Barbara Becker Holstein At the Girl Scout meeting in Ocean Township
Barbara Becker Holstein At the Girl Scout meeting in Ocean Township a couple of weeks ago, the girls and their mom’s really enjoyed dividing up into groups and discussing different topics generated by The Truth (I’m a girl, I’m smart and I know everything). I think they most enjoyed issues around moving and also family relationships. Here is what one girl said would most concern her about moving: 1. making new friends, 2. what I would have to leave behind, and 3. getting used to new things.

Welcome Changes Radio host Velma Gallant interviews exciting and dynamic guests such as New York Tim
Being a radio guest of Velma Gallant, the Queen of Joy, was a true treat. She is a marvelous radio host, who knows how to elicit from her guest so much information. I felt like my expertise as a positive psychologist and as an educator was just pouring out of me as we chatted about my book,girl, The Truth (I’m a girl, I’m smart and I know everything). It was a wonderful experience for me. I got to cover so many issues, including parenting, growing up and facing the storm of adolescence, the concept of resiliency and lots more. I even got to talk about about my first book, The Enchanted Self, A Positive Therapy. I’m excited that you can listen to the podcast of our show

CHINESE VERSION OF THE TRUTH (I’M A GIRL, I’M SMART, AND I KNOW EVERYTHING) IS NOW FOR SALE IN C
1. Would you like to tell us a little about yourself, your family, your profession, and where you live in America? I am a psychologist in private practice, licensed to practice in the state of New Jersey, where I live. I am married to another psychologist, Dr. Russell Holstein, and we practice together. I have two grown children. My daughter is married and has three children, so I am a grandma and love it. My son is still single. I live about 1 and ½ hours from New York City. I enjoy visiting New York. It is so alive and there is so much going on all the time. I live near the sea and often walk along the beach. 2. Tell us briefly what this book is about and your pur

Why is The Truth (I’m a girl, I’m smart and I know everything) important reading for Girls and T
The Truth helps girls see that they are not alone, by being able to so easily identify with the ‘girl’ who is sharing her most personal feelings and thoughts with them directly, via diary form. If Mom also reads The Truth and shares more of her thoughts and feelings while also listening to her daughter’s ‘real’ voice, than a family correction will be made and indeed, the girl will be less alone Technorati Tags: communication, daughters,

“What a del...
“What a delightful book! The girl made me smile. I could relate to her on many levels- from her first crush to being picked last for sports. She’s not only funny, she’s insightful. Girls at any age could learn from her.” ~Allie Triggs Technorati Tags: the truth, Tweens