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David A Smith

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David A. Smith's four-decade exploration of human patterns began long before he sold his successful business to raise his daughters. From Midwest farm beginnings through entrepreneurship and into single parenthood, he's maintained an insatiable need to understand the "why" behind everything. Smith's studies span from ancient texts to behavioral science. The Recognition Series distills observations from single parenting, entrepreneurship, and extensive study into practical insights about the invisible patterns that influence us all. He is the founder of Recognition Press and author of "Why Won't You Listen? The Science of What Kids Really Hear When You Speak" (They're Not Defying You)— a research-backed guide that translates child development neuroscience into practical communication strategies for parents, educators, and caregivers. He lives in the United States, still asking "why?"
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