Quarter Finalist
Assessment:
Idea/Concept: An adolescent may not understand the underlying reasons for self-defeating behavior, a topic this exceptional book explores in clear detail. The text is perfectly slanted toward teenagers, but parents of teens and distressed adults will also find this material worthy of pursuit.
Prose: Conversational, friendly, and approachable, the tone to this workbook/guide encourages a slow immersion in a self-discovery process that may be uncomfortable. This carefully implemented procedure sparks curiosity and desire to resolve all that is wrong in one’s psyche, though at times it repeats direction and relies heavily on hypothetical questions.
Originality: Self-help textbooks for adolescents may inundate the literary marketplace, but this outstanding title surpasses the majority in its creative yet uncomplicated presentation of life-altering advice. A winner stands behind this valuable toolbox, a gleaming treasure chest for anyone who needs a psychological boost.
Execution: In this second book of Words of Wisdom for Teens, the conscious versus subconscious mind is addressed in simple language suitable for goal-oriented youth. Topnotch analogies and real-life examples make complex functions of the brain easy to comprehend, allowing a troubled individual to use this newly learned information to solve problems.
Date Submitted: November 06, 2019