The Mind Is Just Like A Muscle: A Self-Help Books For Teens On Growing Up in Modern America

Growing up in today's world can be really difficult for teens. They are trying to figure out who they are while finding their place in the world. They are building their plane while flying it.The Mind Is Just Like A Muscle is a self-esteem workbook for teens that makes this daunting task not as intimidating. Through examples from science, history, and psychology, teens will: Learn about the unique qualities that make us human and how those qualities act as a filter for our experiences growing up in modern America. Learn why things - people, places, ideas - that aren't familiar to us can feel scary or create fear. Build awareness around how our brains shape our experiences, and how the increasing interconnectedness of the modern era in turn affects us on an individual level and on a societal level. This book encourages teens to exercise their brains by building awareness of life both inside and outside the household. Like any other muscle, the human brain needs exercise to get stronger. This book shares exercises and insights to help teens make that happen.