CARMELA PILEGGI is a child and youth care practitioner and educational support specialist in Toronto, Ontario. She combined her passion for mental health advocacy and her lived experience with grief and trauma to found Girls Gotta Heal, a platform and community supporting young people navigating grief and loss. Follow Carmela on Instagram @girlsgottaheal or visit www.girlsgottaheal.com.
It's difficult to face the depth of our mind, and this journal truly helps to shift perspective. The prompts provide clear instructions on how to grow, heal, and gain clarity even through the darkest times. --Dr. Kristen Casey, clinical psychologist, social media contributor, and author During a time when so much of life feels uncertain, and connection has been redefined, this journal offers someone the friend and connection they have craved. Filled with empowering, thought-provoking affirmations with room to self-reflect and go inward, this is a gift to someone doing deep inner work who needs to go gentler on themselves, engage in more self-love, and believe it is possible to be whatever beautiful way of living is hoped for deep within, waiting to come out! --Gina Moffa, LCSW The perfect journal for beginners and anyone looking to work toward growth, healing, and self-awareness. Carm offers a warm and encouraging perspective on a number of life's challenges, while gently guiding you on a journey of self-love, knowledge, and compassion. Each reflection piece is well organized, thought-provoking, and offers guidance for putting your affirmations and reflections into practice. I'm happy to recommend this book to anyone who is looking to add journaling to their self-care routine! --Samantha Mirarchi, registered social worker, psychotherapist