The world has its ideas of who you are/ but you don’t need them,/ to be the person you really are inside/ is Freedom. The empowering lyrical verse of Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher and hip-hop musician, offers a unique entry point to mindfulness and self-empowerment for kids ages 7 and up, with words that call out to be spoken, recited, or sung aloud. Accompanied by the vibrant illustrations of Ndubisi Okoye, each verse in Love Your Amazing Self carries a theme that encourages kids to affirm the positive in themselves and their lives, including: Be True to Yourself, Find Your Magic, Stand up for Kindness, Embrace Impermanence, and Ask for Help. Short reflections and activities accompanying each verse help kids embody the messages, strengthen their self-confidence, and bring greater joy into their own lives and those around them.

“If our children learn how to regard themselves with kindness, our world will become a more loving place. ​Overflowing with wisdom and creativity, practicality and charm, this book will open the door for children and adults alike. ​It invites us all to awaken the mindfulness and ​care that frees our hearts.” ​
— Tara Brach, PhD., clinical psychologist and bestselling author of Radical Acceptance

Age range

7 - 99

Grade range

2 - 17

Number of pages

72

Publication date

November 22, 2022

ISBN

9781635865479