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Introducing Self-Esteem
by David Bonham-Carter • 2012
Low self-esteem is learned, not innate. The CBT toolkit for rewriting the story.
3.84
108
Introducing Self-Esteem Summary
Introducing Self-Esteem 92%
Low self-esteem is learned, not innate. The CBT toolkit for rewriting the story.
by David Bonham-Carter 2012
3.84
108 ratings
The Heart To Start
by David Kadavy • 2017
Procrastination isn't laziness. It's ego. The fix is embracing terrible first drafts.
4.16
1k+
The Heart To Start Summary
The Heart To Start 91%
Procrastination isn't laziness. It's ego. The fix is embracing terrible first drafts.
by David Kadavy 2017
4.16
1k+ ratings
Self-Compassion
by Kristin Neff • 2011
Forget self-esteem: the research-backed alternative that works precisely when you fall short.
4.13
27k+
Self-Compassion Summary
Self-Compassion 91%
Forget self-esteem: the research-backed alternative that works precisely when you fall short.
by Kristin Neff 2011
4.13
27k+ ratings
Freedom from Your Inner Critic
by Jay Earley • 2013
Your inner critic is really a protector. Unblend from its attacks and transform its role.
3.87
209
Freedom from Your Inner Critic Summary
Freedom from Your Inner Critic 91%
Your inner critic is really a protector. Unblend from its attacks and transform its role.
by Jay Earley 2013
3.87
209 ratings
Your New Playlist
by Jon Acuff • 2022
Your inner critic lies on repeat. A method for talking back that actually works.
4.39
949
Your New Playlist Summary
Your New Playlist 91%
Your inner critic lies on repeat. A method for talking back that actually works.
by Jon Acuff 2022
4.39
949 ratings
Embracing Your Inner Critic
by Hal Stone • 1993
Turn the voice that sabotages you into a calm, intelligent advisor. No silencing required.
4.02
454
Embracing Your Inner Critic Summary
Embracing Your Inner Critic 91%
Turn the voice that sabotages you into a calm, intelligent advisor. No silencing required.
by Hal Stone 1993
4.02
454 ratings
The Fear of Failure
by Wilda Hale • 2021
Why fear of failure stops you cold, and the simple reframing that turns it into fuel.
4.10
532
The Fear of Failure Summary
The Fear of Failure 91%
Why fear of failure stops you cold, and the simple reframing that turns it into fuel.
by Wilda Hale 2021
4.10
532 ratings
Your Inner Critic Is a Big Jerk
by Danielle Krysa • 2016
Ten mental blocks that keep you from creating, and the illustrated, pocket-sized ways around them.
3.68
2k+
Your Inner Critic Is a Big Jerk Summary
Your Inner Critic Is a Big Jerk 91%
Ten mental blocks that keep you from creating, and the illustrated, pocket-sized ways around them.
by Danielle Krysa 2016
3.68
2k+ ratings
Sh*t I Say to Myself
by Katie Krimer • 2022
Your inner critic lies. Here's how to replace the noise with self-compassion.
3.69
283
Sh*t I Say to Myself Summary
Sh*t I Say to Myself 91%
Your inner critic lies. Here's how to replace the noise with self-compassion.
by Katie Krimer 2022
3.69
283 ratings
The Joy Of Imperfection
by Damon Zahariades • 2017
Perfectionism is a trap. A plan to stop overthinking, end people-pleasing, and accept good enough.
3.80
538
The Joy Of Imperfection Summary
The Joy Of Imperfection 91%
Perfectionism is a trap. A plan to stop overthinking, end people-pleasing, and accept good enough.
by Damon Zahariades 2017
3.80
538 ratings
Taming Your Gremlin
by Rick Carson • 1983
Your inner saboteur now has a face. The awareness practice that puts you back in charge.
3.89
2k+
Taming Your Gremlin Summary
Taming Your Gremlin 91%
Your inner saboteur now has a face. The awareness practice that puts you back in charge.
by Rick Carson 1983
3.89
2k+ ratings
Psycho-Cybernetics and Self-Fulfillment
by Maxwell Maltz • 1970
Your self-image is an automatic guidance system. The classic manual for reprogramming it.
4.11
405
Psycho-Cybernetics and Self-Fulfillment Summary
Psycho-Cybernetics and Self-Fulfillment 91%
Your self-image is an automatic guidance system. The classic manual for reprogramming it.
by Maxwell Maltz 1970
4.11
405 ratings
The Power of Self-Esteem
by Nathaniel Branden • 1987
Two core beliefs determine your self-worth; this book teaches the daily practices that build them.
