Sorry it's been a while! I decided to merge my old children's book blog with this mental health one, since they will be on similar topics soon. I've kind of been going back-and-forth between two current books I'm writing. The first one is a self-help book about dealing with mental health issues, which is something I've struggled with in the past (this will be coming out after my children's book). I am also working on a children's picture book that's about shyness/social anxiety and making new friends. This is something I know *all* about, as I've struggled with it my whole life. I am going to try to help children understand that it's okay to be shy and quiet, and they don't have to try to be someone they're not. It isn't necessarily about pushing yourself to do something you're not comfortable with. You need to start from the inside, which is building up your self-confidence. I wish I realized this when I was growing up. I was looking in the wrong direction, and only cared about "fitting in." Not anymore!
Don't try to be "like everyone else." (By the way, a lot of people struggle with shyness that they might not talk about. It's more common than you think!). The world needs more unique individuals who are proud of who they are, even if they seem "different" than other people. Not everyone needs to have a big social life or enjoy going to parties. Also, it doesn't mean that outgoing people are any happier in real life. We all struggle with our own issues and circumstances, no matter what it looks like on the outside. Just be yourself and do what makes you happy. Surround yourself with people who like you just the way you are.
I hope children will enjoy reading my picture book (it will be coming out later this year) and find it to be helpful. I would love to be able to steer young ones who are struggling in the right direction.
I'm currently working on the illustrations and editing.
Here is a clue about the characters and other topics in my story:
More to come soon!
Happy reading ~
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