Come out of the Storm and into the light Adolescent Version.

Adolescence is a time of rapid change emotionally, socially, and physically and it is not uncommon for young people to feel overwhelmed by what they are experiencing. Just like younger children and adults, adolescents can struggle to find the words that accurately describe how they feel. When emotions are intense or unfamiliar, the lack of language can make those feelings harder to understand, manage, or share with others. This book has been created to help fill that gap by offering clear, supportive language to describe thoughts and emotions as they arise. The pace of life during adolescents can be demanding. Academic pressures, sports and extracurricular commitments, friendships, social media, and expectations around identity and self-presentation can all contribute to a sense of constant pressure. Young people may feel pulled in many directions at once, with little time to pause and reflect. When demands begin to outweigh coping skills, even everyday tasks can feel overwhelming. 

This take-home book and workbook is designed as a practical and reassuring resource for adolescents and the adults who support them. It helps young people recognise what they are feeling, understand why those feelings might be present, and learn ways to respond more helpfully. Through guided exercises, reflection, and age appropriate explanations, the book encourages self-awareness and emotional literacy, allowing adolescents to express themselves with greater confidence. The workbook also introduces simple strategies that can be practised over time to help manage stress, regulate emotions, and build resilience. These tools are not quick fixes, but skills that grow stronger with patience and repetition. With continued use, both adolescents and adults may begin to notice positive changes in how challenges are approached and how emotions are managed. Above all, this book is about normalising experience and creating connection. It reassures adolescents that they are not alone in how they feel and that struggling does not mean failing. It also provides adults with a shared framework and language to support open, meaningful conversations about mental health. By learning to name emotions, reflect on experiences, and practice healthier responses, young people can begin to feel more in control of their inner world and better equipped to navigate the complexities of adolescence.