3.62
239
The Power of Self-Esteem Summary
The Power of Self-Esteem 91%
Two core beliefs determine your self-worth; this book teaches the daily practices that build them.
by Nathaniel Branden 1987
3.62
239 ratings
The Solution To Social Anxiety
by Aziz Gazipura • 2013
One belief drives most social anxiety. Rewrite it and the fear of rejection dissolves.
4.11
843
The Solution To Social Anxiety Summary
The Solution To Social Anxiety 91%
One belief drives most social anxiety. Rewrite it and the fear of rejection dissolves.
by Aziz Gazipura 2013
4.11
843 ratings
How to Be Enough
by Ellen Hendriksen • 2025
Perfectionism isn't the pursuit of flawlessness. It's the quiet conviction that you are not enough.
4.06
1k+
How to Be Enough Summary
How to Be Enough 91%
Perfectionism isn't the pursuit of flawlessness. It's the quiet conviction that you are not enough.
by Ellen Hendriksen 2025
4.06
1k+ ratings
On My Own Side
by Aziz Gazipura • 2020
Your inner critic runs on fear. One decision turns it into permanent self-worth.
4.34
169
On My Own Side Summary
On My Own Side 91%
Your inner critic runs on fear. One decision turns it into permanent self-worth.
by Aziz Gazipura 2020
4.34
169 ratings
On Confidence
by The School of Life • 2017
Confidence comes from a set of ideas about the world, not from eliminating self-doubt.
3.92
4k+
On Confidence Summary
On Confidence 91%
Confidence comes from a set of ideas about the world, not from eliminating self-doubt.
by The School of Life 2017
3.92
4k+ ratings
Unlocking Your Authentic Self
by Jennifer Hunt • 2020
Quiet impostor syndrome: name your inner critic, question its stories, and build real confidence.
4.53
15
Unlocking Your Authentic Self Summary
Unlocking Your Authentic Self 91%
Quiet impostor syndrome: name your inner critic, question its stories, and build real confidence.
by Jennifer Hunt 2020
4.53
15 ratings
Cómo dejar de ser tu peor enemigo
by Alba Cardalda • 2024
Your harshest critic lives inside your head. Rewrite its script with tools from psychology.
4.05
391
Cómo dejar de ser tu peor enemigo Summary
Cómo dejar de ser tu peor enemigo 91%
Your harshest critic lives inside your head. Rewrite its script with tools from psychology.
by Alba Cardalda 2024
4.05
391 ratings
The Little Book of Big Lies
by Tina Lifford • 2012
You've been telling yourself a story that isn't true. The simple phrase that breaks the pattern.
4.03
488
The Little Book of Big Lies Summary
The Little Book of Big Lies 91%
You've been telling yourself a story that isn't true. The simple phrase that breaks the pattern.
by Tina Lifford 2012
4.03
488 ratings
L'Estime de Soi
by Christophe André • 1998
Self-esteem is a balance of three forces. One neglected, it breaks; learn the real repair manual.
3.80
479
L'Estime de Soi Summary
L'Estime de Soi 91%
Self-esteem is a balance of three forces. One neglected, it breaks; learn the real repair manual.
by Christophe André 1998
3.80
479 ratings
Ultimate Confidence
by Marisa Peer • 2009
Born confident, then life chipped it away. The practical path back to your original self-assurance.
4.35
395
Ultimate Confidence Summary
Ultimate Confidence 91%
Born confident, then life chipped it away. The practical path back to your original self-assurance.
by Marisa Peer 2009
4.35
395 ratings
Soul without Shame
by Byron Brown • 1998
You do not have to believe your inner critic or fight it. The third way, mapped.
4.04
488
Soul without Shame Summary
Soul without Shame 90%
You do not have to believe your inner critic or fight it. The third way, mapped.
by Byron Brown 1998
4.04
488 ratings
The Tapping Solution to Create Lasting Change
by Jessica Ortner • 2018
Your nervous system keeps you stuck for safety. Tapping meridian points rewrites that code.
4.25
119
The Tapping Solution to Create Lasting Change Summary
The Tapping Solution to Create Lasting Change 90%
Your nervous system keeps you stuck for safety. Tapping meridian points rewrites that code.
by Jessica Ortner 2018
4.25
119 ratings
Overcoming Low Self-Esteem
by Melanie Fennell • 1999
Your self-view was built on old, biased evidence. This CBT workbook reopens the case.
