Why Kids Ask “Am I Not Enough?” (And How Parents Miss the Signs) | Authors Spotlight Podcast

What if the biggest question a child has… is one they don’t know how to ask? In this heartfelt episode of Morpheus Publishing’s Author Spotlight, Justine Martin sits down with mother-daughter duo Patricia Lyons and Mackellar Lyons to explore the deeply emotional story behind “Am I Not Enough?” 🐰 What started as a simple art assignment turned into a powerful children’s book tackling a quiet but universal fear, the feeling of not being enough, especially when a new sibling arrives. Inside this episode: • The real-life moment that inspired Billy Bunny’s story • Why children struggle to express emotions (and how storytelling helps) • The surprising psychology behind sibling jealousy • What parents often miss… and how to respond differently • The incredible journey of becoming a published illustrator at just 17 This isn’t just a children’s book. It’s a conversation starter. A parenting tool. And a reminder every child needs: You are enough. Always. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone who wants to better understand children’s emotions, this episode will stay with you long after it ends. Watch or listen now and discover the story that’s helping families connect in a whole new way. **Get your copy of Am I Not Enough** 📖 Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.asia/d/06f5EFpR 📖 Amazon Kindle: https://amzn.asia/d/0eakKKPW **Connect with Patricia and Mackellar on the following channels:** Website: https://www.morpheuspublishing.com.au/authors/patricia-lyons Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/plyonsauthor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plyons\_author/ and https://www.instagram.com/autumnloops/ Email address: patricialyons.author@gmail.com **Connect with Justine Martin and Justine Martin Corporation:** **JUSTINE MARTIN** Award winning Speaker, Author, Artist, Coach, Publisher Website: https://linktr.ee/justinemartincorporation Email: [hello@justinemartin.com.au](mailto:hello@justinemartin.com.au) Phone: [+61403564942](tel:+61403564942) Ready to start your writing journey? Then Morpheus Publishing might be for you! Learn more here on how we can help you: https://www.morpheuspublishing.com.au/