The 5-Minute Mindfulness Journal for Teens: Practices to Improve Focus, Relieve Anxiety, and Find Calm

"'Wow!' That was my first thought after reading Dr. Dingus' 5 Minute Mindfulness Journal for Teens. I was blown away by the art as well as the engaging questions. In working with teens, I feel it is imperative to have prompts that are concise and thought-provoking as those questions tend to elicit responses with the same characteristics. The exercises are simple yet powerful, as well as her engagement of social media and what their experiences are with apps. As a clinician, I recommend this journal, and as a father of a teenager, I cannot recommend this enough."

"The 5-Minute Mindfulness Journal for Teens is a must-have for every teen! As the world is ever-changing, teenagers are faced with an overload of pressure —not only struggling with trying to figure themselves out but also to meet the expectations of family, friends, and society in general. Dr. Dingus Kuehlen touched on these topics and more by using a teen-friendly mindfulness approach that can assist teens with learning how to navigate through life in a safe and healthy manner by getting in touch with themselves, their feelings, and how to establish safe boundaries. The tools provided will…

"This is a great practical guide to introduce these core concepts of emotional regulation for teens. Well written and easy to use."

"The 5-Minute Mindfulness Journal for Teens is a great resource for teens and their parents alike! Written in a very approachable way, Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen is able to explain the concept of mindfulness in language that is easy for teens to grasp and apply in their everyday lives and relationships. This is a go-to book for any teen who is looking for practical ways to find some calm in the often stressful time of adolescence. The author has provided many great exercises to help them tune into their emotions, self-soothe, and decrease the anxiety that can come with the complex process of…

"What a great resource! The prompts are engaging and simple. This book is designed so beautifully, and everything is written with such warm and relatable language. I cannot wait to use this with my teen and college-aged clients! I am sure they will love it as much as I do!" —Dr. Jade Hunter PhD, LPC, LMFT, associate, counselor, and owner of Dr. J Therapy PLLC