Brenda Silveira, Author of the Caterpillar to Butterfly Self-esteem Workbook, is known for inspiring people while building their self-esteem through her workshops, blogging and Confidence Coaching.

Her latest title, Grandma's Notes on Parenting, gives empowerment to new parents by highlighting a few simple ways to raise children in a positive environment. Brenda's candid recollection of her own lifetime of struggles helps individuals to realize they are not alone in their struggles to make good choices.

Brenda, a graduate of Stratford Teacher's College, a former Girl Guide leader, Guide Commissioner and business owner, is also the creator of I M Confident Niagara Canada, a project that promotes esteem building through a website that has information and visual presentations.