Zen Teen

A warm and relatable teen guide to reducing anxiety, depression, and panic while developing resilience and confidence with 40 tips and tricks that guide, support, and inspire teens to keep calm and stay mindful In the last decade, studies have reported a drastic rise in teens who experience anxiety, panic, and an inability to cope with the pressures of daily life. As mental health challenges become less stigmatized, young people are more likely than ever before to know how to identify their feelings and ask for help. Even celebrity teen icons like Selena Gomez are "coming out" as anxiety sufferers. Zen Teen addresses this epidemic with powerful coping mechanisms and creative tools-including two fun quizzes, tons of engaging exercises and a cool playlist-designed for the teenage mind. With topics like "The Unique Genius of You" and "Rock-Star Rituals," Tanya Carroll Richardson prompts teens to get calm by engaging in mindful tasks like identifying gurus, tapping into warrior energy, mastering meditation, practicing realistic optimism, becoming a self-awareness samurai, learning to surrender, finding a spirit animal, expressing challenging emotions, living with loving-kindness, protecting the planet, and making vision boards that embrace "the Tao of Cool." Smart and fresh, Zen Teen helps teens thrive while navigating and managing the pressures of everyday life.

Many of today's teenagers are tired of the pressure to compete and consume-and are looking for a different way to live their lives. This book offers an alternative: the 2,500-year old practice of Buddhism. Written in a style that will have immediate appeal to young "seekers" and those wanting to understand the ancient teachings, this book addresses such relevant topics as peer pressure, emotional difficulties, stress, fostering peace, and even protecting the environment. For everyone looking for self-help, self-esteem, and self-awareness, this book offers advice on: •Discovering truth in a world of hype •Finding peace amid the ups and downs of life •Accepting ourselves •Working with difficult emotions •How to meditate •Dealing with temptations and making the right decisions about sex and drugs •Advice on volunteering, working for peace, and protecting the environment

With another aching deep dive into human spirituality, Emily France mines her home state of Colorado in a novel of a teen girl's harrowing search for her missing younger sister—and her own search for self. Born and raised in Boulder, Colorado, Essence McKree feels older than any seventeen-year-old she knows. Ever since weed was legalized, her mother has been working in a pot shop, high more often than not. Lately it’s been up to Essa to care for her nine-year-old sister, Puck. When Essa meets Oliver—a brainy indoor type who’s in town for the summer—she is cautious at first, distrustful of the tourist crowd and suspicious of Oliver’s mysterious past in Chicago. But Puck is charmed and pushes Essa toward him. Soon Essa finds herself showing Oliver the Boulder she has forgotten: the mountain parties, the long hikes . . . and at Oliver’s urging, the exploration of Buddhism at the local zendo. When Oliver agrees to accompany Essa on a three-day survival game in the Rocky Mountains, she feels a lightness she hasn’t known in a long time. Then she discovers that Puck has stowed away and followed them into the wilderness. After spending a night stuck in a mountain storm, Essa wakes to find Puck missing. Now Essa must rely on her newfound spiritual strength if she is to save her sister’s life, and ultimately her own.

Soothe your anxiety with the power of mindfulness—a supportive workbook for teens When you start to feel worried or overwhelmed, mindfulness is a powerful way to stop that anxiety in its tracks. This guide to mindfulness for teens shows you how to stay calm and focus on the moment, so you can clear your mind and take control of any challenge. What is anxiety? — Get an overview of where anxiety comes from and how it affects your brain and body — so you can recognize and understand your anxious feelings. Mindfulness for every day — Learn how these mindfulness techniques can help you conquer anxiety about everything from friends and peer pressure to your grades, self-confidence, and plans for the future. Lots of tools to try — From short quizzes to creative activities, this book is filled with exercises to help you check in with yourself, think more positive thoughts, and build up your self-esteem. Feel happier and more confident when you use the skills in Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety.

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A groundbreaking perspective on Nature's plan for full human creativity and intelligence during the teen years • Shows what is at the core of today's serious social and psychological problems • Explores the sexual and spiritual stage of adolescent development • Details the connection between adolescent brain and heart development and the issue of nature vs. nurture • By the author of Magical Child (250,000 copies sold) Something is supposed to happen during the adolescent years--something greater than MTV, video games, and the Internet. Joseph Chilton Pearce describes this something as the natural mandate for post-biological development--the development of the sexual and spiritual senses and expansion of our growth process outside of our bodies and into the physical world that surrounds us. Though first written in the mid 1980s, the message of From Magical Child to Magical Teen is even more compelling and helpful today--especially for those who live with and work with adolescents. Drawing on the stages of development outlined by Swiss biologist Jean Piaget and the brain research of neuroscientist Paul MacLean, Pearce demonstrates how nature has built into us an agenda for the intelligent unfolding of our lives. He offers a powerful critique of contemporary child-rearing practices and a groundbreaking alternative to existing perspectives on adolescence so we can unleash our greatest potential, as well as that of our children, in order to experience our fullness in the manner nature intended all along.

