Champions Are Raised, Not Born: How My Parents Made Me a Success

Ever  wonder  what it takes to raise a champion-in sports, in work, or in life?Discover the secrets of triumphant parenting--and raising a child who excels.Summer Sanders won more medals than any other American swimmer at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.  After retiring, she has continued to charm America as a TV commentator and media celebrity.  And wherever she goes, parents ask:  what gave her the drive to consistently give all she had, no matter what the challenge? How did she develop her self-assurance and raw courage?  What did her parents do right?Now Summer Sanders provides compelling, surprisingly simple answers for all parents--whether your child is gifted in sports, in school, or the arts--from the unique perspective of a child who became the world's best in her field.  Enriched by advice from a host of other Olympic athletes, Champions Are Raised, Not Born reveals what truly develops a champion.How to recognize a child's true talent.How to provide family support (even if parents are divorced).How to nurture mental toughness and self-confidence.How to encourage your child to become a team player.How to help your child realize her dream without sacrificing her childhood.Winning, losing, and getting both right in life. Read more