Brain Changeris an inspiring, hard-to-put-down book of how [Kovac] used her cognitive science to bring her one-and-a-half pound twins and herself through a mother's nightmare to healthy happy lives."--George Lakoff, University of California, Berkeley andNew York Timesbestselling author ofDon't Think of an Elephant"Most people don't know that they need to have a little cognitive science under their belts in order to parent well, but read this book and you'll know that probably, you do. It's a useful and interesting tool for much more skillful--and therefore effective and joyful--parenting."--Christine Carter, PhD, author ofRaising HappinessandThe Sweet Spot"Brain Changeris a perfect gem of a book. Kovac weaves together cognitive science, language and metaphor, and deeply moving personal stories of difficult moments at the beginning and end of life. With candor, humor, and authenticity,Brain Changeroffers a way through trying times not just for parents, but for everyone. I highly recommend this engaging and helpful book."--Lorrie Goldin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker"Any parent who has experienced loss will soak up the wisdom of this book. Janine Kovac has a unique talent for taking raw experiences and bringing them to life with deep insight, candor and a unique perspective. Her background in dance, cognitive science and directing all come together in a production that is dazzling."--Maria Ramos-Chertok, The Rockwood Leadership Institute and author ofThe Butterfly Series Workbook and Journal"Brain Changeroffers a fascinating look at how Janine Kovac used language to reframe her world during a time of extreme trauma. This book is a good read with lessons easily applied to everyday life for all of us."--Marianne Lonsdale, founding member, Write on MamasAbout the AuthorJanine Kovac, a former ballet dancer and computer programmer, received the 2009 Glushko Prize for Distinguished Undergraduate Research in Cognitive Science for her thesis, "A Cognitive Linguistic Analysis of Parenting." Janine is a founding member and program coordinator for the 501(c)3 nonprofit writing group Write on Mamas. Her writing has appeared on Salon.com, RaisingHappiness.com, in Pregnancy and Newborn magazine and is a regular feature of the Alta Bates NICU Newsletter, a publication to NICU graduates and their families. Janine has been anthologized in Multiples Illuminated (May 2016), Mamas Write: 29 Tales of Truth, Wit, and Grit (Bittersweet Press: 2014), and Nothing But the Truth, So Help Me God (NBTT: 2012). An alumna of Hedgebrook, Janine is the 2016 recipient of the Elizabeth George Foundation Fellowship. She lives in Oakland with her husband and their three children. how can i download pdf books for free Brain Changer: A Mother's Guide to Cognitive Science
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This little book is packed with solid advice. It's ...By Harriet HeydemannThis little book is packed with solid advice. It's short and on point. Using her own challenges as an example, Kovac describes how words shape our behavior. The language we choose can impact real-life outcomes. Kovacs insights go far beyond the intensive care unit. Her tools work in many settings and situations. Ive already used some of the suggested metaphors in communications with family and friends.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A very smart person talking about a very heart-wrenching eventBy cary tA very smart person talking about a very heart-wrenching event, trying to keep perspective with premature twins teetering on the knife-edge of life and death. Very interesting read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Brain science meets MotherhoodBy J.H.A fascinating and well-written first-person account, dwelling on the intersection of brain science and motherhood.