Gloria's Big Problem reassures kids that anxieties are common and that being brave doesn't mean having no fear — it means overcoming the fears we have. Gloria loves to sing, dance, and act in her bedroom, but not in public. Gloria's big problem makes sure of that, following her wherever she goes and constantly reminding her that she's anxious and frightened, that she's not good enough, and that everyone will laugh at her. Gloria worries all the time, about everything. Until, one day, Gloria summons the courage to try out for a community theatre production. Her big problem starts to laugh at her. At last she yells "STOP!" and her big problem shrinks to a little problem and Gloria wins a part in the play.
