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I Say I'm Fine, But I'm Not
About the Book
Have you ever said “I’m fine” when you really weren’t?
Maybe you felt hurt but couldn't explain why. Maybe a small misunderstanding turned into an argument. Or maybe you kept your feelings to yourself because you didn't want to upset anyone, only to find those feelings building up inside.
In I Say I'm Fine, But I'm Not, Camille explores a skill we all need but rarely learn in school: how to understand our emotions, care for ourselves, and communicate what we truly feel.
Through relatable everyday stories, insights from psychology, and practical exercises, this book offers a step-by-step guide to building emotional literacy—the ability to recognize, regulate, and express emotions while understanding the feelings of others.
Emotions are not problems to fix or feelings to hide. They are signals that help us better understand ourselves and what matters to us.
What You'll Discover
01 | Recognize Your Emotions
Learn to notice your body's signals, identify emotional triggers, and put your feelings into words.
02 | Regulate Your Emotions
Explore strategies to manage difficult emotions, pause before reacting, and practice self-compassion.
03 | Express Yourself Clearly
Discover how to communicate your feelings and needs effectively while navigating disagreements and misunderstandings.
04 | Build Healthier Relationships
Develop empathy, understand different perspectives, and establish healthy boundaries.
With reflection prompts and practical activities throughout the book, readers are encouraged to apply these skills to their own experiences.
Why I Wrote This Book
Through my work with HerPower, I realized that emotional literacy is a skill everyone can benefit from, regardless of age.
While our workshops provide opportunities for learning and connection, I wanted to create something people could return to whenever they needed guidance or reflection.
This book is an extension of that mission: making emotional literacy education more accessible and encouraging people to better understand themselves and one another.
— Camille Chen
Read with a Purpose
Every purchase makes a difference.
100% of the author's royalties from this book will go toward supporting charitable causes and funding HerPower's educational programs and initiatives.
By purchasing this book, you're not only investing in your own emotional well-being but also helping us make emotional literacy education more accessible to others.
May this book help you make sense of what you feel, find the words to express it, and discover more of who you are.