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Learn and celebrate how mindful noticing and the power of choice can change everything from a sneeze to the thoughts you think! Here are some highlights from this Read-Aloud book: * 16 Gloriously Diverse Children * 17 Animals * 7 Double-Spread “Look & Find” Style Pages for Younger Children * Humorous Text & Images * Repeated, Positive Affirmation, "I am more! I am me!" * Opportunities for Talking about Anxiety & Emotions * Text/Image Examples of How to Breathe Deeply, Deal with Negative Self-Talk & Move Through Emotions * Free coloring book @ JoanneCousensAlburger.com Through words, fun and Bianca's beautiful illustrations, this book shows that the brain is only one of many physical organs over which we can exercise some control. All ages will enjoy the amazing illustrations while taking in important concepts that may be clearer for some and will grow in clarity for others. Every example of mindful noticing and the power of choice is followed by a 2-page “find & see” style illustration of 16 wonderfully diverse children living life together. The brain sends us thoughts which do not necessarily represent who we are or what we want. We can train ourselves to be more aware of our thoughts and feelings and this awareness opens the door of choice. We can choose to adjust and change painful/negative thoughts, which can lead to feelings of empowerment and better mental health. We can also choose to allow thoughts to come and go, without interacting with them. We can notice our feelings and allow that energy to move through us. We can even choose how we want to feel by thinking thoughts that lead to those feelings. “I notice and I have choice! I am more! I am me!”