Known for her bright smile and ever-present laugh, Beth Perkel is a noticeably happy person. She is also a professional writer, mediator, and teacher, and was a shul rebbetzin for almost a decade. She was first published in national and international magazines by age seventeen, won her first writing award at age eighteen, and had her writing included in a New York Times bestselling book by age nineteen. Perkel’s education in and passion for psychology began during her years at the University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa and conducted funded national and international psychology research. Since then, she has written in-depth articles, stories, and first-person essays for a dozen online and print publications. Her work has been featured in Newsweek Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Mishpacha Magazine, Family First, Aish.com, Times of Israel, The Jewish Press, and in many books. Perkel also loves giving shiurim, cooking Moroccan food, and winning snowball fights. She lives in Chicago with her husband and children.
Batya –
LOVED this book. It taught me so much. Made me laugh, made me cry, was so down to earth and helpful and exactly what I needed right now in my parenting!
Hally Goldstein –
A well written, thoughtful book! A must read for all parents! So many great ideas and well researched. I’m sure I’ll read this book again and again!
Ilana –
This book is beautifully written. It is an easy read, insightful and entertaining while at the same time giving the reader tools, tips, and a clear path with an organized plan to attain the goal of enjoying sometimes difficult process of child rearing. Be prepared to just keep reading, it’s hard to put this book down!!!
Adina Mayer –
This is truly a book that I will keep front and center on my bookshelf to read over and over again. Beth weaves psychology and ancient Torah wisdom together so beautiful adding simple and practical measures to everyday life. I love that each chapter begins with a lifestyle quote and a Judaic quote to bring inspiration before I even dive in. The book contains profound concepts presented so effortlessly that it is a genuine pleasure to read. I took notes while I read and did the exercises she suggested. Only after a week of reading it, I already see the positive impact it’s making in my parenting journey. I will treasure this book as a guide look forward to continuing the beneficial homework at the end of the book.