Feelings Are Like Farts by Christopher Willard

We all have them! And we have to live with them, even when they’re inconvenient, unpleasant, or surprising.

They might come out of nowhere! It’s definitely not a good idea to hold them in for too long. But among friends and family, they are usually no big deal.

Striking a perfect balance of funny and factual, this charming picture book encourages young readers to accept their emotions (and their farts) without shame, even when they really stink.

A humorous picture book that helps readers understand that feelings, just like farts, are natural, universal, and fleeting.

About the Author: Dr. Christopher Willard is an author and educator who teaches at Harvard Medical School. He is an established speaker in both meditation and psychotherapy communities, and regularly leads workshops and presents at conferences around the world.
Tara Wosiski is an artist, author and art educator. She teaches mindfulness to children and adults and creates large scale community artworks designed to produce experiences of awe. She is deeply connected to nature and has a life-long passion for learning about the brain.

Toshiki Nakamura was born and raised in Japan. He lived in San Francisco after earning a B.A. in Politics and now works as a freelance character designer/visual development artist based in Japan. He also works in children’s publishing illustrating picture books.

19 May 2025
 

Feelings Are Like Farts by Christopher Willard ISBN 9781250903075