Self-love and self-esteem go hand in hand and should be taught early and often. The benefits of early cultivation of a healthy self-esteem will stay with a child through adolescence and into adulthood. Self-talk, using simple spoken affirmations, is one of many ways to teach self-love and I'm Awesome! I'm Cool! does just that.

When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Short coily hair. Deep, dark brown eyes. Golden brown skin. Or maybe you see long wavy hair. Green eyes. Skin with various shades of brown. Either way, be proud. Be awesome. Using simple, spoken positive affirmations, I'm Awesome! I'm Cool! is a book about teaching our children to love themselves unapologetically, and to be proud of who they are and what they can become.

Christina Phillips is a graduate of Hampton University where she obtained her bachelor's of science degree in nursing. She later graduated from Simmons University where she obtained her master's degree in nursing. She is currently working as a Nurse Practitioner in Virginia, where she resides with her family. As a healthcare provider, Christina recognizes the long-term benefits of fostering self-love and building healthy self-esteem early in life. Through her words, she hopes to demonstrate how a simple positive affirmation can make a lasting impact on a child's life and beyond.