The 10 Habits of Happy Mothers: Reclaiming Our Passion, Purpose, and Sanity Audiobook, by Meg Meeker Play Audiobook Sample

The 10 Habits of Happy Mothers: Reclaiming Our Passion, Purpose, and Sanity Audiobook

The 10 Habits of Happy Mothers: Reclaiming Our Passion, Purpose, and Sanity Audiobook, by Meg Meeker Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Karen White Publisher: Tantor Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 6.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: March 2011 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781452670492

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

18

Longest Chapter Length:

53:40 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

08:54 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

33:47 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

4

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Publisher Description

Friendship. Simplicity. Love. Value. Faith. Solitude. Money. Fear. Hope. Purpose. Dr. Meg Meeker has seen mothers struggle with these ten issues for the past twenty-five years, and she has also learned how to help them live less stressful, happier, more fulfilling lives. The Ten Habits of Happy Mothers will show women how to reduce loneliness, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem by inspiring women to embrace more positive emotions and habits. Using inspirational stories and specific action plans, Dr. Meeker shows mothers how to live more simply, spend time in solitude, understand their value as mothers, embrace healthy friendships, confront their fears, seek hope, find their spiritual center, reconcile their relationships with money, and learn to live boldly and deliberately.

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"I really liked this book. The author does such a good job laying out realistic and helpful principles to help mothers be happier in a non-condescending way. the suggestions she makes aren't the generic "take care of yourself" type suggestions often found in these kinds of books. she's down to earth and easy to relate to. she says it as it is and doesn't try to fluff up how tiring and sometimes discouraging mothering can be but also really emphasizes the positives as well. she speaks from experience as a mother as well as a pediatrician and she also shares experiences of friends and patients which demonstrate the principles in easy-to-implement manner. i love that she really tackles modern-mothering issues like comparing ourselves to others, materialism and thinking that if we're skinny/wealthy/successful enough then we'll find joy in motherhood. she says something along the lines of "we don't need another diet, we need solitude." she really challenges the the american belief that woman must perform 100% in every avenue of life. her writing helped me evaluate my priorities and let go of things that don't matter. her book relates to mothers in every situation - single, married, working, at home, etc. i really recommend it to all the mothers out there. happy mothering!"

— Amberli (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • A compassionate discussion of the joys of parenthood and the 'gritty' nature of love.

    — Kirkus

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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked Meeker's insight. I liked hearing her point of view on things that I already knew and/or believed; however, I think it would have been much better had it been about 100 pages shorter. It just seemed like there were too many anecdotes that shared the same thing over and over. And yet I still have recommended it to a couple of people because there is some REALLY good advice and insight in there. "

    — Chantel, 2/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " This was a pretty good book. I liked the stories in her book demonstrating her examples, but-like any other 'how to be happy book'-I still have to figure out which things I can and should change. "

    — NaDell, 2/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It had some good ideas and things to take away and try to apply to life. "

    — Kim, 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Fantastically motivating and real. This book speaks to our deepest worries, hopes, and humors. I recommend this to ALL the mothers I know trying to raise kids in this crazy day and age. "

    — Lindsay, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I was hoping for more out of this book. What I really wish was that I could just share my religion with this woman. Her insights are all well and good, but it was like "a ha, I knew that...a ha my religion teaches me that..." There were a few new things I gleaned, but for the most part I was a bit disappointed. "

    — Amber, 1/27/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'm always looking for ways to be a better, happier mom. "

    — Jen, 1/26/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Blah...couldn't get through it. Audio was annoying and the whole tone was so preachy and la-la land. Not for me, I guess. "

    — Lori, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " There were some boring parts and some great parts to this book. I loved the chapters on jealosy, meditation and simplifying. She had some great suggestions from which every woman could benefit. But I have to admit I skimmed some chapters (which I nearly never do) because they were a little sleepy. "

    — Summer, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I enjoyed this book. It organized my thoughts and fears and trials as a mom and helped me to see that others feel the same way. It gives me hope. Also, she speaks of her relationship with God and I find that comforting too. "

    — Jennifer, 1/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Amazing book that has helped me be a better mom. I just wished I could have finished it before it was due back to the library. "

    — Danielle, 1/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Didn't tell me anything I already didn't know. FYI not all mothers can be perfectly happy 100% of the time "

    — Jenni, 12/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book didn't really have any new information, but I sure find that I need to be reminded of things often! This book was good for that. I also enjoyed many of the stories that were included. "

    — Karen, 11/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Written by a veteran pediatrician, this book had an interesting point of view. It was simple, but simple is good to me most of the time. I definitely garnered some good ideas to think about and try to incorporate in my own life. It was worthwhile. "

    — Kris, 10/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of the best "self-help" books I've ever read. This book would be wonderful for mothers of ALL races, religions, etc. to read. It's not preachy, just inspiring. "

    — Elisa, 10/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " All moms should read this book! Life changing book. "

    — Janice, 10/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Yes...I'm still reading this. I love it, but am finding it difficult to manage reading time with being a new mom. Maybe I'll get the hang of it one day! "

    — Jamie, 8/4/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Common sense stuff really but always good to be reminded of. I really learned from the chapters on competition and hope. "

    — Erin, 6/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " There are some great tidbits in here for Moms, and not necessarily the usual stuff you hear. I particularly liked the chapter on competition. "

    — Adele, 4/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked it. Kind of cliche without anything overly novel. "

    — Emily, 2/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book for perspective. Especially loved chapter one. Love yourself first! "

    — Miranda, 1/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Sound, sensible advice. Well written. Highly recommend to all moms. "

    — Karen, 1/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " In all fairness I didn't finish the book, but its probably worth a second shot. "

    — Bridget, 8/27/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Simple, but practical - good reminders! "

    — Tricia, 4/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I was surprised that I actually really, really liked this book. "

    — Beki, 1/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book for perspective. Especially loved chapter one. Love yourself first! "

    — Miranda, 5/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Great book to remind mothers, why we are moms and chose to be, even when things get tough. "

    — Jessica, 5/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " There are some great tidbits in here for Moms, and not necessarily the usual stuff you hear. I particularly liked the chapter on competition. "

    — Adele, 4/7/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I enjoyed this author so much, I am now reading one of her older books. She is a pediatrician of many years, who has reared 4 children of her own! Very insightful, no nonsense approach to parenthood. She adds a spiritual component that is healthy and inspiring. "

    — Patti, 3/31/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book is kinda boring so far. Don't get me wrong, there is some very good advice, but mixed with too much fluff--almost to make the book longer or something? Anywho, I'll be skimming through it for some pick-me-ups and pep-talk stuff. It's not amazing. "

    — Janey, 3/25/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I enjoyed this book. It organized my thoughts and fears and trials as a mom and helped me to see that others feel the same way. It gives me hope. Also, she speaks of her relationship with God and I find that comforting too. "

    — Jennifer, 3/14/2011

About Meg Meeker

Meg Meeker, MD, has spent more than thirty years practicing pediatric and adolescent medicine and counseling teens and parents. She is a fellow at the American Academy of Pediatrics and serves on the Advisory Board of the Medical Institute. A popular speaker and author, she works with the NFL Fatherhood Initiative and is a co-host of Dr. James Dobson’s program Family Talk.

About Karen White

Karen White has been narrating audiobooks of all genres since 1999. Honored to be included in AudioFile’s Best Voices, she’s also a four-time Audie Finalist and has earned multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards and Library Journal starred reviews.