Sara Parker

Tame My Viking Brain Sara Parker

My Viking Brain is at it again! My emotions have gone 'Viking'. Mom says to stop playing my video game. Viking Warrior Brain says "attack".
I get grounded. Oh well. At least I have my favorite cookie for a snack. Until my sister eats it. I scream at her. She screams at me. Mom screams at both of us. It is full Viking. We end up in tears. It feels awkward watching my mom cry, but I'm angry. Why do I get in trouble over and over again? I want to be good. But once I'm angry it's like my brain gets hijacked. Want to know a secret? It does. Something called the amygdala (I like to call it 'Viking Brain') wants to protect me so it takes over and makes it hard to control my emotions. It can cause a FIASCO. At night I think of everything that could go wrong. My best friend is hanging out with someone else. Does she still like me? Mom says she is supposed to be home by 8. It's 8:30. Did she get in an accident? I haven't seen my cat. Is my cat okay? Did he die? All these thoughts make me worry. My stomach and head hurt. My Viking brain is at it again. It is over protecting me. The amygdala warns me of danger that might not ever happen. Being a Viking isn't bad. In fact, it is amazing. I am compassionate, adventurous, passionate and extra creative. I think out of the box. "Tame the Viking Brain" is the first book in an eight-part series to help Viking kids, teens and adults learn how to deal with anxiety and strong emotions. Science has shown that we can rewire the brain to better handle emotions. Tame the Viking Brain is based on neuroscience, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology. Become an expert on your own brain and learn tools to empower your Viking Brain. Because let's face it. Vikings are cool.