Goom Finds His Happy Place

"Goom Finds His Happy Place." A Storybook for the Mental‑Health Revolution

What happens when a magical being from a world of effortless joy crash‑lands on Earth and discovers confusion, loneliness, and fear? He learns the truth: the magic he was missing has been inside him all along.

Goom Finds His Happy Place isn't just another cute picture book; it's a tool for teaching kids how to regulate their emotions in a world that doesn't do it for them. This beautifully illustrated story follows Goom, a curious creature who can't fly, can't manifest anything at will, and suddenly has to grapple with sadness and loneliness. Guided by a simple mindfulness practice, he discovers how to feel safe, happy and connected wherever he is.

Why This Story Matters Now:

Children are living through an unprecedented mental‑health crisis. Research shows that mindfulness practices can improve social‑emotional skills, raise academic achievement by 11%, and reduce misbehavior and mental‑health problems by about 10%waterford.org. Another study found that children with higher levels of mindfulness reported less stress, anxiety, depression and negative emotions; mindfulness even buffered the link between pandemic stress and negative affectpmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. In other words, mindfulness isn't a buzzword, it's a brain‑changer.

Yet most children's books don't teach kids how to find peace within themselves. Goom Finds His Happy Place fills that gap. Through Goom's journey and a practical exercise at the end, young readers (and their grown‑ups) learn how to turn inward, breathe, and rediscover their own "happy place."

A Heartfelt Journey from Confusion to Clarity for Children Ages 5 and Up

Goom was once a magical being, full of light and joy. But after arriving on Earth, he feels lost, anxious, and completely disconnected. What happened to his spark?

In this uplifting picture book, young readers follow Goom's emotional adventure as he learns to reconnect with his true self. With the help of a special teacher, Goom discovers a powerful truth: his happy place was never lost, it was within him all along.
Goom Finds His Happy Place teaches children:

• How to cope with difficult feelings like fear, sadness, and overwhelm

• That they are already powerful, whole, and deeply loved

• Simple tools like breathing, visualization, and inner reflection

Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom mindfulness moments, or as part of a social-emotional curriculum, this story is a gentle guide for kids learning how to manage their emotions and trust their inner wisdom.

Includes a bonus guided meditation via QR code to help children find their own "happy place" just like Goom.

If your child loved The Invisible String, I Am Peace, or The Color Monster, they'll connect deeply with Goom's magical journey of self-awareness and calm.