Mindset
Believing you can grow is the first step to actually growing. The landmark book on fixed versus growth mindsets.
Confidence and Self-Esteem
Confidence is less a personality trait than a set of skills: acting before you feel ready, treating yourself with respect, and not letting fear make your decisions. These books show how to build it.
They suit anyone held back by self-doubt, people-pleasing, perfectionism or the quiet fear of not being good enough.
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Our essential picks in confidence and self-esteem.
Mindset
Carol S. Dweck
Believing you can grow is the first step to actually growing. The landmark book on fixed versus growth…
Daring Greatly
Vulnerability isn't weakness. It's where connection and courage begin.
Quiet
Introverts bring real strengths to a world built for extroverts. A reassuring, research-rich look at temperament.
Radical Acceptance
Freedom begins when you stop fighting yourself. Mindfulness and compassion for the feeling of not being enough.
Self-Compassion
Treat yourself with the kindness you'd offer a friend. The research pioneer explains why it helps more than self-esteem.
The Confidence Gap
Confidence isn't the absence of fear; it's acting well alongside it. Skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
The Courage to Be Disliked
Stop living for other people's approval. A philosophical dialogue introducing Alfred Adler's psychology.
The Gifts of Imperfection
Let go of who you think you should be and embrace who you are. Ten guideposts for wholehearted living.
The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is built through practices, not praise. Six habits for lasting self-respect.
Awaken the Giant Within
Change your decisions, beliefs and questions, and your life changes with them. A high-energy, all-in-one guide.
The 5 Second Rule
Count 5-4-3-2-1 and move before your brain talks you out of it. A simple trick for everyday courage.
The Confidence Code
Two journalists explore why many women underestimate themselves, and how confidence can be built through action.
The Magic of Thinking Big
You're capable of more than you think, and the size of your thinking shapes the size of your results. A warm classic.
You Are a Badass
A funny, irreverent pep talk to stop doubting yourself and go after what you want.
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