3.83
945
Overcoming Low Self-Esteem Summary
Overcoming Low Self-Esteem 90%
Your self-view was built on old, biased evidence. This CBT workbook reopens the case.
by Melanie Fennell 1999
3.83
945 ratings
The Science of Self Talk
by Ian Tuhovsky • 2018
Talking to yourself in the third person feels strange, but it works. Master your inner voice.
4.08
802
The Science of Self Talk Summary
The Science of Self Talk 90%
Talking to yourself in the third person feels strange, but it works. Master your inner voice.
by Ian Tuhovsky 2018
4.08
802 ratings
How to Be an Imperfectionist
by Stephen Guise • 2015
Perfectionism is paralysis disguised as standards. The cure: make a win so small it is undeniable.
4.09
4k+
How to Be an Imperfectionist Summary
How to Be an Imperfectionist 90%
Perfectionism is paralysis disguised as standards. The cure: make a win so small it is undeniable.
by Stephen Guise 2015
4.09
4k+ ratings
Tiny Buddha's Guide to Loving Yourself
by Lori Deschene • 2013
Forty practices for quieting your inner critic, tested by millions who have silenced their own.
4.03
567
Tiny Buddha's Guide to Loving Yourself Summary
Tiny Buddha's Guide to Loving Yourself 90%
Forty practices for quieting your inner critic, tested by millions who have silenced their own.
by Lori Deschene 2013
4.03
567 ratings
There Is Nothing Wrong with You
by Cheri Huber • 1997
Self-hate is not a truth; it's a conditioning loop. The practice for turning down the volume.
4.16
2k+
There Is Nothing Wrong with You Summary
There Is Nothing Wrong with You 90%
Self-hate is not a truth; it's a conditioning loop. The practice for turning down the volume.
by Cheri Huber 1997
4.16
2k+ ratings
Sh#t Your Ego Says
by James McCrae • 2017
Your ego tells a story of lack. Fire the narrator and tell a better one.
3.88
286
Sh#t Your Ego Says Summary
Sh#t Your Ego Says 90%
Your ego tells a story of lack. Fire the narrator and tell a better one.
by James McCrae 2017
3.88
286 ratings
The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control
by Katherine Morgan Schafler • 2023
Perfectionism isn't a defect. Mismanaged, it burns you out; harnessed, it builds the life you want.
4.13
10k+
The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control Summary
The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control 90%
Perfectionism isn't a defect. Mismanaged, it burns you out; harnessed, it builds the life you want.
by Katherine Morgan Schafler 2023
4.13
10k+ ratings
Imposter No More
by Jill A. Stoddard • 2023
Imposter syndrome isn't a confidence shortage. It's a values problem. Act on what matters anyway.
3.88
181
Imposter No More Summary
Imposter No More 90%
Imposter syndrome isn't a confidence shortage. It's a values problem. Act on what matters anyway.
by Jill A. Stoddard 2023
3.88
181 ratings
Nothing Changes Until You Do
by Mike Robbins • 2014
You cannot bully yourself into change. The starting point is not willpower; it's self-compassion.
3.80
762
Nothing Changes Until You Do Summary
Nothing Changes Until You Do 90%
You cannot bully yourself into change. The starting point is not willpower; it's self-compassion.
by Mike Robbins 2014
3.80
762 ratings
You Are Enough
by Cheryl Rickman • 2021
Practices to silence the inner critic, quit comparing, and feel enough without fixing a thing.
3.77
176
You Are Enough Summary
You Are Enough 90%
Practices to silence the inner critic, quit comparing, and feel enough without fixing a thing.
by Cheryl Rickman 2021
3.77
176 ratings
Self-Talk for a Calmer You
by Beverly D. Flaxington • 2013
Anxiety wears your own voice. Learn to recognize it, challenge it, and talk yourself calm.
3.48
79
Self-Talk for a Calmer You Summary
Self-Talk for a Calmer You 90%
Anxiety wears your own voice. Learn to recognize it, challenge it, and talk yourself calm.
by Beverly D. Flaxington 2013
3.48
79 ratings
Playing Big
by Tara Mohr • 2014
The voice that keeps you small isn't you. Your leap is simpler than you think.
4.18
6k+
Playing Big Summary
Playing Big 90%
The voice that keeps you small isn't you. Your leap is simpler than you think.
by Tara Mohr 2014
4.18
6k+ ratings
Learning to Trust Yourself
by Tama Kieves • 2025
Stop letting the critic choose. A practice for following the energy of your own desires.
3.86
50
Learning to Trust Yourself Summary
Learning to Trust Yourself 90%
Stop letting the critic choose. A practice for following the energy of your own desires.
by Tama Kieves 2025
3.86
50 ratings
Embrace Your Weird
by Felicia Day • 2019
Turn your oddest traits and anxieties into creative output through unconventional exercises.
