Kelly Oriard is a mother of two and holds a dual Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and School Counseling. Callie Christensen is a mother of three and holds a Master’s degree in Teaching with endorsements in Elementary Education and Special Education.

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• Introduction xiChapter 1: Understanding Your Core Beliefs 1Chapter 2: Routines: Core Beliefs and Balance 11Chapter 3: Building Connections: The Power of Belonging 23Chapter 4: Mindfulness: Sitting with Feelings, Not Pushing Them Away 33Chapter 5: Emotional Courage: Embracing All Feelings 43Chapter 6: Gratitude: Cultivating a Mindset of Abundance 53Chapter 7: Self- Esteem: Embracing Worthiness 63Chapter 8: Authenticity: Embracing Who You Are 73Chapter 9: Growth Mindset: Learning Through Challenges 83Chapter 10: Self- Acceptance: Embracing Imperfection 93Chapter 11: Conflict Resolution: Navigating Big Emotions with Confidence 103Chapter 12: Change: Navigating the Uncontrollable 113Chapter 13: Anxiety: Finding Calm in the Unknown 123Chapter 14: Grief and Loss: Holding Space for Big Feelings 133Chapter 15: Self- Expression and Boundaries: The Power of Your Voice 143Chapter 16: Creativity: Expanding Possibilities and Problem- Solving 153Chapter 17: Final Section: Bringing It All Together 163Acknowledgments 171About the Authors 173Index 175

Kelly Oriard is a mother of two and holds a dual Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and School Counseling. Callie Christensen is a mother of three and holds a Master’s degree in Teaching with endorsements in Elementary Education and Special Education.

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• Introduction xiChapter 1: Understanding Your Core Beliefs 1Chapter 2: Routines: Core Beliefs and Balance 11Chapter 3: Building Connections: The Power of Belonging 23Chapter 4: Mindfulness: Sitting with Feelings, Not Pushing Them Away 33Chapter 5: Emotional Courage: Embracing All Feelings 43Chapter 6: Gratitude: Cultivating a Mindset of Abundance 53Chapter 7: Self- Esteem: Embracing Worthiness 63Chapter 8: Authenticity: Embracing Who You Are 73Chapter 9: Growth Mindset: Learning Through Challenges 83Chapter 10: Self- Acceptance: Embracing Imperfection 93Chapter 11: Conflict Resolution: Navigating Big Emotions with Confidence 103Chapter 12: Change: Navigating the Uncontrollable 113Chapter 13: Anxiety: Finding Calm in the Unknown 123Chapter 14: Grief and Loss: Holding Space for Big Feelings 133Chapter 15: Self- Expression and Boundaries: The Power of Your Voice 143Chapter 16: Creativity: Expanding Possibilities and Problem- Solving 153Chapter 17: Final Section: Bringing It All Together 163Acknowledgments 171About the Authors 173Index 175

Kelly Oriard is a mother of two and holds a dual Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and School Counseling. Callie Christensen is a mother of three and holds a Master’s degree in Teaching with endorsements in Elementary Education and Special Education.

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• Introduction xiChapter 1: Understanding Your Core Beliefs 1Chapter 2: Routines: Core Beliefs and Balance 11Chapter 3: Building Connections: The Power of Belonging 23Chapter 4: Mindfulness: Sitting with Feelings, Not Pushing Them Away 33Chapter 5: Emotional Courage: Embracing All Feelings 43Chapter 6: Gratitude: Cultivating a Mindset of Abundance 53Chapter 7: Self- Esteem: Embracing Worthiness 63Chapter 8: Authenticity: Embracing Who You Are 73Chapter 9: Growth Mindset: Learning Through Challenges 83Chapter 10: Self- Acceptance: Embracing Imperfection 93Chapter 11: Conflict Resolution: Navigating Big Emotions with Confidence 103Chapter 12: Change: Navigating the Uncontrollable 113Chapter 13: Anxiety: Finding Calm in the Unknown 123Chapter 14: Grief and Loss: Holding Space for Big Feelings 133Chapter 15: Self- Expression and Boundaries: The Power of Your Voice 143Chapter 16: Creativity: Expanding Possibilities and Problem- Solving 153Chapter 17: Final Section: Bringing It All Together 163Acknowledgments 171About the Authors 173Index 175