Create Your Own Calm: A Journal for Quieting Anxiety

Since my early 20's, I've dealt with bouts of anxiety that usually result in sleepless nights, a pit in my stomach, or dreams where my teeth fall out. Now I am in my 30's, facing a world of unknowns and uncertainties that I didn't know were possible. In September, I entered my fourth year of teaching high school...in a pandemic. I probably don't need to explain beyond that why my anxiety has risen to new heights. I decided to search for something to help me get through this unpredictable year, and thankfully I stumbled upon this beautiful journal.Create Your Own Calm has taught me that when I check in with myself, and pay attention to my fears/inner voice, I can begin to deconstruct and understand the roots of my anxiety. It has provided me with structure and tools to help me confront my anxiety through helpful exercises (mental and physical), thoughtful quotes, and Meera Lee Patel's encouraging voice. This special journal has found a permanent place on my desk and in my daily routine.

It's pretty amazing this book was published when it was. I'm writing this review in October of 2020 and I'm feeling extra weighed down by the heaviness of the year (though I know the content will be applicable in any year because, unfortunately, anxiety and fear will always be something we all have to manage).CREATE YOUR OWN CALM came into my life at the perfect moment. I've been working through it and the thoughtful prompts ground me and bring me back to what is most important. I can tackle it piece by piece or work through several pages at once, it's kind of a choose your own adventure.The journaling part is great but so is the art! The quotes add important Iperspective...plus they're beautiful! I love having this sit on my coffee table because it's so darn pretty. Every page is a masterpiece.I will be buying these for friends! Highly recommend.

Love this little journal so much. Combination of beautiful quotes, writing prompts, questions, and illustration opportunities.

This book is absolutely gorgeous. The images on the pages are vibrant and beautiful. The prompts are on point and great for encouraging you to process emotions and identifying things within and beyond personal control. I recommend this book to patients regularly, especially those who struggle with journaling.

Love this journal! I've bought a few to give as gifts and have gotten great feedback from them. I'll buy more in the future! So beautiful, well thought out, artistic and great prompts.

This book is essentially CBT based and helps you alter your thought process through nice prompts and pretty watercolor illustrations. I've enjoyed going through the book doing the different activities and writings. I recommend this book! :)

This journal is GORGEOUS! I LOVE all the illustrations and inspirational quotes on every page! I look forward to writing in this journal every day!!

After ”Start Where You Are” and ”My Friend Fear” - This is my third book from Meera Lee’s collection.CREAT YOUR OWN CALM - helped me understanding, confronting and relieving my deep-rooted anxieties. I found this book very soothing As always motivational quotes, beautiful art work and activities that inspire you to deep dive within to help the soul searching are the forte of Meera’s books. I highly recommend to all who are looking for peace from within!