We have a strong impulse to protect our children, but this same protection can ultimately handicap them for life. Instead of seeking to rescue them from difficult situations, we must teach our children how to cope with and overcome their problems. In one of his most important books to date, world-renowned psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Kevin Lehman shows how parents can be good listeners, tell the truth even in difficult times, find the balance between protection and overprotection, and treat pain and injustice as a learning experience rather than fostering a victim mentality. And more, whether a child is dealing with a difficult family situation, bullies, the loss of friends, the death of a loved one, discrimination, abuse, or even just trying to make sense of what they see in the news, this book will equip parents to address and learn from all the issues their children encounter.