"Your teen's addiction isn't a dead end, it's a detour to a different path." When a teen turns to drugs, it can feel like a parent's worst nightmare has come true. "When Teens Turn to Drugs: A Parent's Guide to Support and Healing" is a comprehensive resource for parents navigating this challenging journey. With its in-depth understanding of teen drug use and its impact, this guide aims to empower parents to take proactive steps towards their teen's recovery. This book provides an in-depth look at why teens turn to drugs, what types of substances are most commonly used, and the symptoms to watch out for. It goes a step further to discuss the crucial role parents play, including how to talk to your teen about drug use and how to build a supportive relationship that fosters open communication and trust. You'll discover how to identify signs of drug use, assess the severity, and seek professional help. This guide will walk you through various treatment options available and how to choose the most appropriate program for your teen's needs. Crucially, it discusses how to support your teen through recovery, dealing with relapses, and celebrating progress. Prevention is better than cure. This guide gives insights on strategies for preventing drug use, creating a drug-free home environment, and helping your teen develop resilience and healthy coping mechanisms. You'll also understand co-occurring disorders, their identification, and treatment. Effective communication is key to recovery. This guide provides practical tips on communicating with your teen, setting boundaries, and promoting positive behaviors. It addresses the importance of having a robust support system for your teen and how to navigate complex family dynamics. Parents, too, need support during this challenging time. This book equips you with resources and strategies to manage stress and anxiety, and where to find professional help and support. It concludes with reinforcing positive changes, building a long-term plan for success, and maintaining ongoing recovery. In this guide, you'll find encouragement and reassurance. Although the journey may be challenging, remember, you are not alone. There is help, support, and a path to healing for your teen, and "When Teens Turn to Drugs: A Parent's Guide to Support and Healing" is your compass in navigating this path.Table of contents: Introduction Understanding teen drug use The impact of drug use on teens and families Overview of the book Common reasons why teens turn to drugs Types of drugs commonly used by teens Symptoms and signs of drug use The Role of Parents in Teen Drug Use Parental influence on teen drug use Talking to your teen about drugs Building a supportive relationship with your teen Identifying and Assessing Teen Drug Use Recognizing signs of drug use Assessing the severity of drug use Seeking professional help Treatment Options for Teen Drug Use Types of drug treatment programs Choosing the right treatment program for your teen Supporting your teen through treatment Supporting Your Teen in Recovery Helping your teen through the recovery process Coping with setbacks and relapses Celebrating successes and progress Preventing Teen Drug Use Strategies for preventing drug use Creating a drug-free home environment Building resilience and healthy coping skills Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders Mental health disorders and drug use Identifying and treating co-occurring disorders Building a Support System for Your Teen The importance of a support system Building a network of support for your teen Navigating family dynamics and relationships Communication Strategies with Your Teen Effective communication with your teen Active listening and empathy Setting boundaries and consequences Promoting Positive Behaviors and Activities Encouraging healthy behaviors and activities Identifying and nurturing your teen's strengths and interests Supporting your teen's academic and social success Finding Help and Support for Parents Seeking professional help and support for parents Joining support groups for parents Finding resources and information Coping with Parental Stress and Anxiety Coping strategies for parental stress and anxiety Self-care and stress management for parents Seeking professional help and support Reinforcing Positive Changes and Behaviors Celebrating and reinforcing positive changes Building a long-term plan for success Supporting your teen's ongoing recovery Conclusion Recap of key takeaways Encouragement to seek help and support for teen drug use ISBN: 9781776848171

THE SECRETS OF the past meet the shocks of the present. Aslaug is an unusual young woman. Her mother has brought her up in near isolation, teaching her about plants and nature and language—but not about life. Especially not how she came to have her own life, and who her father might be. When Aslaug’s mother dies unexpectedly, everything changes. For Aslaug is a suspect in her mother’s death. And the more her story unravels, the more questions unfold. About the nature of Aslaug’s birth. About what she should do next. About whether divine miracles have truly happened. And whether, when all other explanations are impossible, they might still happen this very day. Addictive, thought-provoking, and shocking, Madapple is a page-turning exploration of human nature and divine intervention—and of the darkest corners of the human soul.