New Releases by Henry Cloud

Algunas personas sienten hambre espiritual; sin embargo, algo les impide satisfacerla. Las objeciones las atormentan. Las dudas se burlan de ellas. Sus corazones quieren volar hacia Dios, pero su inteligencia las mantiene en tierra firme. Lee Strobel empezó como un ateo, completamente convencido de que Dios no creó a las personas, sino que estas lo crearon a él en un esfuerzo por explicar lo desconocido y atenuar su temor a la muerte. En El caso de Cristo, Strobel describió su estudio de casi dos años de evidencia histórica que lo condujo al veredicto de que Dios en verdad existe y que Jesús es su único Hijo. No obstante, todavía luchaba con objeciones agobiantes, preocupaciones por asuntos llenos de emoción que dañaban a muchos que de otra manera abrazarían la fe. No se trataba de simples problemas teóricos, históricos o intelectuales. Las cuestiones que molestaban a Strobel estaban llenas de impacto emocional. Existen los tipos de enigmas que pueden detener, y lo hacen, a las personas en su camino cuando consideran convertirse en cristianos. En El caso de la fe, Lee Strobel sondea las preguntas más espinosas, a las que llama Las ocho grandes, que incluyen: Si hay un Dios amoroso, ¿por qué gime este mundo bajo tanto sufrimiento y maldad? Si en verdad Dios creó el universo, ¿por qué la ciencia obliga a tantos a concluir que la evolución responde por la vida? Si Dios es el supremo supervisor de la iglesia, ¿por qué esta ha tenido tanta hipocresía y brutalidad a través de las diferentes edades? Si en verdad a Dios le importan las personas que creó, ¿cómo envía a tantas de ellas a una eternidad de tortura en el infierno solo porque no creyeron en las debidas cosas acerca de él? Como experimentado periodista educado en la Facultad de Leyes de Yale, Strobel busca metódicamente los puntos a favor y hace preguntas audaces que cualquiera quisiera hacer y que le carcomen por dentro. Preguntas que construyen o destruyen la fe cristiana. Se niega a contemporizar o a dar clichés con elocuentes respuestas. Por el contrario, junta los hechos difíciles a través de entrevistas con nueve de los más prestigiosos eruditos y expertos. ¿El resultado? Respuestas sólidas, convincentes, fascinantes y sabias a sus preguntas más profundas. El caso de la fe le encaminará hacia una fe renovada y restaurada… o hacia su descubrimiento.

Este libro te ayudará a comprender los puntos de fricción o las serias heridas y traiciones que han existido en tu matrimonio, y a ir más allá de ellas mediante el cuidado mutuo, el respeto, el consuelo y la intimidad que ambos desean.

From the very beginning, you relied on her for things no one else could give you. How she met those needs -- or didn''t meet them -- affected you daily as a child. And still affects you profoundly as an adult. For every son or daughter who wonders if things should have been different . . . for every man or woman who wonders if they still couldn''t be . . . here''s a life-changing look at The Mom Factor. She shaped you in ways that would surprise you both. No one has influenced the person you are today like your mother. The way she handled your needs as a child has shaped your worldview, your relationships, your marriage, your career, your self-image -- your life. How can you identify areas that need reshaping, make positive choices for personal change, and establish a balanced, mature relationship with Mom today? In The Mom Factor, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend steer you down a path of discovery and growth beyond the effects of six common mothering styles: -The Phantom Mom -The China-Doll Mom -The Controlling Mom -The Trophy Mom -The Still-the-Boss Mom -The American-Express Mom -- Cloud and Townsend show you how your mom affected you as a child and may still be affecting you today. You’ll find a hopeful, realistic, and empowering approach to identifying your unmet mothering needs and filling them in healthy, life-changing ways through other people. This encouraging book doesn’t just help you understand areas in your life that need change and strengthening -- it helps you apply your discoveries to attain new freedom and joy in living, and an increased ability to give and receive love. The Mom Factor is a biblical, highly practical route to wholeness and growth, deeper and more satisfying bonds with your family, friends, and spouse -- and a new, healthier way of relating to your mother today.

