You Matter

We all have days when we feel not quite right, and we all experience these feelings in our own way.

You Matter: Be Your Own Best Friend will show you simple things you can do to help yourself feel better.

There are simple ways to explore your emotions, and this book will help you find the tools to focus, boost your energy, and shift troubling worries.

It’s fun to use, easy to do, and you just might find it becomes your second best-friend!

Endorsements:

“A delightful, accessible and creative resource to support young people’s wellbeing. The clear explanations and practical exercises offer choice empowerment and independence in developing self-awareness. This timely publication gently and safely supports young people to connect to themselves.”
-Belinda Densley, Masters of Counselling and Psychotherapy

“Fantastic for young people to develop a positive sense of self and personal awareness. This book gives them the tools they need.”
-Kerryn Williams, Teacher, Masters of Wellbeing

About the Authors

Sue Lawson is an award-winning author who is passionate about encouraging young people's love of writing and reading. Her books are recognized for the sensitive way they explore the exciting and heartbreaking complexities of adolescence. Sue has won many awards including the CBCA's Book of the Year Award.

Sue Hindle is a nurturer at heart with over 25 years of personal practise and research into wellbeing, energy healing and sound. As a Reiki therapist, sound healer and singer/songwriter she offers supportive and empowering sessions for children and adults.

About the Illustrator

Prue Pittock was born in Melbourne. After studying art and design she worked in advertising, which led to her dream job, illustrating and designing record covers for EMI Australia. Working mainly in two colours, Prue developed her own style and the love of limited palette. Prue is the illustrator of the CBCA shortlisted book Matthew Flinders: Adventures on Leaky Ships.