Brain Magic: Unlocking Your Inner Superhero: Helping Kids Turn Big Feelings Into Superpowers - Softcover

Rush, LPC, LMHC, Stacy M

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798300231118

Publisher: Independently published, 2024

Synopsis

This engaging, interactive book introduces children to the concept of understanding and working with the different “parts” of themselves. Through the story of Ella, young readers learn to recognize the tricky feelings and sensations that arise in challenging moments and discover tools to transform them into calm and confidence.

When Ella feels nervous or self-doubt creeping in as she is about to go onstage for her pageant, she calls on Superhero Ellie the wise and compassionate part of herself to guide her through her emotions. Together, they identify and name tricky sensations like racing hearts, sweaty hands, and fluttering butterflies, and use imaginative tools to calm these sensations. This approach, inspired by Internal Family Systems, helps children understand that every feeling has a purpose and can be transformed with curiosity, care, compassion, and creativity.

Packed with storytelling, practical exercises, and a compassionate approach to emotions, Brain Magic empowers kids to embrace all parts of themselves, including the strong and resilient superhero inside. Perfect for families, educators, and therapists, this book provides an accessible way to teach emotional regulation, self-compassion, and mindfulness.

Help your child discover their inner superhero and learn how to work with their emotions, not against them!

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798300231118
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32