Grounding and Shielding Made Easy – Behind the Book
Let me tell you a little story about how Grounding and Shielding Made Easy: A Picture Book came to be. I never really thought I’d write a children’s picture book—especially not about grounding and shielding—but sometimes, God has fun surprises for us.
How It All Began
This actually started during a Spirit to Spirit session. At the end of the session, my client handed me a picture book. And when I looked, the topic was—you guessed it—grounding and shielding. Now, I’ve written other books (six, to be exact), but to be honest, writing them wasn’t always my favorite process. Still, this felt different. It felt playful, purposeful… and honestly, like it came straight from God through this client.
I wasn’t quite sure how to go about making a picture book—especially the illustration part. I asked around, but no one I knew could take that on. Then a mom of a nonspeaker (bless her) suggested using AI. She even pointed me to a few videos to help me learn how. And let me tell you—once I figured that out, things flowed quickly and beautifully. It felt like the right tool to bring this project to life.
The Heart of the Story
The book follows a little boy named Sam who feels overwhelmed by the energy of the world around him. (Sound familiar?) As the story unfolds, Sam learns simple, powerful tools that help him feel centered, safe, and calm—just like I teach in my sessions.
Grounding
I like to explain grounding in ways kids (and adults!) can understand. Imagine yourself as a strong, steady tree, with roots growing deep into the Earth. That connection helps us let go of stress and overwhelm and invites peace and balance into our bodies, minds, and spirits. Grounding is essential to helping us function from our highest vibration.
Shielding
Once we’re grounded, we can add shielding. Shielding protects our energy, especially when we’re around others or in environments that feel a little intense. In the book, Sam learns to create a colorful shield—each color supporting a different aspect of what he needs. It’s a playful, intuitive process that works.
I also teach how to add layers to your shield. One of my favorites? The Disneyland layer. It’s fun, and protective and of course looks like a Mickey Mouse Head. You get to be creative—it’s your shield!
There’s a Song, Too!
One of the special touches in this book is a 33-second song about grounding and shielding. It’s catchy and short on purpose—easy to sing in the car, before school, or anytime you need a quick energy reset.
Why This Matters
Grounding and shielding aren’t just for when things feel hard. They’re daily tools—kind of like brushing your teeth. Doing it regularly helps you stay balanced, calm, and present. That’s why I love working with families on these skills—not just teaching the tools but helping them become a part of everyday life.
What’s been really sweet is the feedback I’ve gotten from parents and kids. Many have told me it helped them bring calm into bedtime routines, and even supported their sensory or emotional regulation. It’s beautiful to see how something so simple can make such a big difference.
Want to Check It Out?
If this sounds like something your family could benefit from, you can download the picture book for free. I really wanted to make it accessible because I believe grounding and shielding are foundational tools for well-being—especially in today’s world.
And if you want to go deeper, I’ve got resources—visualizations, podcast episodes, and support to help you learn how to make these practices second nature.
Let’s Stay Connected
So whether you’re just beginning to explore energy tools or you’re deep into your own journey, I hope this little book brings something helpful into your home. If you have questions or want support, feel free to reach out. You’re not alone.
May you feel grounded, may you feel shielded, and may you feel supported on this path.
Love,
Sheridan 💛
