How To Stay Sane In This Crazy World by Rebekah Lipp

"This book provides us and our teens with the gentle nudge we need to form new habits and rethink what’s contributing to us feeling good, or not-so-much! The author and narrator, Bex Lipp, does this beautifully and so it’s an optimistic, hope-filled book. . . It’s a guide to living our best lives, with Bex cheering us on every step of the way." — Anna Mowat has a background in psychology, and as director of Real Collective and Real Parents, she works across many national projects that support children’s wellbeing

Life can feel overwhelming at times, for teens, for parents, for all of us! How To Stay Sane In This Crazy World is a warm, practical book filled with bite-sized pieces of wisdom designed to help us navigate the ups and downs of life with a little more ease and hope.

Bex, who has walked through her own struggles with anxiety and low mood, shares the very tools that helped her move from a dark place into one of growth and possibility. With relatable stories, encouraging words, and practical strategies, this book speaks directly to teenagers and adults alike,  anyone who sometimes finds the world a bit “too much”, and isn't this really all of us?

Rather than offering quick fixes, In This Crazy World is about building habits and perspectives that support resilience, self-compassion, and hope. It’s a gentle reminder that even in difficult times, small steps can move us toward a brighter future.

How you might use this book:

• Encourage your teen (or yourself) to read a few pages at a time - the short sections make it easy to dip in and out without overwhelm.
• Keep it nearby for those “hard days” when you need a reminder that you’re not alone.
• Use the ideas as starting points for family kōrero about stress, coping, and what helps us feel grounded.

About the author:

Rebekah Lipp is a mum of three who is passionate about helping children build healthy emotional wellbeing. Having experienced her own struggles with processing emotions as a child, teen, and young adult, she is determined to create change for future generations.

Rebekah believes that understanding and expressing emotions builds resilience and confidence, allowing tamariki to move forward without carrying unnecessary hurt. Through her writing and projects, she encourages whānau to view emotions as valuable signals and to create safe, supportive spaces for children to grow.