What does it take to raise great kids? If you''ve read any books on parenting, conflicting opinions have probably left you feeling confused. Get tough! Show acceptance. Lay down the rules. Lighten up, already! There''s got to be a balance--and there is. Joining their expertise with the wisdom of MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers), Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend help you provide both the care and acceptance that make grace real to your child, and the firmness and discipline that give direction. Avoiding the twin extremes of permissiveness and over-control, Drs. Cloud and Townsend show how you can help your child cultivate six necessary character traits: attachment, responsibility, reality, competence, morality, and worship/spiritual life. At last, here is an effective middle ground for raising up children who will handle life with maturity and wisdom. Raising Great Kids will help you equip your son or daughter to accept life''s responsibilities, grow from its challenges, and freely and fully explore all that it has to offer.

"Beginning with self-examination and setting realistic expectations, the authors explore how couples can nurture and master healthy communication, build trust, and enhance the romance in their marriage"--Provided by publisher.

A practical guide for individuals and groups designed to help readers to live a more rewarding and fulfilling life both at work and throughout their life. This is the companion workbook to the breakout message proclaimed in The One-Life Solution by Dr. Henry Cloud.

A down-to-earth plan to help us recover from the wounds of the past and grow more and more into the image of God. Many of us struggle with anxiety, loneliness, and feelings of inadequacy. We know that God created us in his image, but how can we be loving when we feel burned out? How can we be free when we struggle with addiction? Will we ever enjoy the complete healing God promises? Combining his professional expertise and personal experience, renowned psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud guides us through four basic ways to become joy-filled, mature followers of Christ: Connect more deeply with others Separate from others in healthy ways Understand the good and the bad in ourselves and others Grow into greater emotional and spiritual maturity With fascinating case studies and helpful techniques we can start using immediately, Changes That Heal reminds us that God promises to complete his good work in us. Workbook and Spanish edition also available.

Safe People will help you discover why good people can get tangled in bad relationships, how to avoid repeating your own mistakes, and how to pick safe, healthy people for the friends you make and the company you keep. Too many of us have invested in relationships that have gone wrong. Maybe you''ve been judged, manipulated, or controlled. Or maybe you''ve trusted the wrong people in the past. It''s easy to make the same mistakes of judgment over and over--or, worse, to give up on trying to have great, authentic relationships again. But it doesn''t have to be that way. In Safe People, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend teach you that being with an unsafe person can be damaging to your confidence, your trust in others, and even your health. You''ll learn that you have the power to surround yourself with accepting, honest, and safe people who draw you closer to being the person God intended you to be. Drs. Cloud and Townsend, authors of the New York Times bestseller Boundaries, are here to share the lessons they''ve learned in their years of practicing psychology and studying the patterns and practices that support clear, biblical boundaries. In Safe People, they offer guidance for making safe choices in all of your day-to-day relationships, from family and friends to colleagues and partners. Safe People will give you the tools you need to recognize what makes people relationally safe, form positive relationships, and even become a safe person along the way. Drs. Cloud and Townsend share expert insights that will help you ask important questions: How can I learn to pick better friends? Why do I choose people who let me down? How did I end up with this critical boss? How do I attract irresponsible people? Why did I invest money with that unscrupulous person? What is it about me that draws the wrong types of people to me? Why am I drawn to the wrong types of people? It''s time to revitalize your connections and finally start enjoying the healthy, balanced relationships that you deserve.

Insights for romance to help you grow in freedom, honesty, and self-control as you pursue healthy dating limits that can lead to a happy marriage. How do you set smart limits on your physical relationship? How much do you get involved financially? And how do you know if you''ve found your future spouse? Dating can be fun, but it''s not always easy to navigate the questions and intricacies along the way. In Boundaries in Dating, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, counselors and authors of the New York Times bestseller Boundaries, share their practical advice for adding healthy boundaries to your dating life. Full of insightful, real-life examples, this book will give you the tools you need to: Recognize and choose quality over perfection in a dating partner. Prioritize friendship within your relationship. Preserve friendships by separating between platonic relationships and romantic interest. Move past denial to handle real relational problems in a realistic and hopeful way. Enjoy this season of life. Boundaries in Dating unfolds a wise, biblical path to developing self-control, freedom, and intimacy. Let Drs. Cloud and Townsend help you get to know yourself, solve problems, and enjoy the journey of dating and finding your life partner.

