Find Your Self-Love Here - (Instant Help Guided Journal for Teens) by Lisa M Schab (Paperback)

About the Book

In our image-obsessed and success-driven world, many teens struggle with feelings of self-doubt, self-criticism, and low self-esteem. Written by teen mental health expert Lisa Schab--author of Put Your Worries Here--this guided journal offers fun, creative, and hands-on tools grounded in evidence-based psychology to help teens quiet their inner critic, build unshakable confidence, raise self-esteem, and develop self-love.

Book Synopsis

A creative journal to help you build confidence and embrace your authentic self.

Do you struggle with feelings of self-doubt or low self-worth? Is your inner critic constantly telling you that you aren't good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough? Do you compare yourself to others on social media or in real life, or feel like you just don't fit in? Being a teen in today's world is tough, and if you're struggling, you should know that you aren't alone. But what if you had a place to work through these negative thoughts and feelings? This journal can be your safe space to do just that.

Find Your Self-Love Here is full of creative activities to help you move beyond self-criticism, boost your self-confidence, and love yourself for who you are. Grounded in proven-effective treatment methods like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and neuroscience, the practices in this friendly guide will help you quiet your inner critic, balance intense emotions, and work through negative thoughts and feelings--so you can be the best version of yourself possible. You'll also learn how to express yourself effectively through writing, art, and more.

Self-love is a way of thinking and behaving that stems from knowing that you are a valuable person--we all have value! It means embracing your authentic self and allowing it to glow and grow. Let this journal be your special place to explore what makes you remarkable and unique. Go ahead and make it yours.

A special note for clinicians and other professionals: Journaling exercises are a proven-effective adjunct to talk therapy--helping teens bypass defenses, explore feelings in a non-threatening manner, and develop trust in their own coping skills. This journal marks a new addition to the Instant Help Guided Journals for Teens series, which offer evidence-based therapeutic tools in a format that appeals to teens.

Review Quotes

"Find Your Self-Love Here is a warm, inviting, and engaging journal for teens. This is not blank-page journaling which intimidates. Instead, Lisa begins with simple explanations of self-love and then moves into guiding exercises of self-discovery. Each page is a new creative thought exercise. I have used Lisa's journals as resources for adolescents in my medical practice for years. They are gifts on the journey of self-understanding and self-acceptance. This is another gem."
--Kathryn Miller, MD, family physician specializing in pediatrics who has practiced at an FQHC on the west side of Chicago for eighteen years--Kathryn Miller, MD

"By using this transformational journal, readers will find their inner value and accept their authentic selves. Through positive self-talk and learning to acknowledge their special gifts, this journal enables teens to overcome self-doubt and develop self-love. Each turn of the page will make you smile!"
--Sally Wilkinson, MSW, family therapist for the community support services program at Allendale Association--Sally Wilkinson, MSW

"I have used and loved Lisa Schab's books for years in schools and private practice. This self-love journal is an incredible tool to help adolescents build an authentic and grounded sense of self. Adolescents face so many obstacles to developing a positive identity in the world of social media and instant gratification. The sense of possibility and optimism in this journal makes change and growth feel possible."
--Jolene Farmer, school psychologist in Anne Arundel County Public Schools, licensed clinical professional counselor, and board-approved supervisor in Maryland--Jolene Farmer

"I wish this book had been available when my kids were teens. Lisa makes self-love accessible and engaging, guiding her readers through a fun, practical journey of self-discovery. As an organizational psychologist and business coach, I often see people struggle with self-love later in life. This book is the antidote: a self-hug from start to finish, masterfully weaving facets of our true selves."
--Vanessa Carstens, devoted mom, industrial and organizational psychologist, certified business coach, and foresight practitioner at Futures Matter in South Africa--Vanessa Carstens

"Known for her insightful and empathetic approach, Lisa continues to empower young minds with her latest creation. This journal is a transformative journey designed to challenge and inspire teens to truly discover and embrace their authentic selves. Through insightful prompts, reflective exercises, and empowering affirmations, Lisa guides readers to a deeper understanding and appreciation of who they are. This journal is a must-have for any teen seeking to cultivate self-love and confidence in their own unique journey."
--Mark Davis, MSW, special programs interventionist at Victor J. Andrew High School--Mark Davis, MSW

"Lisa creatively demonstrates how well of a listener she is with the teens she journeys with in therapy. Find Your Self-Love Here offers a supportive invitation for teens to journal while learning the importance of how thinking not only affects our inner dialogue, but how it changes the brain. This journal is a source of hope and encouragement, and provides practical tools in the area of neuroplasticity. Highly recommended!"
--Marsha Thayer, LICSW, private practice therapist and spiritual director--Marsha Thayer, LICSW

"Lisa Schab has created a valuable resource that can help teens cultivate healthy self-worth. Her creative prompts throughout this journal introduce teens to key concepts that are essential for disrupting negative thought patterns and building self-acceptance. This journal is a timely gift that can counter the unhealthy messages of our digital age and anchor teens with inner resources that can equip them for what lies ahead."
--Ashley Vigil-Otero, PsyD, clinical psychologist, and author of The Self-Confidence Workbook for Teens--Ashley Vigil-Otero, PsyD

"With her boundless creativity and clear insight into teens' sensibilities, Lisa Schab has given teens an enormous gift--a way into a place where they can be open to, love, and accept themselves wholeheartedly. Grounded in evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Find Your Self-Love Here guides teens on a journey of self-reflection and discovery where they learn to truly embrace who they are. I so wish I had this journal when I was a teen!"
--Karen Bluth, PhD, associate professor at the University of North Carolina; and author of several books for teens, including The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens--Karen Bluth, PhD

About the Author

Lisa M. Schab, LCSW, is a practicing psychotherapist in the greater Chicago, IL, area; and author of twenty self-help books, including The Anxiety Workbook for Teens, The Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens, and the teen guided journals, Put Your Worries Here and Put Your Feelings Here. She has been interviewed as an expert on Milwaukee television stations WTMJ-TV and WISN-TV, by The New York Times, Scholastic Choices magazine, Teen Vogue, Psych Central, and Kate Shannon's Creative Therapy Umbrella podcast. Schab has authored regular mental health columns for Chicago Parent Magazine and The Sun newspapers. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).