Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbook, Volume 2
40 + Fun Activities & Comics to Practice Self-Compassion When Life Feels Hard
Foreword by Dr. Kristin Neff, PhD | Based on Research-Backed MSC-CC
This playful, research-based activity book helps children ages 6–12 practice mindfulness and self-compassion in real-life situations. Through comics, guided activities, and Flame the Dragon’s journey, kids learn how to respond with kindness and courage when life feels challenging.
Volume 2 is especially supportive for kids who struggle with anxiety, anger, self-criticism, or motivation, and for caregivers looking for practical ways to support kids when feelings get stuck or overwhelming.
Volume 2 can be used on its own, though it builds naturally on Volume 1’s foundation of naming emotions, mindful awareness, and introducing self-kindness.
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New to the series?
Volume 2 works as a standalone book. If you’re looking for foundational skills like naming emotions, building mindful awareness, and learning that it’s human to have ups and downs, start with Volume 1.
What Does Volume 2 Help Kids Practice?
Volume 2 invites kids into six adventures across Sweet Meadow and Magic Mountains, where they practice self-compassion skills in moments that feel emotionally intense.
Practice Self-Compassion in Real Moments
Kids don’t just learn about self-compassion. They practice it in real moments. Volume 2 introduces skills like comforting gestures, the three parts of self-compassion, and kind self-talk, then helps kids use them when big emotions arise.
Learn Alongside Flame the Dragon
Kids help Flame work through familiar challenges, including big emotions, sticky thoughts, and hidden feelings. By supporting Flame’s journey, kids practice self-compassion strategies they can use in their lives.
Build a Personal Resilience Toolkit
The five Resilience Habit Animals help kids explore different ways to respond when emotions show up, so they can discover which habits support them best in different situations.
These skills support kids in everyday challenges at home, school, and beyond.
“This book is a wonderful resource for helping children understand their inner world with curiosity and care. Through imaginative ‘lands’ and playful learning, this book teaches kids how to notice their emotions, soothe their worries, and meet challenges with both courage and kindness.”
–Dr. Kristin Neff, author of Self-Compassion and Fierce Self-Compassion
Meet Flame and the Resilience Habit Animals
Volume 2 introduces Flame the Dragon and the five Resilience Habit Animals, who guide kids toward helpful responses when emotions feel overwhelming.
Flame the Dragon
Flame struggles with anger, self-doubt, and shame about not being able to fly like other dragons. With support from the Resilience Animals, Flame learns to meet these challenges with self-compassion and brave action.
Resilience Habit Animals
Spots (noticing), Buddy (connection), Snuggles (kindness), Doodles (helpful action), and Sunny (savoring the good) help kids discover which responses support them best when emotions show up.
See Volume 2 Activities in Action
Here’s a peek inside activities that help kids practice self-compassion in moments of worry, frustration, sadness, and self-doubt.
How Do Volumes 1 and 2 Work Together?
Volume 1 builds the foundation. Volume 2 focuses on practice.
Volume 1: Foundation
- Naming and accepting emotions
- Building mindful awareness
- Introducing self-kindness
- Understanding “I am not alone”
Volume 2: Practice
- Practicing self-compassion when emotions are intense
- Learning comforting gestures and the three parts of self-compassion
- Working with worry, anger, self-criticism, and motivation
- Building habits kids can use independently
Volume 2 can be used on its own, but many families find it most supportive after completing Volume 1.
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Related Testimonials
“After working through the activities in the workbooks, I observe that my eight-year old is gradually more open to practicing self-compassion when she is having a hard time. I don’t notice huge, amazing changes, but I do notice changes that I believe will be long-lasting and will genuinely help her into adulthood. Completing this workbook for my daughter helps me feel like she is going to be okay!”
“I think it’s fun that there are pictures of real kids by the quotes that those kids said. Sometimes, I actually want to do the workbook because it really helps me.“
–Mother-Daughter Pair
“This workbook is a great resource both for parents to use with their children and for therapists to use with clients. The self-compassion practices and the resilience habits Jamie describes can help alleviate many mental health challenges from anxiety to depression to OCD. Jamie does an amazing job of making these concepts fun for children to learn.“
–Rebecca P., Therapist
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