Table of Contents
Introduction: Spoiler Alert! vii
Chapter 1 "It's Not Me, It's You." 1
1 The Hyper Monkey Mind 2
2 The Constant Digital Chatter 11
3 The Hellish Symptoms 19
4 The Straightforward Biology 23
5 The Triggers 32
6 The Basic Fears 39
7 The Dang Stigma 44
Chapter 2 "I'm Done with Your Lies." 53
1 Lie #l: "You have to know what's wrong." 54
2 Lie #2: "You need to look at me." 58
3 Lie #3: "You must handle it right." 64
4 Lie #4: "You must be in control!" 71
5 Lie #5: "You shouldn't have to do it." 75
6 Lie #6: "You can't trust anyone." 80
7 Lie #7: "You can't." 88
Chapter 3 "I'm a Single-Pringle!" 91
1 Activate Your Power 92
2 Activate Trust 98
3 Activate Motivation 103
4 Activate Responsibility 109
5 Activate Confidence 113
6 Activate Courage 119
7 Activate Your Unique Skills 123
Chapter 4 My Time to Shine 129
1 Embrace Making Meaning 130
2 Embrace Letting Go 137
3 Embrace Realistic Expectations 144
4 Embrace Connection 149
5 Embrace a Positive Mental Attitude 155
6 Embrace Hope 160
7 Embrace Compassion 167
Chapter 5 Self-Care Is the New Health Care 171
1 Prioritize Uplifting Relationships 173
2 Prioritize Energizing Surroundings 177
3 Prioritize Movement 183
4 Prioritize Whole Nourishment 187
5 Prioritize Rest 190
6 Prioritize a Higher Purpose 194
7 Prioritize Creativity 198
Appendix A How to Raise Happy Teens-A Resource for Parents and Caregivers 203
Bibliography 210
Acknowledgments 214
About the Author 215