3.91
3k+
Embrace Your Weird Summary
Embrace Your Weird 90%
Turn your oddest traits and anxieties into creative output through unconventional exercises.
by Felicia Day 2019
3.91
3k+ ratings
When Perfect Isn't Good Enough
by Martin M. Antony • 1998
Standards that once drove you now fuel anxiety. Recalibrate them without losing your ambition.
3.64
591
When Perfect Isn't Good Enough Summary
When Perfect Isn't Good Enough 90%
Standards that once drove you now fuel anxiety. Recalibrate them without losing your ambition.
by Martin M. Antony 1998
3.64
591 ratings
What to Say When you Talk To Yourself
by Shad Helmstetter • 1986
By age eighteen, you have heard 'no' 148,000 times. The self-talk protocol that rewrites the code.
4.15
18k+
What to Say When you Talk To Yourself Summary
What to Say When you Talk To Yourself 90%
By age eighteen, you have heard 'no' 148,000 times. The self-talk protocol that rewrites the code.
by Shad Helmstetter 1986
4.15
18k+ ratings
Do the Work
by Steven Pressfield • 2011
Identify the enemy that stops you from starting, then follow a battle plan to finish.
3.97
21k+
Do the Work Summary
Do the Work 90%
Identify the enemy that stops you from starting, then follow a battle plan to finish.
by Steven Pressfield 2011
3.97
21k+ ratings
On Self-Hatred
by The School of Life • 2022
A quiet self-hatred, not low self-worth, drives perfectionism. The fix is not love but acceptance.
4.26
552
On Self-Hatred Summary
On Self-Hatred 90%
A quiet self-hatred, not low self-worth, drives perfectionism. The fix is not love but acceptance.
by The School of Life 2022
4.26
552 ratings
Get Things Done
by Robert Kelsey • 2013
Your productivity problem isn't the system. It's the inner critic sabotaging every attempt.
3.23
166
Get Things Done Summary
Get Things Done 90%
Your productivity problem isn't the system. It's the inner critic sabotaging every attempt.
by Robert Kelsey 2013
3.23
166 ratings
Coming Alive
by Barry Michels • 2017
Four ten-second mental moves that bypass the inner voice insisting change is impossible.
4.03
819
Coming Alive Summary
Coming Alive 90%
Four ten-second mental moves that bypass the inner voice insisting change is impossible.
by Barry Michels 2017
4.03
819 ratings
Believe It to Achieve It
by Brian Tracy • 2017
The self-doubt that keeps you stuck was programmed in childhood. Two phrases that overwrite it.
4.20
5k+
Believe It to Achieve It Summary
Believe It to Achieve It 90%
The self-doubt that keeps you stuck was programmed in childhood. Two phrases that overwrite it.
by Brian Tracy 2017
4.20
5k+ ratings
Inspirations
by Julia Cameron • 2001
Your creativity isn't gone. It's buried under noise. Two simple practices dig it back out.
4.04
138
Inspirations Summary
Inspirations 90%
Your creativity isn't gone. It's buried under noise. Two simple practices dig it back out.
by Julia Cameron 2001
4.04
138 ratings
How to Be You
by Jeffrey Marsh • 2016
Permission to quit performing, trust your gut, and love the one person you've been ignoring: you.
4.17
887
How to Be You Summary
How to Be You 90%
Permission to quit performing, trust your gut, and love the one person you've been ignoring: you.
by Jeffrey Marsh 2016
4.17
887 ratings
Just a Thought
by Amy Johnson • 2021
The voice in your head is not you. Recognizing this dissolves self-doubt without a battle.
4.11
436
Just a Thought Summary
Just a Thought 90%
The voice in your head is not you. Recognizing this dissolves self-doubt without a battle.
by Amy Johnson 2021
4.11
436 ratings
You Do You
by Sarah Knight • 2017
The permission slip for saying no, skipping the party, and finally putting yourself first.
3.62
8k+
You Do You Summary
You Do You 90%
The permission slip for saying no, skipping the party, and finally putting yourself first.
by Sarah Knight 2017
3.62
8k+ ratings
The Gifts of Imperfection
by Brené Brown • 2010
Perfection is a wall, not a shield. What vulnerability research shows about building real belonging.
4.24
225k+
The Gifts of Imperfection Summary
The Gifts of Imperfection 90%
Perfection is a wall, not a shield. What vulnerability research shows about building real belonging.
by Brené Brown 2010
4.24
225k+ ratings
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