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Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller

I am human
I am a work in progress
Striving to be the best version of ME

From the picture book dream team behind I Am Yoga and I Am Peace comes the third book in their wellness series: I Am Human. A hopeful…

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1 author picked I Am Human as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I appreciate this book because it showcases the importance of kindness to ourselves, first and foremost. And when we are kind to ourselves, being kind to others is a natural extension.

It helps readers to become self-aware and vulnerable and understand that we all make mistakes. We also have the power to learn from them and the agency to make better choices and move forward. I also really love Peter Reynolds' colorful and emotional illustrations.

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