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Different

The Story of an Outside-the-Box Kid and the Mom Who Loved Him

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By: Sally Clarkson, Nathan Clarkson
Narrated by: Nathan Clarkson, Rudy Sanda, Virginia Wolf
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Nathan was different and Sally knew it. From his early childhood, Nathan was bursting with creativity and uncontainable energy, struggling not only with learning issues but also with anxiety and OCD. He saw the world through his own unique lens - one that often caused him to be labeled as "bad", "troubled", or someone in need of "fixing". Bravely choosing to listen to her motherly intuition rather than the loud voices of the world, Sally dared to believe that Nathan's differences could be part of an intentional design from a loving Creator with a plan for his life. She trusted that the things that made him different were the very things that could make him great.

Join Sally and Nathan as they share their stories from a personal perspective as mother and son. If you are in need of help and hope in your own journey with an outside-the-box child, or if you're an adult trying to make sense of your differences, you'll find deep insight, resonance, and encouragement in this book. Dare to love and nurture the "different" one in your life.

©2016 Sally Clarkson and Nathan Clarkson (P)2017 Tantor Christian Living Christianity Family Marriage & Relationships Ministry & Evangelism Motherhood Parenting & Families Relationships Inspiring Heartfelt Child Development Mental Illness Add Kids

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"Reading the unique perspectives of both mother and child is powerful. Moreover, the love that flows throughout this book makes even the most difficult experiences hope-filled and encouraging. I cannot recommend Different enough!" (Shawna Wingert, author of Everyday Autism)
Inspiring Personal Journey • Dual Perspectives • Eloquent Narration • Relatable Experiences • Encouraging Message
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My wife and I loved those book. Powerful and encouraging. Taught us both a lot!

Fantastic!

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I love that Nathan read his side of the story. I love knowing that I’m not alone and kids aren’t easy, and just their honesty throughout the entire book.

Very Encouraging

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This is a bit more of a shared memoir than parenting book. However, I found it insightful and encouraging just the same.

Insightful for Families

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This was such a moving story and I’m so thankful Nathan and Sally decided to share it! It has truly inspired me for figuring our life with my own out of the box child.

Phenomenal

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This book is the most encouraging book I have read as a mom. As a mom I appreciate Sally! Nathan thank you.

Different mama with a different boy

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I love the honesty and openness of these two! What a gift to all of us who learn and process in ways that are easily misunderstood. And what a gift to all parents who want to cultivate the hearts of their children to help them grow and thrive!

For All Nonstandard Learners and those who love tbrm

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Helpful messages, could relate, but too religious.
Narrators voices irritating especially the mothers, but ok book

Helpful

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Thank you Nathan so much for being willing to put your story out there. My son is already 17 years old and because of your book, I finally begin to understand my son and his battles. With God with us, my son and I now begin to have a battle plan to help him.

this book describes my son's battle perfectly

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This book is exactly what I needed right now. I have been struggling with my son and this book brought some fresh air into the room.

Needed this book for my “mama’s heart”

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This is the most helpful, heartfelt parenting book I've ever read. Such a powerful story.

The best parenting book I've ever read

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