YESSS!: The SUMO Secrets to Being a Positive, Confident Teenager

by Paul McGee, Fiona Osborne (Illustrator)

"Young people now more than ever need the tools and resources to support their mental wellbeing and help fulfil their potential. This book will be invaluable in helping them achieve this."—DAME KELLY HOLMES

"This is truly a brilliant book! Having worked with young people for over 25 years in both sport and education, this is quite simply a MUST read!"—DREW POVEY from Channel 4's Educating Greater Manchester

"Paul's wonderful book, crammed with insight, action, humour and hope will help you create a better future, not only for yourself but for all of us."—RICHARD GERVER, Speaker, author and education expert

"A hugely helpful book for both young people and adults alike. I loved it."—DR KATE MIDDLETON, Psychologist and director of the Mind & Soul Foundation

Discover how to make the most of being You!

YESSS! The SUMO Secrets to Being a Positive, Confident Teenager uncovers the secrets of overcoming the challenges and also embracing the opportunities of one of life's most difficult the teenage years.

YESSS! is full of vibrant, exciting advice that will motivate and equip readers to overcome the insecurities and confusion that can often characterize our teenage years.

Sunday Times bestselling author and speaker, Paul McGee aka The SUMO Guy, shows teenagers (and the people who both care for and support them) how to harness practical strategies

Take responsibility for their lives Own and understand their feelings Build a more positive mindset Develop a healthy image of themselves Realize that it's OK to not always feel OK Recover from setbacks and develop perseverance Aspire, set goals, and dare to dream Perfect for every teenager and all those involved in supporting them, YESSS! shows young people what it's like to live with confidence, resilience, hope, and happiness.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2020

About the author

Paul McGee is one of the UK’s leading authors and speakers on the subject of change, workplace relationships and motivation. His book 'SUMO' (Shut Up, Move On) became an instant best seller and 'Self Confidence' reached number one in the WHSmith’s business book chart and remained there for a further 24 weeks. He has appeared on BBC Breakfast television and is a regular contributor on BBC Radio.
Building on his background in psychology, Paul’s aim is to deliver a practical, relevant message that he hopes can make an immediate impact on people’s professional and personal lives.
Paul has written eleven books, and is in the process of writing number twelve, and co-writing thirteen (a children's book). He has spoken at over 1,000 organisations in 41 countries to date, and from Todmorden to Tehran and from Bradford to Brisbane, Paul also has created a schools pack, with resources and literature to link SUMO principles with the PHSE curriculum.

Reviews

[Iola Shaw · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've been a fan of Paul's for about 6 years now. I read this book to decide if I should give it to someone. Frankly I felt it was a bit juvenile for the mid teen I was thinking of and he'd probably get on better with SUMO - In my view Paul's best book on the topic (disclaimer! also the first I read). The 6 principles behind both books are great, and SUMO has an awesome last part which reminds you that you can read the stuff but if you don't do the work it won't make much difference. (and helps you make the plan for that work and sets you up to review it regularly). In this book these are effectively minimised and diced through the book and become thought exercises rather than a clear plan so lost the impact, but maybe this means they are more fluid for people going through the 7 years of mega change that teenage years are.

If you have a reading age of around 12, or prefer the cheeky chappy approach with info in 2 minute bites sizes this may be the book you need - the principles are sound - although if you are 2 minute chunk kind of person his website and videos may be even more your thing.

[Barbara Band · Rating 4 out of 5]

Best-selling author of SUMO (Shut Up and Move On) has written a book for teens full of practical and useful advice for supporting their wellbeing and mental health. Covering topics such as positivity, resilience, staying healthy and coping with setbacks, this is an easy to read and very accessible book. There are lots of relatable examples, touches of humour, and the short blocks of text are broken up with lists, fun fonts and great use of illustrations. A book about skills for living a healthy life - that not only teen readers will find engaging but that their parents would also find beneficial.

[Darren Marshall · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have a wonderful 15 yr old son who in 2020 (the year of the covid) has struggled and withdrawn into himself... and his games consul. He is a reluctant reader and I wanted a book to offer some top tips and reassurance us that we're still moving in the right direction in our parent/child relationship. I wanted a modern book geared towards the teenager and this certainly fitted the bill. I feel that Paul McKee's offering has enhanced my knowledge and I hope my son the same way when he gives it a go. I will be using some of the key messages and exercises within a youth group that I lead. A good read for parents and teens alike

[Kendra Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book for all kids and adults

This is the second time I have read this book and it is just as good second time round. I wish every child and adult would read it; they would learn so much about themselves and others. Highly recommended

[Annika Verspeak · Rating 5 out of 5]

very helpful for 12 year old me

[lois :) · Rating 3 out of 5]

my mum bought me this as a christmas present once. i’m reading it like 2 years late. 6/10