A theologically approved, and fabulously insightful, illuminating, and entertaining dialogue between two friends: Dr. Ray Guarendi and Rev. Kevin Fete. In this transcript and study guide prepared from the television series of the same name, they explore the common misunderstandings of Catholicism and demystify the history of Christianity. Anything but a dry presentation, these guys have fun with what is typically a dry subject--great stuff for the making of saints. With a mixture of history, doctrine, and fun debate, they mine what is often overlooked. Far from two guys' opinions, the programs quote extensively from Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic church, and writings of the Early Church Fathers. Complements the DVD of the same name.

What Catholics Really Believe: Dispelling the Misunderstandings of Historic Christianity

Dr. Ray Guarendi

Rev. Kevin Fete

Nineveh's Crossing

How do I handle difficult family members?
What do I do if I can't control my emotions?
When do I correct others, and when do I hold my tongue?
Too often we are late in realizing that we mishandled a situation, causing both resentment and frustration. But what if you could approach every situation with the mind of Christ?
Distilled from his decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and a practicing Catholic, Dr. Ray Guarendi, popular radio and TV host, offers here dozens of bite-sized reflections that combine sound spiritual advice with the best of modern psychology.
Dr. Ray will help you address countless daily problems and create a plan of action for your most common troubles. With his trademark frankness and humor, Dr. Ray tackles all the topics that too often bring confusion and heartache, including:
<ul>
<li>What to do when you're easily offended</li>
<li>Common excuses parents make for bad behavior in their children and themselves</li>
<li>The difference between speaking your mind and losing your emotions.</li>
<li>The fine line between being a confident evangelist and being a jerk?</li>
<li>What you should do when emotions overwhelm you?</li>
<li>How to hold your children to high standards without causing resentment</li>
<li>The difference between making an excuse and justifying an action</li>
<li>How to tell people you're angry without being nasty about it.</li>
<li>What true humility is and isn't.</li>
</ul>
Thinking Like Jesus is more than a self-help book. It will place you firmly into the mindset of a disciple of Christ so you can focus your attention on God and, ultimately, what it will take to spend eternity with Him in heaven.

Thinking Like Jesus: The Psychology of a Faithful Disciple

Self-Help

EWTN Publishing, Inc.

From raunchy television shows to immoral peers, the barriers to raising moral and mature children are higher and more treacherous than ever. In Raising Upright Kids in an Upside-Down World, acclaimed Catholic psychologist Dr. Ray Guarendi offers parents a roadmap through this difficult and sometimes frightening terrain.
Dr. Ray brings to bear his decades of clinical experience and his experience as a father of ten with some of the hardest questions of modern parenting:
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<li>How do you manage kids access to pop culture and to the corporations who all want a piece of their allowance?</li>
<li>How do you respond to others, including your own family, who don't approve of your countercultural parenting?</li>
<li>How do you handle the overabundance of stuff toys, clothes, technology that clogs up your family's everyday life?</li>
<li>When do you give (or take away) a smartphone?</li>
<li>How much freedom do you give your kids to choose their own friends and when do you step in when they make wrong choices?</li>
<li>What are the habits of mind you need to form in them so they can stand strong against a morally and spiritually corrosive culture?</li>
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Raising Upright Kids in an Upside-Down World is a clarion call for strong, confident parenting in confusing times. More importantly, Dr. Ray gives you the resources to grow in that confidence: the knowledge of an expert, the insight of an experienced clinician, and the wisdom of decades of fatherhood. This is a book for parents who aim to form children who value the things of God, no matter the work and the effort. Dr. Ray is here to tell you: it's worth it.

Raising Upright Kids in an Upside Down World

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

EWTN Publishing

Product Description 
Dr. Ray Guarendi directs us to the root of all healthy counseling: the words of the Redeemer. 
Rightly regarded as America’s leading Catholic psychologist and family counselor, EWTN’s Dr. Ray Guarendi details here the fundamentals of Christian psychology in his incomparable down-to-earth style. 
In some teachings, Jesus is two millennia ahead of what psychology is only now coming to understand. In others, He directly contradicts what today’s psychology preaches. In these pages, Dr. Ray explores the teachings of both modern psychology and Jesus Christ to identify the therapy tools worth employing ― and those we should avoid. Most notably, he helps us understand that every tool and counseling guideline worth pursuing can find its roots directly in the words of Christ. 
Jesus knows our minds far more intimately than we do, and He knows the rewards we receive for following the paths He advocates. Indeed, in tackling any interior or exterior difficulty, there is certain knowledge that with Christ’s guidance comes reassurance and peace of mind, if only we know the path. 
Dr. Guarendi’s experience as a father of ten and his mastery of the New Testament enable him to provide recommendations for dealing with numerous daily issues, including: \nHow to overcome jealousy and other passions 
What it means ― and doesn’t mean ― to turn the other cheek 
How to turn negativity into a harnessed virtue ― without changing your nature 
How to transform your natural qualities into supernatural qualities 
The benefits of having problem children 
How to improve your self-awareness 
What the old adage “know thyself” really means 
How Jesus turns self-esteem mantras on their heads\nAbout the Author 
Dr. Ray is a clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national radio and television host. His radio show, The Dr. Is In can be heard on over 440 stations and Sirius XM Channel 130. His TV show, Living Right with Dr. Ray can be seen on EWTN Global Catholic Network and is aired in 140 countries.

