"My Forgotten Self is a beautiful reminder to adults and children alike, about the divine qualities we all possess inside of us. It will help children connect to all that life has to offer from the inside out so they can grow into healthy, fulfilled adults, that will shine their Light onto the world."
--Michal Berg, President and CEO of Spirituality for Kids International, Inc.
"Exquisitely illustrated, My Forgotten Self, reminds children of their inherent knowing of who they are and the life purpose they have been born to fulfill. Read this book to your children and watch how their soul-memory awakens--inviting you to welcome and nourish it. What a gift to parents, caregivers, and adults, who are in a position to encourage a child's self-trust and inner fulfillment.
--Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith, author of Spiritual Liberation and Life Visioning (seen on Oprah's Super
Soul Sunday)
--Michal Berg, President and CEO of Spirituality for Kids International, Inc.
"Exquisitely illustrated, My Forgotten Self, reminds children of their inherent knowing of who they are and the life purpose they have been born to fulfill. Read this book to your children and watch how their soul-memory awakens--inviting you to welcome and nourish it. What a gift to parents, caregivers, and adults, who are in a position to encourage a child's self-trust and inner fulfillment.
--Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith, author of Spiritual Liberation and Life Visioning (seen on Oprah's Super
Soul Sunday)
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Lynyetta was blessed with the opportunity to read her book to two groups of students from the Richland County Public Elementary School (close to 400 students). The school enjoyed the book so much that they purchased 400 COPIES for their students. Check out this short video of the readings with commentary from a teacher and the school principal.
My Forgotten Self has been awarded the 2015 NAUTILUS BOOK AWARD ~ SILVER award for Children's Illustrated Fiction-Awarded to books that "promote Spiritual Growth, Conscious Living, and Positive Social Change as they stimulate the imagination and inspire the reader to new possibilities for a better world."
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My Forgotten Self has received first place for the 2016 Purple Dragonfly Award ~ Picture books, children 6 and older. Awarded to books that "inspire, inform, teach or entertain children. Dragonflies are reminders that we are light and can reflect the light in powerful ways if we choose to do so."
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My Forgotten Self was given the highest 5 STAR RATING by Readers' Favorite Book Review.
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Available in: Softcover~Hardcover~Ebook
My Forgotten Self Book Launch Party photo (2/6/2016)
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Written Reviews:
Endorsements:
"[My Forgotten Self,] a beautiful reminder to enter our true self and remember to hear the essence within!"
--Dr. Shefali Tsabary, Author, The Conscious Parent (seen on Oprah's Lifeclass)
“I must say, the book is wonderful and strikes at my heart, as it must surely do with many others. I would like to use your marvelous quote, 'Do not let others define what they did not create' and put it in my children's rooms. Thank you for this gift.”
--Caroline Jones, Mother of 2 children
"Tiev is the little girl in all of us who are still questioning our gift to humanity. We too can find our answers when we become still and go within. Lynyetta has found a way through a child's heart to teach teens and adults alike."
--Bishop Dr. Barbara King, World Spiritual Leader of Hillside International Truth Center, Atlanta, GA and Author
"Authors send me oodles of multicultural children's books and I try my best to read them all. When I opened the package with My Forgotten Self in it, not only did this book take my breath away, it made my eyes leak! I was absolutely thrilled to read it to my 10-year-old daughter."
--Becky Flansburg, Project manager of the Multicultural Children's Book Day
"...a beautiful story with lovely illustrations that teaches we are all important. This is a powerful message that needs to be shared frequently. My Forgotten Self speaks to all of us about the earthly treasures that we are given: ourselves, our bodies, and our ability to do so many things."
--Readers Favorite Book Review rated *5 STARS* by Award-winning author & reviewer, Emily-Jane Hills Orford
“Empowering as much as it is enlightening, My Forgotten Self is a story that will make young children rejoice in all the possibilities the future hold.”
