Pleasure, benefits and love are what we pursue during this activity. I wish each of us would find the sense of belonging and the power of making improvements.

03    More details

When: 06/18/2017-09/18/2017

Core book will be discussed every week for 3 months, while the other two books will be discussed every week for one and a half month each.

Every class will last for 45 minutes, the exact time will be post before the class.

Where: WeChat group

How: Voice message + Picture.

Enrollment: Send your application tocd_ljian@163.com(Please state your WeChat account and the age of your child)

We will invite you to our WeChat group once we receive your application.

Attend our online introduction meeting on 06/15/2017 and the first class - “the power of games” on 06/18/2017.

04    Books

Core book: Playful Parenting

Author:   Lawrence J. Cohen

Abstract: Have you ever stepped back to watch what really goes on when your children play? As psychologist Lawrence J. Cohen points out, play is children’s way of exploring the world, communicating deep feelings, getting close to those they care about, working through stressful situations, and simply blowing off steam. That’s why “playful parenting” is so important and so successful in building strong, close bonds between parents and children…

Minor: 1. Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind

Author: Shunryu Suzuki

Abstract: "In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's, there are few." So begins this most beloved of all American Zen books. Seldom has such a small handful of words provided a teaching as rich as has this famous opening line. In a single stroke, the simple sentence cuts through the pervasive tendency students have of getting so close to Zen as to completely miss what it's all about. An instant teaching on the first page. And that's just the beginning…

2.    To be determined.

How children learn (temporarily) – John Holt

05   Self-introduction

              Lily

             A 7-year-old’s mother

             Assistant tutor for QSI age-three class

             “How to talk so kids will listen” Certified lecturer

             “Peaceful parent, happy kids” Certified lecturer

             Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) learner

             Schwabing Education “The way to parents” learner

We will also learn more about positive psychology from “loving what is” and “Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life”. We wish we could grow together in the future.

We need some beliefs,

There is no authority, but company in life,

There is no requirement, but invitation,

There is no right or wrong, just observation,

Wish we could all understand and improve together.

                                           --The End--