Jesus, the Master Psychologist: Listen to Him

Do you know anyone who is looking for straightforward information about adoption for themselves or others? Are you interested in learning more about adoption and finding answers to common concerns? 
In his latest book, Adoption: Should You, Could You, and Then What?, Dr. Ray Guarendi ― renowned clinical psychologist and father of ten adopted children ― provides authentic answers to challenging, real-life questions. With humor and wisdom, Dr. Ray draws from professional and personal experience, as well as scientific research, to allay frequent misconceptions. Issues he addresses include: frustrations about the adoption process, including why couples have to wait so long healthy motives and reasons to adopt how to make adopted children feel special adopting children of various ages and if it will impact “birth order” relationships (if any) between adopted children and their birth parents rearing children with “special needs” adopting children of other races tips for responding to difficult reactions talking to children about their adoption stories whether adoptive children should be treated differently\nDr. Ray’s counsel in Adoption is relatable to all families. In an increasingly socially disconnected world, Dr. Ray reminds us that, through commitment and bonding, parents enable children to thrive at “home and beyond.” In discussing how to choose, live, and love adoption, Dr. Ray emphasizes that “a loving, strong parent can do much to put a child on the path to recovery” and counsels, “Never let the opinions of others overrule your decision to adopt.”

Adoption: Should You, Could You, and Then What?: Straight Answers from a Psychologist and Adoptive Father of Ten

Parenting & Relationships

Adoption

Raising ten kids revealed to Dr. Ray Guarendi and his wife, Randi, a lifetime of insightful lessons. Dr. Ray shares his wisdom with clarity and abundant humor, because as any mother or father knows, parenting is too important to be taken too seriously. 
With his rich, tenfold experience as a father, Dr. Ray gives guidance that will help you gain confidence toward molding and instructing your own children. Through his many and absorbing anecdotes, you'll learn how to act with calm authority whether with a disrespectful teen or a tantrum throwing toddler. 
Through parenting, Dr. Ray learned to avoid labels and to respect each child's temperament. He reinforces how with each child you can become a better parent. 
You will learn, as did he, to be better able to stand strong in God's grace and trust in His plan if your children have special needs. You'll be moved by stories of children who were affected by serious health issues, substance abuse, and unstable foster-care placement. You'll also learn: 
Why stronger parents, who act more and lecture less, have smoother family lives How "the look" is a form of classical conditioning that helps convey authority The power of affection to show your children your love/li> To present a united front as parents and not be manipulated by your children How perseverance and consistency in setting and enforcing expectations pays off To resolve (and avoid) conflicts, teach respect and manners, and much more\nMost strikingly, you will see God's providence at work in forming your own family. You will grow in the resolve and wisdom to guide your children when young and give them wings to fly when older.

Taught by Ten: A Psychologist Father Learns from His 10 Children

Relationships

This is the book you need to master your anger so your anger won't master you. Popular TV host, clinical psychologist, and best-selling author Dr. Ray Guarendi incisively cuts to the heart of the matter to help you determine whether your emotional response is justified - and what to do when it isn't. Dr. Guarendi unpacks for you the many types of anger and the types of people who suffer most from anger and frustration. For some, anger is a trait; for others, it is a state. Some are "wired fiery," with an anger that is always simmering or on a low boil, while the anger of others often comes and goes quickly. You'll learn the difference between righteous and unrighteous anger, and whether anger is a product of your nature or nurture. In his straightforward and humorous style, Dr. Guarendi also unveils healthy strategies for coping with those who make us most frustrated and angry, and how we can make choices to regulate our emotions. From this compelling, life-altering book, you will also learn: Why those closest to us can rile us the most, Ways to take ownership of your thoughts, words, and actions, The surprising benefits of anger, as well as its liabilities, The advantages of self-control in the heat of an argument, The pros and cons of venting inflamed emotions and of holding them inside, The danger of harboring negative feelings, Best of all, this book will help you grow in virtue as you develop Christ-like patience, charity, self-control, forgiveness, and humility in your relationships with others. By responding prayerfully and choosing to love deliberately, you will attain greater happiness, clarity of mind, and peace of heart. Book jacket.

Living Calm: Mastering Anger and Frustration

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Marriage expert Dr. Ray Guarendi has learned, through counseling many couples, that the secrets to building a better relationship with your spouse don’t include learning exotic new communication techniques or rearranging your lifestyle. In fact, a few of his ten “small steps” are so simple that you likely learned them in grade school. 
In his lighthearted style, Dr. Ray explains that the secret of a good marriage is applying a handful of commonsense, time-tested ideas practiced by others who have done it well. Each chapter presents a baby step you can take, encouragement to overcome resistance to taking that step, and a fictional couple in dialogue with an anonymous therapist (guess who!). 
Most inspiring, this book reminds you that a happier, more rewarding marriage is achievable. You will learn how to make simple changes that will leave “daily discontent” behind and create a positive chain reaction in both your marriage and your family. Dr. Ray even shows how couples who are on the brink of separation can restore healing and intimacy in their marriage. 
With the doctor’s advice, you will overcome any reluctance you might feel to taking these practical steps and learn: The importance of developing the habit of saying “I’m sorry” (with apologies to Erich Segal!) Why silence can truly be golden (and how to really listen!) How to be polite when you don’t feel like it and how to ask constructive questions Tips on how husbands can support their wives in parenting (it’s easier than you think!) How “touch says much,” and why affection sometimes chills in a marriage How living by the “Just don’t say it” philosophy is a game changer 
You will also find out why accepting your spouse’s concerns isn’t necessarily the same as agreeing with his or her feelings or viewpoint. Moreover, you will see how simple manners can transform your relationship, and you will gain pointers on how to give meaningful praise to your spouse. 
With Dr. Ray’s experience and insights, you will find that in seeking to understand your spouse, you, in turn, will be better understood. The most minor of improvements often reap major rewards.

Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage

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