New Releases by Henry Cloud

Stop Breathe Listen Be Still In a world that moves too fast and places little value on quiet times, the practice of contemplative prayer offers rest to your soul and invites God''s presence into your life. This thoughtful book, inspired by the best-selling DVD of the same name, invites you into the joy and peace that can be found in the age-old practice of contemplative prayer and features writings from some of today''s most highly respected authors and speakers, including: • Max Lucado • Dr. Henry Cloud • Philip Yancey • Michelle McKinney Hammond • Richard Foster • Dallas Willard • Dr. Calvin Miller • Ken Gire In these pages you will be introduced to the practice of lectio divina, which simply means "sacred reading." Using Scripture and silence, you will learn to invite God''s presence and direction into your life through the thirty-one meditations in this beautifully illustrated book. You don''t have to be a scholar or a saint to experience contemplative prayer or enjoy God''s divine companionship. As you walk through these thirty-one days, you will grow daily into a deeper, more satisfying prayer life with God. Open the book. Be still. Find rest for your soul. Compiled by Amy and Judge Reinhold.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

When to say yes, when to say no, to help your children gain control of their lives.

When to say yes, when to say no, to help your children gain control of their lives.

A practical handbook on positive confrontation by the authors of the award-winning and best-selling Boundaries Successful people confront well. They know that setting healthy boundaries improves relationships. They have discovered that uncomfortable---even dangerous---situations can often be avoided or resolved through direct conversation. But most of us don''t know how to go about having difficult conversations. We see confrontation as scary or adversarial. We''re afraid to ask a boss for a raise or talk to a relative about a drinking problem, or even address a relational conflict with a spouse or someone we are dating. In Boundaries Face to Face authors Cloud and Townsend take the principles from their best-selling book Boundaries and apply them to a variety of the most common difficult situations and relationships. * Explains why confrontation is essential in all arenas of life * Shows how healthy confrontation can improve relationships * Presents the essentials of a good boundary-setting conversation * Provides tips on how to prepare for the conversation * Shows how to tell people what you want, how to stop bad behavior, and how to deal with counterattack * Gives actual examples of conversations to have with your spouse, your date, your kids, your coworker, your boss, your parents, and more From the Book Sometimes people get confused in a confrontation because the other person gets them off track. If that happens, remember this formula. Empathize with their feelings or position, and return to your issue. Here''s an example. Joe: ''I can''t believe you were offended by my comments. You joke around more than anyone here. That''s pretty hypocritical.'' You: ''I understand it''s hard for you to see, and I''m glad you meant it as a joke and weren''t trying to be hurtful. What I''m telling you, though, and what I don''t want you to miss, is how it affected me. It hurt me and I don''t want to be talked to like that.''

A 6 session curriculum on creating character in children.

Summary of discussion at meeting of Pastor Don Williams, PhD, Dr. Henry Cloud, Professor Doug Cook, and Todd Hunter regarding how to handle disciplinary problems involving Christian leaders.

No one has influenced you in the way your mother has. The Mom Factor Workbook helps you identify areas that need reshaping, make choices for personal change, and establish a balanced, mature relationship with your mother today.

Revised and updated from the original, this honest and forthwright look at families of all shapes and sizes will help you down the path of healing (whether you know you need it or whether yo''re just not sure). Unlocking Your Family Patterns combines decade''s worth of counseling wisdom and pastoral care insights into this one practical resource. Your past may hurt, and your family''s patterns may have left emotional scars, but your future has not been laid in stone yet. There is hope for healing, there are lessons to learn, and there are paths toward family health. Using clinical, biblical and practical examples to help you uncover the patterns your family has lived in, this book might lead you toward the family u-turn you''ve been looking for.