On a bright sunny day, it may feel easy to appreciate the blue sky, sunshine, and fresh air. There are times, however, when we struggle to see or notice the nice sky. The day may be described by some as “pleasant” or “beautiful,” while others may be moving so quickly or experiencing symptoms of stress, anxiety or depression and feel unable to embrace the day. On those cloudy and gray days, an optimistic outlook will show that the sun is still there and in fact still providing all of the wonderful daylight we experience. A more pessimistic, sad, anxious, or depressed outlook will find it difficult to recall that light is still there. Hopefully, if you or your child identifies with the latter, a search for help and support is underway. Meeting with a mental health professional, sharing concerns with friends and family, as well as accepting difficulty and using it as a motivation to change can be tricky but healthy.
These considerations were my motivation for writing the story: The Summer it Rained: How Boppy the Beagle Learned to See the Sun Behind the Clouds
In this online book, you will meet Boppy and his friends, his family, and helpers along the way and discover how to change your or your child’s outlook. You will learn how to build resilience and engage in effective problem solving. This book is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or on my website .
Happy reading and growing!
