I am Brave... and I Know it
Building CLARITY & PERSISTENCE in TEENS
by Sophie Lazarou and Chynna Ho-Young Cadogan

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What does it mean to be brave - how do we want to define bravery? Is being brave loud? Is being brave fierce? Can introverts be brave? Deconstructing the traditional ideals around courage, character, and strength How do we re-write a narrative that teaches our teens about character, compassion, and perseverance? What are the key messages we want to pass along to this age group around the ideas of bravery? Identify critical, limiting ideals, and expand this definition Am I brave? How do I see myself? Why, when, what, and….how our experience shapes us, limits us, contains us, distracts us, defines us…. Do we need to be brave? What does it mean to have courage? Can everyone be fearless? I am Brave…and I Know it is the third book of this empowering children’s trilogy series, specifically for the teen audience. I am Beautiful...and I Know it written for the young child, and I am Brilliant...and I Know it written for the early reader. This collection of teaching books stays with the child and helps guide them as they move through life, offering playful and important messages, personal stories and perspectives while promoting meaningful and provocative conversations. This series was born from Sophie’s best-selling adult book, Beautiful Brilliant and Brave. It is Sophie’s mission to remind all of us, who have the privilege to influence: from parents, grandparents, guardians, and educators, of the kinds of impact we each have, not only on those in our care but also on the next generation.

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SOPHIE LAZAROU is a certified professional Life Coach and makes it her business to empower young people and adults, support and teach effective parenting strategies, and help couples and families build functional and healthy homes. She also uses her voice to motivate and inspire others to embrace and celebrate their greatness, with no apology. www.lifecoachingsophielazarou.com CHYNNA HO-YOUNG CADOGAN attended York University as a member of the Lions Varsity Women's Soccer team and received a BA in Psychology and Kinesiology. More recently, Chynna attended Humber College and attained an Ontario Graduate Certificate in Wellness Coaching. Chynna is passionate about improving the mental well-being of athletes and people of all ages. She hopes to continue inspiring others to follow their path and build confidence within themselves by using their definition of what it means to be brave! Chynna has led workshops for both high school and college-level athletes as she strives to bring awareness to the importance of mental well-being both in sport and life, using her academic background, experiences as a female athlete, and passion for helping others! In addition, Chynna aspires to work with professional athletes and attain a master’s degree in Sport Psychology. For further inquiries, please contact: chynnahoyoungcadogan@gmail.com SUSAN ELIZABETH SHAND is a fine artist, calligrapher and educator in Toronto, Canada. Her lifelong artistic passions are broad and diverse, with commissioned works spanning over 40 years. Unable to hear since two months old, Susan's perseverance to overcome many challenges, and turn hardship into excellence is apparent in everything she does. Susan is a gifted scribe committed to keeping the ancient art of beautiful handwriting alive. She also teaches art, uses art therapy and assists special needs children to explore and express their unique talents. She is known for her playful style, childlike curiosity and desire to inspire young people to discover their incredible gifts of inner strength, character and creativity. To learn more about her artistry or to inquire about her services, reach out to her at shandcalligraphy@rogers.com

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Contributors

Author

Sophie Lazarou

Author

Chynna Ho-Young Cadogan

Illustrator

Susan E. Shand

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