--Lisa Rojany, Award-winning, lead author of Writing Children’s Books for Dummies
“My Forgotten Self offers an empowering message for any age. It communicates with simplicity the truth of who we really are; the truth that is remembered in the sacred space deep within.”
—Annie Burnside, Author of Soul to Soul Parenting
"I was gripped by the stunningly beautiful story and images of My Forgotten Self. The universal messages of self-acceptance, courage, and discovery are just right for girls and boys of many cultural backgrounds and faith traditions. As a psychologist and parent, I am excited to add this to our family's library!"
--Dr. Elizabeth Maynard, Author and psychology professor at The University of St. Thomas
“Very sweet and uplifting. Your message is inspiring and the illustrations are charming. Very well done.
--Virginia Stringer, Author of Just Maagy, published playwright and grandmother
"My Forgotten Self reminds us that no matter what others say, there is a power within us that gives us all we need to follow our dreams and desires. This is no average 'you can do it' picture book -- this is a moving story that deeply inspires, touches, and encourages the treasure that is our true, sometimes forgotten self."
--Rev. Bronte Colbert, Spiritual Leader, Unity Center for Spiritual Growth, Athens, GA; Children's Author
“Your book is just lovely, so sweet and soulful….we read it at bedtime.”
--Laura Gibson, Mother of 1 child
“Thank you, Lynyetta for writing such an awesome story for girls and women who are all in search of our treasures. May God continue to bless you!”
--Lisa Nelson, Hummingbird-Wellness Certified Health Coach for Children and Families
"Beautifully illustrated and carrying an important message, My Forgotten Self is an inspiring reminder of how beautiful a treasure each one of us is. Share it with someone special in your life!"
--Carl McColman, Author of Befriending Silence and Answering the Contemplative Call
“Our children are born into a world of infinite possibilities but many times spend their formative years experiencing well-meaning adults who don’t want them to get hurt and thus use the words, 'you can’t.' My Forgotten Self by Lynyetta Willis is a wonderful teaching tool that helps our children remember that with God, ALL THINGS are possible. It reminds the young and old reader alike that God, as creativity will not be stifled by human limitation and fear. It also reminds us that each of is a treasure of God’s creativity and are unbound expressions of love. This delightful children’s book is a visual masterpiece with illustrations beautifully created by Michele Phillips that delight the eye as Dr. Willis's words inspire the soul. I plan to read it to my granddaughter as a wonderful reminder of her limitless ability to partner with the God of her very existence."
--Rev. Richard, Burdick, Spiritual Leader, Unity North, Atlanta, Georgia
--Dr. Shefali Tsabary, Author, The Conscious Parent (seen on Oprah's Lifeclass)
“I must say, the book is wonderful and strikes at my heart, as it must surely do with many others. I would like to use your marvelous quote, 'Do not let others define what they did not create' and put it in my children's rooms. Thank you for this gift.”
--Caroline Jones, Mother of 2 children
"Tiev is the little girl in all of us who are still questioning our gift to humanity. We too can find our answers when we become still and go within. Lynyetta has found a way through a child's heart to teach teens and adults alike."
--Bishop Dr. Barbara King, World Spiritual Leader of Hillside International Truth Center, Atlanta, GA and Author
"Authors send me oodles of multicultural children's books and I try my best to read them all. When I opened the package with My Forgotten Self in it, not only did this book take my breath away, it made my eyes leak! I was absolutely thrilled to read it to my 10-year-old daughter."
--Becky Flansburg, Project manager of the Multicultural Children's Book Day
"...a beautiful story with lovely illustrations that teaches we are all important. This is a powerful message that needs to be shared frequently. My Forgotten Self speaks to all of us about the earthly treasures that we are given: ourselves, our bodies, and our ability to do so many things."
--Readers Favorite Book Review rated *5 STARS* by Award-winning author & reviewer, Emily-Jane Hills Orford
“Empowering as much as it is enlightening, My Forgotten Self is a story that will make young children rejoice in all the possibilities the future hold.”
