Pillars of Support (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781087950198)

In this guide for parents and aspiring mentors, long-time youth mentor and parent, Scott Whitehead lays out the six pillars of support for raising and fostering a meaningful relationship with a child, from birth to their formation as an adult. Dedicating himself to building solid relationships and mentoring kids has been Scott's life-purpose, and this book channels his years of experiences into relatable stories and advice. It is never too late to start building a meaningful connection with a child, no matter their age or the past status of the relationship. A mentor provides a child with an additional resource and offers different life experiences to help shed light on the many issues that arise as a young person encounters new challenges. Mentorship can not only help you as a parent but can be a life-changing relationship for your child.

Trust, Relationships, Belief, Faith, Expectations, and Time. These are the pillars of support that can foster a child's growth into the adult you believe they can be. There are a million decisions to make once you become a parent; this book helps to provide a guiding light. Filled with personal testimonies from Scott's own mentees and his own kids, this guide holds heart-warming tales from people whom Scott has significantly impacted.