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Leap of faith

To all of the families that have taken their children to school this morning and have hoped that their children have the courage to get through the day trust me when I say that leap of faith will come and it’s amazing when it does. If  you’ve been a long time reader of the blog you’ll know just how important this leap of faith was for us.

Here’s to new beginnings and faith in ourselves.

Leap of Faith

To all of the families that have taken their children to school this morning and have hoped that their children have the courage to get through the day trust me when I say that leap of faith will come and it’s amazing when it does. If  you’ve been a long time reader of the blog you’ll know just how important this leap of faith was for us.

Here’s to new beginnings and faith in ourselves.

CBC News: Toronto – Official release of “Just Like You”

Helping Words – Official release of “Just Like You”
CBC News: Toronto – May 7, 2012

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Go away, Mr. Worrythoughts Contest closes February 20th!

Front cover of Go Away Mr. Worrythoughts

Here’s your chance to win one of these great books from the very talented Nicky Johnson. See all the contest details below and good luck!

It is a brand new year and a great time to introduce a wonderful set of books by a very talented author named, “Nicky Johnson”. I had the pleasure of connecting with Nicky to talk to her about her amazing books. She was kind enough to offer us both “Go Away, Mr. Worrythoughts!” and “Happythoughts are Everywhere” so you know what that means….CONTEST TIME!!!!

Don’t forget to enter our contest!!!

Front cover of Go Away Mr. Worrythoughts

It is a brand new year and a great time to introduce a wonderful set of books by a very talented author named, “Nicky Johnson”. I had the pleasure of connecting with Nicky to talk to her about her amazing books. She was kind enough to offer us both “Go Away, Mr. Worrythoughts!” and “Happythoughts are Everywhere” so you know what that means….CONTEST TIME!!!!

Nicky has done a magnificent job of both writing these books and illustrating them. She shows us tools and tips at the end of each book that encourage kids to manage and overcome their anxiety.

Go Away, Mr. Worrythoughts is about:

Bayden is an intellient, confident and courageous boy. Yet his is worry thoughts can be quite unbearable. See how Bayden discovers his superpowers, takes control and is able to live free and happy!

This simple story has been nicely written and illustrated to help encourage children like Bayden manage and overcome their anxiety.

Happythoughts are Everywhere is about:

These days, Bayden is a happy and confident boy. There was a time, not long ago when Bayden worried about everything, ALL of the time. That was, until he discovered the power of Happythoughts!

Join Bayden’s journey as he goes in search of his happythoughts – you’ll never guess where he finds them!

This clever story has been written and illustrated to help children learn that by changing their thoughts, they can change their feelings. A simple strategy to help children take control of their anxiety!

I can’t tell you how much I think these books are essential for your “Toolbox“. Thanks so much Nicky for giving us a chance to put Happythoughts everywhere.

So if you’d like to have one of these beautiful and inspiring books in your toolbox here’s how to do it.

Ask your child to tell you what they like most about themselves! Share that with us.

Winners will be picked by random draw.

Contest closes at midnight February 20th, 2012!

 

I am so proud of myself

Nothing..absolutely nothing can replace the sheer look of pride when your anxious child runs toward you in the school yard and says, “I had such a good day today”. Then when you ask about the subject that earlier that morning brought her to tears and she replies, “It was amazing!” how can one even have words for that. I mean really! How can you capture that moment and share it with others because no words that I have could ever describe that very moment, but let me at least try.

Kind of a bad day
The note explains, “I am sorry I am glum mom but I’m having kind of a bad day.”

Earlier this morning we started our day with our usual routine. I sang the kids my very own unique version of, “Wake up ..it’s time to wake up. Good morning to you..good morning to you..good morning my monkeys.. good morning to you.” We tend to sing a lot at our house – we find it quite therapeutic, although to be honest most days we don’t notice it because it’s just second nature. Anyway, we began the day the usual way – picking out clothes, getting hair brushed and packing bags.

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