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Say Hello And Let It Go: I Am Not My Emotions
SAY HELLO AND LET IT GO teaches mindfulness, acceptance, and reclaiming power in the form of a simple, yet powerful, children's book. Uncomfortable emotions can lead to resistance and suffering when children are not equipped with tools to accept a variety of big emotions. By teaching our students, children, and little loved ones that there is nothing wrong with ANY emotion we are changing the way they interact with uncomfortable emotions and sensations. It is possible to live in harmony with any emotion, and SAY HELLO AND LET IT GO will show your little one just how to master this skill. ***The book contains the powerful tools of belly breathing, counting, and positive self-talk - as well as a page for adults to understand the "why" behind the practice of saying hello and letting go. Resources and activities were created for this book and can be found on the author's website jocelynsoliz.com.
- GenresChildrens
30 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 27, 2020
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October 2, 2021
I so loved this book and I use it as a child psychotherapist. I loved the different ethnicities of children depicted as well as the simple drawings that represent emotions. I explain to children before reading that this is one way we can cope with our emotions, that it is not the only way (just so it doesn’t shut off what comes natural for the child) making sure they understand that there are many healthy ways we can cope with emotions or understand them better.
Only improvement for me was on the last page, instead of “negative” emotion, I would change this to “unpleasant” or “uncomfortable” emotions being careful not to identify emotions as negative or positive/good or bad and explaining that sometimes even pleasant emotions can feel uncomfortable to feel as a lot of kids struggle with this unknowingly. Therefore, changing the wording there would leave it open for more conversation and openness that emotions are all “okay” or valid (just some are more uncomfortable/unpleasant than others) which is also more of a mindfulness approach as well.
I absolutely loved the theme throughout the book of gaining control and foster/practice letting go which is not easy for kids and is explained at the end of the book about exercising the pre frontal cortex. The exercises at the end are really nice, too and shows the child that it does take practice and going over this with the child gives opportunity to foster self-esteem and confidence!
Another little note as an Art Therapist: I liked how basic the emotion depictions were because I think they offer a lot of room for creativity for children to draw their own.
Only improvement for me was on the last page, instead of “negative” emotion, I would change this to “unpleasant” or “uncomfortable” emotions being careful not to identify emotions as negative or positive/good or bad and explaining that sometimes even pleasant emotions can feel uncomfortable to feel as a lot of kids struggle with this unknowingly. Therefore, changing the wording there would leave it open for more conversation and openness that emotions are all “okay” or valid (just some are more uncomfortable/unpleasant than others) which is also more of a mindfulness approach as well.
I absolutely loved the theme throughout the book of gaining control and foster/practice letting go which is not easy for kids and is explained at the end of the book about exercising the pre frontal cortex. The exercises at the end are really nice, too and shows the child that it does take practice and going over this with the child gives opportunity to foster self-esteem and confidence!
Another little note as an Art Therapist: I liked how basic the emotion depictions were because I think they offer a lot of room for creativity for children to draw their own.
June 5, 2020
A Book for Everyone
Each of us has come up against an emotional situation that has thrown us. This book gives an easy-to-learn, well-planned approach to handle emotions, rather than let emotions handle you. Teaching this skill to children will make their lives easier from now on. Most of childhood is spent learning how to find a path in the world. The ability to know and handle oneself on the journey is infinitely valuable. This book provides a talking point for handling problems as they arise. It is a must for parents and teachers everywhere. I highly recommend this book!
Each of us has come up against an emotional situation that has thrown us. This book gives an easy-to-learn, well-planned approach to handle emotions, rather than let emotions handle you. Teaching this skill to children will make their lives easier from now on. Most of childhood is spent learning how to find a path in the world. The ability to know and handle oneself on the journey is infinitely valuable. This book provides a talking point for handling problems as they arise. It is a must for parents and teachers everywhere. I highly recommend this book!
June 5, 2020
Let it go!
What a great and simple book to teach children about controlling their emotions and feelings and how to let go of negative emotions. It's a great book to have in the classroom to remind children too whenever things don't go their way. The exercises at the end are very useful and handy!
What a great and simple book to teach children about controlling their emotions and feelings and how to let go of negative emotions. It's a great book to have in the classroom to remind children too whenever things don't go their way. The exercises at the end are very useful and handy!
July 26, 2020
i think this is a great read ... for any one ... any age .. we all have emotions and it is okay to feel them ... just don't allow them to take you to not a happy place. have a support system, friends or family ... a big brother (sister) that person who you can have as a sounding board for you ... (counselor or folks like this) it is totally a-okay!! lovely illustrations!
April 5, 2022
This book works! I read it to the school aged kids in my after school program and they were very engaged; and later a child had a problem, we identified the emotion the child was feeling and then the child decided to let it go just like the book says, and admitted to feeling better after naming the emotion. It is a very simple and practical tool anyone can use.
August 23, 2020
Everyone has emotions, young and old. However, handling these emotions is not easy. This book equips you with the tools to understand how to handle each emotion as they happen individually, and let them go with confidence and assurance. Great read!
June 7, 2020
Say Hello And Let It Go
This is a great book. Talking about emotions can be hard especially anger. I love emotions are labeled and acknowledged.
This is a great book. Talking about emotions can be hard especially anger. I love emotions are labeled and acknowledged.
January 13, 2021
Simple And effective
I would recommend this book to parents of 3s or older children that would benefit from extra emotional regulation work
I would recommend this book to parents of 3s or older children that would benefit from extra emotional regulation work
May 31, 2024
In general, it is helpful to identify the emotion you are feeling and then let it go, but that doesn't always work as easily as this book makes it.
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