START WHERE
YOU ARE

A guide for finding your way when the path isn't clear.

Start Where You Are by Ash Manuel book cover
Ash Manuel

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Ash brings the book to life for students and staff. Sessions unpack what to do when you feel stuck, how to handle self-doubt and comparison, and how to take the first small step when the path isn't clear.

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Everything you need to keep going

The platform turns the book into an ongoing experience, with tools for readers and resources for the adults supporting them.

FOR READERS

Chapter Tools

Every chapter has its own summary, practical tool, and reflection prompt so the ideas actually land.

FOR READERS

My Journal

A private space to write your thoughts - no one else can see it. Saves automatically so nothing gets lost.

FOR EDUCATORS

Educator Curriculum

Two ready-to-run lessons for every chapter, built from the book's real stories and tools. Available when you register as an educator.

For educators

FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS

Parent / Caregiver Guides

A guide for every chapter to help you support a young person as they read, with a progress tracker and printable one-pagers.

For parents and caregivers

What readers are saying

"A creatively written self-help book that can be picked up and read at any chapter. As a high school wellbeing educator, I can easily see how this could act as inspiration for teens (and even adults) to develop resilience, grit and connection with self and others. Linked with useful reminders about being our best selves, this is a must read for those wanting to have direction of where to next."

- Alycia - Health & Wellbeing Teacher

"This book is refreshing in its local content and simple and direct questions. Either read it for yourself or as a parent, educator or caregiver, either way you benefit from knowing more."

- Brita - Mum and School Principal

"Sometimes you need an independent opinion, and this book helps to reaffirm your decision or offers alternatives that you may not have considered."

- Alex - 18

"This book presents different experiences and asks you questions that you can relate to your current decisions and choices."

- Nick - 17

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