Product Description
by Jenna Hermans (Author), Carole Chevalier (Illustrator)
Chaos to Calm, developed by Jenna Hermans, a businesswoman and mother of four, utilizes easy-to-implement strategic tools and philosophies to show that moms can find calm and joy amidst the chaos of their everyday lives, all while staying deeply connected to their families.
2023 FOREWORD INDIES FINALIST 2023 PUBWEST DESIGN AWARDS WINNER 2024 IBPA BENJAMIN FRANKLIN AWARDS WINNER GOLD Chaos to Calm is the guide every busy parent needs to help streamline their endless daily tasks. Using examples from various parents, along with insights from her own experiences, author and businesswoman Jenna Hermans shows us that achieving and maintaining calm is possible, enabling us to take control of the chaos and focus on what really matters. The chapters cover five targeted topics--Efficiency, Habits, Communication, Community, and Self-Care. Each section includes practical how-tos and simple tasks anyone can undertake to reduce the frenetic pace of everyday life. Chaos to Calm is an invitation to move forward with well-thought-out, practical plans that prove everything can get done without losing your cool. PRAISE FOR CHAOS TO CALM "This book is chock full of simple, small changes that can bring us back to calm and, ultimately, make a big difference in how we connect with ourselves and others. It's what every parent needs in their life, right now!" --Fran Hauser, author of Embrace the Work, Love Your Career and The Myth of the Nice Girl "Insightful, practical, humorous, and relatable, Jenna Hermans has written a must-read for anyone who wants to have more calm and happiness in their life." --Peggy Klaus, Fortune 500 communication coach and the author of The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: Workplace Lessons Smart People Wish They'd Learned SoonerAuthor Biography
Jenna Hermans is living proof that you can create a life of calm within chaos and overwhelm. She uses her bachelor's degree in psychology, master's degree in organizational management, and over fifteen years of human resources experience to build strong teams and company cultures. Jenna is the co-founder and COO of Be Courageous and the founder of Chaos to Calm. She manages the businesses, family operations, and kids' schedules, all while nurturing her sanity and promoting calm. She lives in the SF bay area with her husband and four kids.
Carole Chevalier is a French graphic designer and published illustrator. After more than 5 years living in beautiful North Wales, where she started her career as a graphic designer, she returned to France to continue pursuing her career. She loves working on cute illustrations, beautiful hand-crafted typography and creative branding. She now lives in Brittany, France, with her husband.