En Integridad, el Dr. Cloud analiza los seis atributos del carácter que definen la integridad. El autor recurre a historias de conocidos líderes del mundo de los negocios, como Michael Dell, y figuras del deporte como Tiger Woods para ilustrar cada uno de estos atributos. El Dr. Cloud describe a la persona íntegra como alguien que:Logra establecer relaciones de confianza con los demásTiende a ser realista Lleva sus proyectos a buen términoNo se deja intimidar por lo negativoTiende al crecimiento Entiende la dimensión trascendenteEl éxito no depende exclusivamente del talento o la capacidad intelectual. Existen muchas personas brillantes y talentosas que nunca llegan a tener éxito. A la vez, las personas más exitosos no siempre son las más talentosas. El factor fundamental, según lo demuestra Cloud, es el carácter de la persona. Todos podemos cultivar esos atributos del carácter que dan como resultado relaciones provechosas y nos permiten concretar nuestro propósito, misión y objetivos. La integridad no es una cualidad que se tiene o no se tiene, sino un apasionante camino de crecimiento que todos podemos transitar y disfrutar.

Learn how setting healthy boundaries in your marriage can strengthen—or even save—your relationship with your spouse. Most marital conflicts are boundary conflicts where one person crosses the lines of responsibility and respect. When couples learn to embrace personal responsibility and to respect each other’s freedom, love is allowed to thrive. Whether you''re happy in your marriage and want to keep growing, or if you''re struggling with increasing disconnection, Boundaries in Marriage will give you the tools you need to: Set and maintain personal boundaries while respecting those of your partner. Understand and practice two key ingredients to a successful marriage: freedom and responsibility. Establish values that form a godly structure and architecture for your marriage. Protect your marriage from different kinds of "intruders." Work with a spouse who is resistant to boundaries. In Boundaries in Marriage, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, counselors and authors of the New York Times bestseller Boundaries, will show you how healthy marriages are marriages with boundaries. They promote love by protecting individuals.

How People Grow reveals why all growth is spiritual growth and how you can grow in ways you never thought possible. Our desire to grow runs deep. Yet the issues in our lives and relationships that we wish would change often stay the same, even with our best efforts at spiritual growth. What does it take to experience increasing strength and depth in our spiritual walk, our marriages and family lives and friendships, our personal development--in everything life is about? And how can we help others move into growth that is profound and lasting? Unpacking the practical and passionate theology that forms the backbone of their counseling, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend shatter popular misconceptions about how God operates to reveal how growth really happens. You''ll discover: What the essential processes are that make people grow. How those processes fit into a biblical understanding of spiritual growth and theology. How spiritual growth and real-life issues are one and the same. What the responsibilities are of pastors, counselors, and others who assist people in growing What your own responsibilities are in your personal growth. Shining focused light on the great doctrines and themes of Christianity, How People Grow helps you understand the Bible in a way that will help you head with confidence down the high road of growth in Christ. Workbook also available.

A practical handbook on positive confrontation, now available in softcover with a discussion guide.Successful people confront well. They know that setting healthy boundaries improves relationships and can solve important problems. They have discovered that uncomfortable situations can be avoided or resolved through direct conversation. But most of us don’t know how to have difficult conversations, and see confrontation as scary or adversarial. Authors Henry Cloud and John Townsend take the principles from their bestselling book, Boundaries, and apply them to a variety of the most common difficult situations and relationships in order to:• Show how healthy confrontation can improve relationships• Present the essentials of a good boundary-setting conversation• Provide tips on preparing for the conversation• Show how to tell people what you want, stop bad behavior, and deal with counterattack• Give actual examples of conversations to have with your spouse, your date, your kids, your coworker, your parents, and more!

The marriage of your dreams is just twenty-one secrets away. In today''s mad-dash world, it''s easy to lose perspective about what matters most, even when it comes to the most important people in our lives. Award-winning authors and psychologists Henry Cloud and John Townsend have teamed up to pack their best relationship principles into an easy-to-read twenty-one-secret program designed for today''s busy people. Each secret reveals life-tested wisdom, biblical principles, and do-it-today action steps on key topics like building trust, cultivating healthy sexual intimacy, establishing realistic expectations, handling conflict, and much more.

