HOW TO LIKE YOURSELF

This book offers a unique approach to help teens build confidence by overcoming negative self-talk, referred to as a teen's “inner critic.”

With all the pressures of school and relationships, teens are especially vulnerable to low self-esteem. But the biggest threat to their confidence is usually their own inner critic, whose unrelenting negativity can result in
feelings of inadequacy, depression, and anxiety. This guide will help teens fight back, be kind to themselves, and move forward with confidence. They'll learn the importance of self-forgiveness and accepting their faults, and how to focus on what makes them awesome! They'll also discover strategies for defeating the dreaded ICK—the inner critic know-it-all who keeps knocking them down—and how to escape the thought traps that hold them back.

Cheryl M. Bradshaw, MA, is a counselor and therapist at the University of Guelph, and helps post-secondary students with their mental health and emotional well-being at Sheridan College. She also works with Jack.org, an organization dedicated to youth awareness, empowerment, and leadership in mental health in schools and institutions across Canada. Bradshaw resides in Flamborough/Hamilton, ON.