The Mister Rogers Effect

7 Secrets to Bringing Out the Best in Yourself and Others from America's Beloved Neighbor

By: Dr. Anita Knight Kuhnley

Narrated by: Sarah Zimmerman

In a world increasingly divided by politics and social issues, we need Mister Rogers more than ever. For three decades, his presence was a healing balm to children of all ages. And though he is no longer with us, we can all adopt his attitudes and actions as models for our own lives.

In this uplifting and informative book, Dr. Anita Knight Kuhnley shows us how to use the transformative psychological principles that Mister Rogers masterfully employed to make a difference in our own neighborhoods. Principles such as listening for discovery, validating feelings, preserving white space, expressing gratitude, exercising empathy, practicing radical acceptance, and using expressions of care.

Imagine a world where these seven principles guide our interactions with each other. Sound heavenly? Neighborly? It all starts with you.

©2020 Anita Knight Kuhnley (P)2020 eChristian

Who will step up?

The 70s was the decade of the latchkey kids. A sharp increase in divorce and two-income households led to a whole generation who spent an unprecedented amount of time home alone. Mr. Rogers spoke to these kids and assured them that they were loved.

2020 will launch the decade of the Isolated Generation, made up of kids who spend a tremendous amount of time separated from others. Parents and siblings, although perhaps in the same house, are sequestered behind locked doors as they work and attend school remotely, leaving young kids to be entertained and amused as they sit idly in front of a screen. Now is the time for someone to step up and take the baton handed off by Mr. Rogers. To speak a message of kindness and care to the isolated, lonely and many times hurting kids of our neighborhood.

Who will begin creating and making available content for kids that is positive, life-giving and reminds kids that they are special, accepted and loved?

Much better than I expected

I didn’t know what to expect from this book, but it was free, and the description looked intriguing.
It was excellent! I would even say it’s a must read for everybody. Thought-provoking, easy to follow, lots of great points. One of those books that gets your mind going, and you will probably think back to it many times for the rest of your life.

Speechless - Best. Read.

This book and it’s concepts was really next level. I’m in awe after reading in and need more! The concepts and ideals really are life changing and make you WANT to see and be better. Truly amazing. Thank you, Mr. Rogers. xo

Recommending to everyone!

This is helpful in thinking about oneself and those whom I can “love into becoming.”
May also buy hard copy to review specific points over again.

Well done, neighbor!

This book was wonderfully written! Growing up with Mr. Rogers myself and being an early childhood educator, all of what Fred Rogers stood for resonates with me as one who strives to find the good and love everyone. This is a must read for anyone wanting to be inspired by goodness and aspires to be a kind human. Worth the time spent! Kuhnley shared details and anecdotes that deepened my admiration for Mr. Fred Rogers. Kudos!