Myg and Me

A-myg-da-la....Amygdala. But I just say Myg. I want to tell you about Myg. How Myg looks out for me, how Myg helps to keep me safe and why Myg is always there. And why sometimes Myg works too hard and I have to take charge! This charming storybook introduces Myg the Amygdala within the context of 'my brilliant brain' - giving children usable knowledge to help them understand what happens when they feel worried or anxious. Alongside vibrant and engaging illustrations this book: Teaches children what anxiety is, where it comes from, and why it happens. Provides easy to understand and relatable context so that children can correctly identify and anticipate their emotions, helping them to understand that they can be in control of their feelings, their thoughts and their actions. Shares simple strategies and encouragement for children to manage their anxiety and self-calm, teaching them that they do not have to be controlled and limited by their fears and anxieties. Communicates that everyone feels anxiety and it's okay to ask for help. Designed for use alongside the guidebook titled A Practical Resource for Understanding Anxiety and Implementing Self-Calming, this book will be an important tool for teachers, support staff, therapists and parents seekingto enhance children's resilience, wellbeing and emotional health development--