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Isabella Viora
I’m an emerging writer. I love reading and writing book reviews. I also learn about relationships and personal mental growth. I share original writings in my daily life, and hope you enjoy my content.
How Do I Stop People Pleasing: Is Your “Kindness” Actually Just Fear Wearing a Nice Smile?
Distinguish genuine kindness and fear-based people-pleasing; simple ways to set boundaries and build self-worth.
Read moreHow to Build Trust With Your Child (What I Learned After Losing It and Having to Earn It Back)
Simple daily ways to rebuild and build trust with kids, including keeping small promises, sincere apologies and validating children’s feelings.
Read moreThe Heaven & Earth Grocery Store Book Review: The Town That Kept Its Secrets Underground
The story goes back decades to the immigrant and Black community who hid a crime to protect a child.
Read moreEverything Is Tuberculosis Book Review: The Boy with the Goofy Smile
Tuberculosis’s history through one Sierra Leone teen’s story. John Green claims we can cure it yet choose not to.
Read moreHow to Parent a Strong-Willed Child (When You’re Completely Drained)
Practical parenting tips for exhausted parents of strong-willed kids, including limited choices, logical consequences and parental self-care.
Read moreYou Are Not So Smart Book Review: Less Ashamed of My Own Stupidity
Uncovers common cognitive biases, breaking overconfidence and helping people view self-judgment with humility.
Read moreAttention-Seeking Behavior in Children: Why Kids Constantly Say “Look at Me”
Kids seeking nonstop attention? Explore common reasons behind this behavior and effective ways to cut down on whining, interruptions and meltdowns.
Read moreLiving With a Strong-Willed 3-Year-Old: What Finally Made Our Days Easier
A strong-willed 3-year-old isn't defying you; they're practicing independence. Offer choices, empathize, and hold calm limits.
Read moreInfluence Book Review: The Classic That Will Ruin Every Sales Pitch Forever
You won't become immune. But you'll finally see how you got played — and that's worth the read.
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