--Lisa Rojany, Award-winning, lead author of Writing Children’s Books for Dummies
“My Forgotten Self offers an empowering message for any age. It communicates with simplicity the truth of who we really are; the truth that is remembered in the sacred space deep within.”
—Annie Burnside, Author of Soul to Soul Parenting
"I was gripped by the stunningly beautiful story and images of My Forgotten Self. The universal messages of self-acceptance, courage, and discovery are just right for girls and boys of many cultural backgrounds and faith traditions. As a psychologist and parent, I am excited to add this to our family's library!"
--Dr. Elizabeth Maynard, Author and psychology professor at The University of St. Thomas
“Very sweet and uplifting. Your message is inspiring and the illustrations are charming. Very well done.
--Virginia Stringer, Author of Just Maagy, published playwright and grandmother
"My Forgotten Self reminds us that no matter what others say, there is a power within us that gives us all we need to follow our dreams and desires. This is no average 'you can do it' picture book -- this is a moving story that deeply inspires, touches, and encourages the treasure that is our true, sometimes forgotten self."
--Rev. Bronte Colbert, Spiritual Leader, Unity Center for Spiritual Growth, Athens, GA; Children's Author
“Your book is just lovely, so sweet and soulful….we read it at bedtime.”
--Laura Gibson, Mother of 1 child
“Thank you, Lynyetta for writing such an awesome story for girls and women who are all in search of our treasures. May God continue to bless you!”
--Lisa Nelson, Hummingbird-Wellness Certified Health Coach for Children and Families
"Beautifully illustrated and carrying an important message, My Forgotten Self is an inspiring reminder of how beautiful a treasure each one of us is. Share it with someone special in your life!"
--Carl McColman, Author of Befriending Silence and Answering the Contemplative Call
“Our children are born into a world of infinite possibilities but many times spend their formative years experiencing well-meaning adults who don’t want them to get hurt and thus use the words, 'you can’t.' My Forgotten Self by Lynyetta Willis is a wonderful teaching tool that helps our children remember that with God, ALL THINGS are possible. It reminds the young and old reader alike that God, as creativity will not be stifled by human limitation and fear. It also reminds us that each of is a treasure of God’s creativity and are unbound expressions of love. This delightful children’s book is a visual masterpiece with illustrations beautifully created by Michele Phillips that delight the eye as Dr. Willis's words inspire the soul. I plan to read it to my granddaughter as a wonderful reminder of her limitless ability to partner with the God of her very existence."
--Rev. Richard, Burdick, Spiritual Leader, Unity North, Atlanta, Georgia
"Do not let others define what they did not create. You are a Treasure.
Remember this now and forever!"
ILLUSTRATIONS
Cover of "My Forgotten Self"
Illustrations by Michele Phillips
About the Author
Dr. Lynyetta G. Willis is a counseling psychologist, multi-award-winning author, teacher, speaker, and blogger. For more than 15 years, she has used her words to empower adults, teens, children, and families on their healing journeys. She specializes in spiritually-centered therapy, trauma healing, and mindful parenting. Dr. Willis delivers inspirational messages with practical guidance and particularly enjoys speaking and conducting workshops on the importance of living in alignment with our highest selves to heal, obtain guidance, and maintain inner peace. She has also made numerous appearances on television and radio shows as a spiritual teacher, parenting, and trauma expert. Learn More > >
Dr. Lynyetta G. Willis is a counseling psychologist, multi-award-winning author, teacher, speaker, and blogger. For more than 15 years, she has used her words to empower adults, teens, children, and families on their healing journeys. She specializes in spiritually-centered therapy, trauma healing, and mindful parenting. Dr. Willis delivers inspirational messages with practical guidance and particularly enjoys speaking and conducting workshops on the importance of living in alignment with our highest selves to heal, obtain guidance, and maintain inner peace. She has also made numerous appearances on television and radio shows as a spiritual teacher, parenting, and trauma expert. Learn More > >