Parenting is hard. This is not a secret. It is the ultimate act of self-sacrifice – consuming parents’ time, money, and identity. It is also a minefield of different and often polarising opinions. Online and social media are frightening places to go looking for information or advice on the topic. So maybe an easy-to-read book might be the thing some of you have been looking for. Cooling the Flame: Guiding Kids Through Anger acknowledges the difficulties and the incredible effort that is needed to effectively parent, but also provides a positive outlook. After all, there is very little that a parent wouldn’t do for their children – such is the power of a parent’s love.