Teenage life is anything but easy. It wasn’t back then, and it definitely isn’t any easier now.

Our teens are trying to find their way during post-lockdown life, and most teens these days are just trying to keep their heads above the water... 

Trying not to drown in their anxieties about returning to school. Trying not to drown in an awkward social life. Trying not to drown in all their worries…

Coming back to school after a two-year hiatus is hard.

This is the stage of life where teens are trying to figure themselves out and find their place in the world.

This is even harder to do with a world-wide pandemic weighing on their shoulders.

It’s hard for them to see the silver lining in this world.

It’s hard for them to imagine a happier future. For some, it’s hard to imagine a future at all…

Can’t forget about all that peer pressure!

Most teenage social interactions over the last two years happened online.

Teens are self-conscious. These last two years in the online world sure didn’t help.

They’ve spent too much time on social media, comparing themselves to others and comparing themselves to seemingly picture perfect celebrities and influencers. 

Teens today are struggling more with their self-esteem than ever before!

Teens hide behind their large hooded sweaters and masks. They blend into the crowd, too afraid to stand out and be picked on.

They try to slip under the cracks. They avoid expressing themselves, trying anything new, or showing themselves for who they are.

Some might even make poor choices, costly choices, just to fit in with the crowd. They go against their conscience and true self to hang with the cool kids.

They become someone they’re not.

But how can they not?! 

In middle school, it's either eat, or be eaten…

What are parents to do?

They have front-row seats to watch their teen struggling to keep afloat.

They want what's best for their teens. 

But they don’t always know how to help.

And teens don't make it easy on their parents. They avoid conversations. They say that nothing is wrong.

Really, they don’t want their parents to see how much is actually wrong.

But parents aren’t blind. They know when something’s up.

How can we help them THRIVE, not just survive?

Thriving teens this way!

Gratitude is powerful—powerful enough to change the world! 

And it deserves recognition every day! (Not just on Thanksgiving…)

Gratitude has the power to:

• Decrease stress and anxiety
• Boost confidence and self-esteem 
• Build resilience to overcome adversity
• Open our eyes to different perspectives
• Boost immune system and improve health

So why don’t we talk about it more? 

I have been an educator for the last seven years.

I’ve worked with teens and seen their struggles first hand… 

These struggles are nothing like what I remembered from my middle school days. 

Those days were hard, but the world has changed... It's become harder. 

I’ve seen it change, from inside the classroom.

Teens are lacking social skills, emotional intelligence, and the confidence to be themselves. 

I had a hard time in middle school… and then again in high school… and once again, when I became an adult.

No one taught me these valuable skills I needed to thrive as a growing teen. 

It wasn’t until I hit rock bottom at twenty-one when I began to learn about the power of gratitude… 

Gratitude turned my life around. 

It has the power to turn our teens’ lives around…

Teens shouldn’t have to hit rock bottom to unlock the power of gratitude.

Introducing the all-in-one Gratitude Journal for Teens
By Kids Yoga Stories and Cassandra Troughton!

This Gratitude Journal contains twelve weeks of journal prompts, reflection questions, breathing exercises, and positive-affirmation mandala coloring pages to help Teens discover themselves, embrace their uniqueness, and flourish into confident, compassionate and grateful human beings. 

This journal helps your teen THRIVE, not just survive!

This Gratitude Journal is More Than JUST Any Old Gratitude Journal…

It contains…

• 12 Weeks of Gratitude Prompts with a new question every day so teens can build the habit of gratitude into their lives by committing to a little each day. 

• Themed Weeks so teens can develop self-love and gratitude for themselves, others, experiences, and the world around them.

• Evening Reflection Questions so teens can reflect on their day to learn and grow from their experiences. No more ruminating!

• Monthly Gratitude Challenges that gently nudge teens outside of their comfort zone by showing them how to appreciate others and live happier lives by spreading gratitude around.
  
  

• Breath of the Month and Constant Reminders to connect with their breath so teens have different strategies to regulate their emotions and deal with stress and adversity.
  
  
• Positive Affirmation Coloring Pages so teens can gain confidence and appreciate themselves for who they are and what makes them unique. These pages also provide a creative outlet to let out their emotions and destress.
  
  
• Positive Quotes on every page that will inspire teens and expose them to positive thoughts and a growth mindset.
  
  

• Quick and Easy Format that takes only a few minutes each day so teens can easily stay committed to a practice of gratitude. It’s simple enough to complete and engaging enough to stick with!

