Growing Up Firstborn: The Pressure and Privilege of Being Number OneWritten specifically for adults who were the first born in their families or their parents, this book uncovers the unique traits of the firstborn and helps them learn how to take advantage of the good and minimize the bad. |
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Page 125
... problems your way , and I agree . He says , " Many people think anxiety , worry , and tension are un- avoidable as long as they're struggling with a problem or a deci- sion . This belief undermines their ability to solve problems and ...
... problems your way , and I agree . He says , " Many people think anxiety , worry , and tension are un- avoidable as long as they're struggling with a problem or a deci- sion . This belief undermines their ability to solve problems and ...
Page 209
... problem exists . Just how common is it for children of alcoholics to wind up following in their parents ' footsteps ... problems faced by children of al- coholics ? Bill says , " I had to grow up too fast . When my parents should have ...
... problem exists . Just how common is it for children of alcoholics to wind up following in their parents ' footsteps ... problems faced by children of al- coholics ? Bill says , " I had to grow up too fast . When my parents should have ...
Page 214
... problem until you admit that the problem exists . The alcoholic will often make excuses for himself : " It's just that I'm under so much pressure at work and I need a few drinks to help me unwind . " In that way he's finding a scapegoat ...
... problem until you admit that the problem exists . The alcoholic will often make excuses for himself : " It's just that I'm under so much pressure at work and I need a few drinks to help me unwind . " In that way he's finding a scapegoat ...
Contents
Its Tough Being the Oldest | 3 |
The High Cost of Being the Oldest | 33 |
How Do I Forgive My Parents? | 54 |
Copyright | |
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