Do you feel that if you could get rid of some of the chaos in your work life, you could take your performance to a greater level? Do you stay late at the office many nights, trying to empty an inbox that never seems to diminish? Do you have difficulty dealing with cantankerous bosses or passive-aggressive coworkers? Do you find yourself checking your BlackBerry—almost against your will—during dates, family dinners, or your children''s soccer games? If you''ve answered yes to any of the above, chances are you feel fragmented, pulled in too many directions at once, frustrated. Your work life has taken over your personal life. In The One-Life Solution, Dr. Henry Cloud, consultant, bestselling author of the Boundaries series and Integrity, and clinical psychologist, examines the workplace. He demonstrates how our failure to maintain a unified life with good boundaries at the office not only blurs the line between the professional and the personal, but leaves us less equipped to deal with the problems of today''s workplace: stress, heavy workload, and a blistering pace. As a result, we are overworked, overstressed, and unhappier than ever. Through real-world examples from years of working with leaders at companies large and small, Dr. Cloud shows us how to construct and enforce better boundaries against the technological devices, bullying bosses, and distracting coworkers who invade our time and space. From conducting an audit of your time, to developing a policy of who you are and what you stand for, to learning how to overcome a paralyzing inability to say no, Dr. Cloud provides invaluable strategies and scripts for moving toward a more unified, coherent sense of self and a life that fully encompasses work, family, and spirituality. In a clear, conversational voice, he will help you develop the ability to: contain self-destructive behavior and keep it from spreading. define yourself and know who you are. set limits when needed. communicate effectively. learn how to improve your performance at the office and outside it. By starting to do what''s best for you, you''ll find the key to living the one happy, fulfilling life that only you can live.

Many years of counseling have enabled Dr. Henry Cloud to observe people trying to work out the most important issues of life: relationships, career, fulfillment, meaning, pain, hurt, loss, despair, and addictions. If we sincerely want to "get life right" and quit repeating the same mistakes over and over again, 9 Things You Simply Must Do provides the practical guidance we need to live life to its fullest . . . every moment.

"Eight principles to take responsibility for your life"--Provided by publisher.

God made you to dream - and to fulfill those dreams. Clinical psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud offers a new principle or practice each day to help get you closer to becoming the "you" God created you to be. Packed with the insights enjoyed by thousands of women at Women of Faith''s 2007 God Has a Dream for Your Life Pre-conference event! Begin the journey to making your dreams a reality with 30 Days To Your Dreams. A Women of Faith Exclusive!

In this revolutionary new curriculum, Henry Cloud, Bill Donahue, and John Townsend establish a whole new training paradigm---one that equips leaders and groups simultaneously and gives them everything they need to start and sustain a life-changing group. All it requires is a small group and a DVD player. Four sixty-minute sessions train leaders and group members in the foundational values and practices of becoming a life-changing community. These sixty-minute sessions are the foundations of small groups that include teaching by the authors, creative segments, and activities and discussion time. * The group has the chance to review and learn new group life techniques during the year with Thirteen five-minute coaching segments on topics such as active listening, personal sharing, giving and receiving feedback, prayer, calling out the best in others, and more. Each session includes a mix of three elements: * Teaching by the authors * Creative segments (such as modeling dramas, person-on-the-street interviews, personal stories/testimonies, creative multimedia, etc.) * Small group activities and processing/discussion time The four sessions include: * Session 1 provides a foundational experience that helps group members get excited about the adventure and life-changing power of small group life. Exercises and guided discussions create an initial sense of connection, safety, and most of all, fun! * Session 2 focuses on introducing values, ground rules, and logistical issues. Relationships are deepened through the group''s assessment and discussion of the values most important to them, while exercises facilitate group ownership of these issues. * Session 3 unpacks each of the five key values through in-depth teaching and practical examples. Group members learn that all are responsible for implementing the five values in the life of the group, and they practice applying two of the values during the session (''Be real'' and ''accept one another''). * Session 4 transitions the group to running on its own. Exercises help the group clarify what their focus will be, and what they want to do in their next meeting (the first meeting without the DVD curriculum). This session also provides an inspiring wrap-up for the course that casts vision for what the group can become if it lives out its values. The Life-Changing Power of Group Life DVD and Participants Guide are available separately.

What seems like just a common, no-harm-done excuse - "It''s not my fault!" - is often a dangerous trap, says Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, because people don''t recognize what the blaming mindset does to them. It not only keeps them from overcoming the effects of all that they can''t control - like other people, circumstances and genetics - but separates them from a solution. And when they give away the ownership of their life, they end up losing the one opportunity they have to fulfill their dreams and enjoy God''s best. Using eight principles, a variety of true stories and their years of experience as professional psychologists, Cloud and Townsend enlighten readers on how to make empowering choices - and how to build the life they want to live. It may seem impossible but it''s true: taking personal responsibility is not only liberating, it is the best - and perhaps the only - way for a person to get what they really want out of life.

