Just as You Are

Reach for this book when you notice your teenager spiraling into negative self-talk or constantly measuring their worth against a curated social media feed. It is an essential toolkit for the adolescent who feels like they are never quite enough, whether in academics, social circles, or physical appearance. This workbook provides a safe space for teens to explore the roots of their self-criticism while offering evidence-based mindfulness and self-compassion exercises. Written by a mother-daughter team, it speaks directly to the modern teenage experience of digital comparison and social anxiety. It is developmentally perfect for ages 13 to 18, providing practical strategies to move from a place of harsh self-judgment to authentic self-acceptance. Parents will find it a grounding resource that normalizes the turbulence of the teen years while building the resilience necessary for a healthy transition into adulthood.