• Clean, Mature Design so teens can feel like the young adults they are growing up to be.

All components of this Gratitude Journal are designed to help self-conscious, developing teens work through a crucial point in this post-lockdown life by cultivating gratitude, self-awareness, and positive self-talk. 

Teens will gain appreciation for themselves, others, and the world around them.

But how is a journal supposed to do all that?

Daily journaling does wonders! It offers and outlet to get thoughts out of our heads to prevent rumination. It allows us to reflect and learn from experiences. 

Teens need a little bit of guidance, though, even if they don’t want it. 

This Gratitude Journal uses weekly themed prompts to get teens thinking about different aspects of their lives! Things that they might not have given much thought to before.

The Weekly Themes:

• Praise Your People - Your teen will show some appreciation for others who contribute positively to their lives.
• Actions Speak Louder than Words - Your teen will express gratitude for the things others do for them and they do for others.
• Show Yourself Some Love - Your teen will gain self-compassion and appreciation for the things that make them, them.
• Moments That Last - Your teen can take a moment to appreciate both the extraordinary and ordinary moments they come by.
• Love for My Community - Your teen will gain awareness for the places in their community and appreciate their surroundings.
• The World is our Home - Your teen will practice giving back to the earth and show the world some love.
• Things We Often Take for Granted - It’s those little things we don’t often think of… Your teen will learn to look for the little things that make life worth it.

These daily prompts will give your teen a little bit of guidance, without making them feel like an overbearing adult is forcing advice on them.

With a NEW gratitude question, EVERY DAY for twelve weeks, this Gratitude Journal is anything but boring!

"I would buy 8 copies of this journal if I could..."

-Grade 9 Student

Your teen will be ready to let their authentic self shine! 

Imagine if your teenager was: 

• Confident enough in their own skin to speak up and make the right choices for them
• Appreciative and able to express that appreciation
• Able to use positive strategies to regulate mood swings 
• A resilient being prepared to take on the challenges and navigate the uncertainties of teenage life…
• Growing into a compassionate young adult right before your very eyes!

What would that mean for you and your home?

• Peace of mind, knowing your teen will be okay and can handle life's challenges…
• Sense of relief, not having to worry about your teen’s choices…
• A calm home, where everyone is open and understanding of one another…
• A tight family unit where trust is built on open, honest communication…

Yes,  Gratitude Journal for Teens can do all this! 

This journal is intended to help self-conscious, developing teens by cultivating gratitude, self-awareness, positive self-talk, and appreciation for themselves, others, and the world around them.

And the benefits don’t stop there!

They expand outward to family and friends! 

Gratitude improves your health too!

“Ten minutes of gratitude a day, three times a day, strengthens the immune system by 50%. The body begins to produce a chemical called Immunoglobulin A (IGA)—your body’s primary defense against bacteria and virus.
It’s your body’s natural flu shot”

- Dr. Joe Dispenza

The best part is that you won’t just get the Gratitude Journal for Teens!
You will also receive three supporting resources in this Mindful Teens Pack to help your teens further explore, excavate, and promote self-compassion. 

Regular Price = $34.85

But for the next TWO DAYS ONLY…

You’ll get all this for ONLY $19.95!

We believe in the power of gratitude here at Kids Yoga Stories! We believe our Gratitude Journal has the capacity to change lives and help teens navigate post-pandemic life. 

So during this sale, when you buy our Mindful Teens Pack, we encourage you to share a digital copy of the Teen Gratitude Journal with a friend for FREE! 

One for YOUR teen and one to pass along to a friend! 

Having a friend to keep your teen accountable will ensure success! For both of them!

Let's see how many teens we can get our Gratitude Journals out to by midnight tonight! Our mission is to heal teens with the power of gratitude!

"Can you let me know when this journal comes out so I can get my parents to buy it?"

- Grade 7 Student

“Last night I decided to check out Instagram and the Gratitude Cards for Teens popped up and I thought. "WOW! Kids Yoga Stories should get these cards. These are great!!" And then I saw it WAS from Kids Yoga Stories (and specifically, you!! Cassandra!)  So as soon as I got into work this morning, I ordered them! I'm excited to use them! Next week I'm working with a group of foster and independent living teens through our county's children and youth agency.
And these sweet cards were just the thing I was looking for!”

- Amy Ketner, School Counselor