You''ve been there-confused, discouraged, wondering how to make it better. Maybe you or someone you know is there right now. According to best-selling authors Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, when you find yourself in that place, you are ready to experience God like never before. The eight "life principles" they introduce here will shine light on your problems and reacquaint you with the One you''ve been looking for all along... the One who will make a way for you and show you the steps to take. -- Back cover

The best-selling book God Will Make a Way by Drs. Cloud and Townsend clearly illustrates the often-surprising ways God shows up and addresses our problems in ways we never dreamed possible. This new companion workbook goes even deeper to help readers thrive relationally, emotionally, and spiritually--especially in difficult times.

Why do some leaders get and accomplish what they want as a matter of routine, while others seem to regularly experience frustration and setbacks? Why do some leaders achieve their goals and reach new heights, while others barely "hang in there" and survive? Based on his groundbreaking psychological study of the ways that successful individuals think and behave, Dr. Henry Cloud presents a simple yet profound roadmap to help leaders-and those who want to become leaders-arrive at greater levels of personal growth and corporate influence than they previously thought were possible. The good news for all of us is that leadership success is not limited to vague notions of "charisma" nor traditional advantages like graduate degrees and connections, but much more to a pattern of thinking and moving forward that learns from mistakes and stays focused on goals.

In a mad-dash world filled with long to-do lists and too many commitments, it''s easy for one to lose perspective of what matters most-even with the most important person in one''s life. It gets even more complicated with all of the distractions that seem to keep our attention away from sources of help and renewal. That''s why Cloud & Townsend have teamed up to pack their very best relationship principles in a powerful 21-day program designed for today''s busy couples. Each short chapter has to-the-point wisdom and do-it-today action steps on issues like committing to personal growth, breaking the pattern of trying to change one''s spouse, building-and restoring-trust, cultivating healthy intimacy, establishing realistic expectations, learning to handle conflict without damaging the relationship, and much more.

Integrity. It is more than simple honesty. It''s the key to success. A person with integrity has the -- often rare -- ability to pull everything together, to make it all happen no matter how challenging the circumstances. Drawing on experiences from his work with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and individual leaders, Dr. Henry Cloud, a clinical psychologist and nationally syndicated radio host, shows how our character can keep us from achieving all we want to (or could) be. In Integrity, Dr. Cloud explores the six qualities of character that define integrity. He uses stories from well-known business leaders like Michael Dell and sports figures like Tiger Woods to illustrate each of these qualities. He shows us how people with integrity: Are able to connect with others and build trust Are oriented toward reality Finish well Embrace the negative Are oriented toward increase Have an understanding of the transcendent Success is not related to only talent or brains. There are a lot of bright, talented people who are never successful. And the most successful are not only the ones with the most talent. The real factor, Cloud demonstrates, is the makeup of the person. All of us can grow in the kinds of real character that bring about fruitful relationships and achievement of purpose, mission, and goals. Integrity is not something that you either have or don''t, but instead is an exciting growth path that all of us can engage in and enjoy.

Is your life out of control? Do people take advantage of you? Do you have trouble saying no? Often, we focus so much on being loving and unselfish that we forget our own limits and limitations. Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend offer insights into how to set boundaries with our parents, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, and even ourselves. This sequel to the bestselling Boundaries will empower you to take the initiative in creating relationships that are honest, intimate and fulfilling. It is full of practical advice and step-by-step guidance on confronting difficult people who are controlling, manipulative, irresponsible or even abusive.

Based on the incredible success of the book What to Do When You Don''t Know What to Do, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend offer a line of books that address specific crises and some of the most prevalent problems facing our culture today. These books give readers a starting point to deal with their problems. Beautifully designed in a full-color small format, these books are perfect for giving to a friend in distress.

Nine practical, easy-to-grasp strategies to help readers discover behaviors and responses that successful individuals have in common. Book includes a bonus DVD with a 30-minute presentation of the author, Henry Cloud, speaking on the subject of the book. It also includes a downloadable study guide for the seminar.

The small format book What to Do When You Dont Know What to Do released in January of 2004 has hit a chord with readers selling over 150,000 units in less than one year. Now the best-selling writing team of Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend offer a line of books that address specific crises as they address some of the most prevalent problems facing our culture today. These books give readers a starting point to addressing their problems, and because they are beautifully designed, four-color, small format books, these books are perfect for giving to a friend in distress.

Based on the incredible success of the book What to Do When You Don''t Know What to Do, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend offer a line of books that address specific crises and some of the most prevalent problems facing our culture today. These books give readers a starting point to deal with their problems. Beautifully designed in a full-color small format, these books are perfect for giving to a friend in distress.