Spring Mental Reset for Teens

Explore stress, confidence, mindfulness, and resilience with these librarian-recommended reads for teens.

Updated March 30, 2026
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The resilient teen : 10 key skills to bounce back from setbacks and turn stress into success
Raja, Sheela
Paper Book
"Well researched and up to date, including the acknowledgement of teens' struggles with the Covid-19 pandemic.... Belongs on every young adult's bookshelf." --Kirkus Reviews (starred) 10 powerful skills to help you manage stress, bounce back from difficult...
The highly sensitive teen : using your hidden powers to balance emotions, set boundaries, and embrace who you are
Noring, Lea
Paper Book
A teen's guide to surviving--and thriving--with high sensitivity in an insensitive world. Does it ever feel like your emotions are more intense than others? Are you bothered by loud noises, bright lights, or strong smells, or feel overwhelmed by crowds or the prospect of...
What do you really want? : how to set a goal and go for it! a guide for teens
Bachel, Beverly K.
Paper Book
Setting and sticking to goals can ease stress and anxiety, boost concentration, and make life more satisfying. This updated and revised edition of a trusted step-by-step guide helps teens articulate their goals and put them in writing, set priorities and deadlines, overcome obstacles, build a...
Ikigai for teens : finding your reason for being
García, Héctor
Paper Book
A bestselling motivational book based on the Japanese concept of finding happiness in everyday life, now for young readers! The Japanese people say everybody has an "Ikigai," or a reason to live. Some people have found their Ikigai and are aware of it. Other people have it inside, but have not...
Mindfulness & self-compassion for teen ADHD : build executive functioning skills, increase motivation, & improve self-confidence
Bertin, Mark, (Psychologist)
Paper Book
A powerful and compassionate guide for cultivating self-confidence, independence, and the executive functioning skills you need to live your best life! Being a teen with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn't stop you from wanting what almost every other teen wants:...
Laughter yoga : daily practices for health and happiness
Kataria, Madan
Paper Book
Could you use a good laugh? This definitive guide by the founder of the worldwide laughter yoga movement will show you how to giggle your way to good health! Bring laughter into your life at any time of day--no special equipment needed, no new wardrobe, no expensive classes, not...
Stress less : mindfulness for teenagers
Avin, Adam
Paper Book
"Every teenager will get a lot out of this book (and their parents, too)."Rick Hanson, Ph.D., psychologist and New York Times best-selling author of Hardwiring HappinessAdam Avin is a strong believer that mindfulness is the key to coping with...
Think confident, be confident for teens : a cognitive therapy guide to overcoming self-doubt and creating unshakable self-esteem
Fox, Marci G.
Paper Book
Confidence is like a magnet that attracts people to you and helps you get closer to reaching your goals. When you believe in yourself, you send the message that you have the brains, ability, and talent to handle whatever life sends your way. And the truth is, you do! Using powerful...

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