"At this very moment, through no fault of their own, our boys are caught in the vortex of four powerful, insidious, often invisible forces which conspire to rob them of their future." We medicate, discipline, suspend and expel our boys from school at quadruple the rate of girls. We let double the number of boys drop out of high school than girls, and of those boys who do graduate, they are far more likely than their sisters to be illiterate, to fail to go to college, or to drop out of college if they do go "SWAGGER" is a wakeup call for parents about the real world our boys inhabit right now, but it offers solutions as well. From how to teach your boy humility (the swagger anti-venom), to "making your home a reading mecca," creating an expectation of college graduation, and how to teach your boy to be critical of the media onslaught in his life, this book is also packed with research-proven, parent-tested, teacher-approved practical solutions, delivered in the author's trademark no-nonsense, often humorous, take-charge voice.
Industry Reviews
""Think "is a real eye-opener. Lisa Bloom brings her extraordinary passion, humor, and intelligence to the important subject of how women and girls can fight being drowned in a sea of pop culture, and lead lives that are fuller, richer, and more connected. "Think "educates, informs, and--thanks to Lisa's wit and sense of humor--keeps us smiling along the way. "Think "is a must-read for all mothers and daughters."--Dr. Phil McGraw, Nationally syndicated television host and #1 "New York Times" bestselling author""Swagger" is essential guidance for any parent of boys. It's brutally honest, meticulously researched, and boldly impassioned. It reveals a truth that is hiding in plain sight all around us, calling for our wisdom and commitment and love. I couldn't put it down."-- Marianne Williamson, "New York Times" bestselling author of "A Return to Love" "Lisa Bloom is a dynamo and her book is as smart, quick, and funny as she is. "Think "paints a clear picture of the power of tabloid culture, inspires personal change, and evokes the desire to make a difference. Best of all, "Think" provides a step-by-step guide on how to rescue ourselves from the belly of the beast. This book is a must-read for girls and women everywhere."--Rory Freedman, #1 "New York Times" bestselling co-author of" Skinny Bitch""Every woman in America needs to read "Think." It made me "think "about how I can become more successful, influential, and compassionate. Lisa Bloom is a leader for our times. Listen to her."--Jane Velez-Mitchell, bestselling author and host of Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell on HLN "Witty, insightful, and practical. "Think "brims with specific ideas to give women more time, happiness, and meaning in our lives. Even if it were not written by my daughter, I'd still recommend this life-changing book to everyone I know."--Gloria Allred, women's and victim's rights attorney, partner Allred, Maroko & Goldberg ""Think "reads like a conversation with that best fr
