The Heart Behind the Story
Ani Lalazarian is the Author of Into the Heart of the Forest: A Journey to Love and Founder of Dragonfly Dreams Press. She is a student of life, self-growth, consciousness, and the deep wisdom that lives within each of us. She believes every child is born into this world with a light so bright it can change the world.
As a Spiritual Guide working with adults, Ani witnessed the same pattern again and again. Most of the inner work we do as grown-ups traces back to childhood. To big emotions that had nowhere to go. To an inner world no one taught us to understand. That realization became a calling.
What if children had these tools from the very beginning?
Drawing from her expertise in heart coherence, nervous system regulation, meditation and inspired by the wonder of her own children, Ani created Into the Heart of the Forest. A magical adventure with breathing exercises and guided visualizations woven right into the story.
Ani's mission is to help children, parents, and educators reconnect with their hearts because she believes the heart is a source of powerful intelligence. When we learn to listen to it early, it becomes our greatest guide. And when a child knows that, they carry something extraordinary with them for the rest of their life.
A Message from Ani…
“It’s no coincidence that you’ve found your way here. Your heart has guided you, inviting you to reconnect with it in a way you may never have before. To listen to its quiet whisper and awaken the love that resides within.
I am thrilled to share this beautiful creation with you, brought to life through the extraordinary talent of my illustrator, James Cluer. The journey began for me in 2023, when I first started writing this book. Over time, the story transformed and so did I. Through this creative process I discovered a great deal about myself, uncovering new layers of meaning and growth.
What made this journey even more special was collaborating with someone who deeply understood the book’s essence and expressed its message through vibrant colors and imaginative artistry. It became clear to me that creating this book was never just a project or a pursuit for profit. Instead, it was about rekindling joy and inspiring us all to truly live again.” - Ani
Featured Book (coming soon):
Into the Heart of the Forest invites young readers on a magical adventure with twins who discover an ancient portal hidden within their everyday world. Guided by curiosity, courage, and the wisdom of animal friends, they embark on challenging tasks that awaken their inner strength and sense of wonder.
Woven throughout their journey are gentle breathing and visualization exercises that encourage mindfulness and help children connect with their emotions. More than just a story, this book is a celebration of the magic and love within us all. This powerful force brings balance, healing, and light to both our hearts and the world around us.