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5 Hidden gem books to help you grow self love and self confidence

Self love is incredibly important because it is the foundation of self-care. 


When we practice self love, we are taking the time to recognise and honour our own worth, value, and potential. 

It allows us to be more mindful of our feelings and needs, and to take care of ourselves in ways that are healthy and beneficial. 





Self love can help us to become more resilient to stress and to better manage difficult emotions. It can also help us to build stronger relationships, to be more successful in our endeavors, and to live a life of greater joy and fulfilment.






Reading self-help/self-development books can be a great way to develop self love. By learning about different techniques, such as positive thinking and mindfulness, you can become more aware of your own thoughts and feelings, and how to better care for yourself. 


These books are beautifully written for you to spend time with yourself helping you to learn how to love yourself more deeply:



1. She Chose to Love by Yvette Dulo

"She chose to love" is an empowering poetry collection that explores dealing with adversity, healing, inner strength and self-expression.

It is an unique take on the journey of 
unearthing the love for yourself and for the world. It encourages self-acceptance and following your own path. The book inspires self-empowerment, joy and freedom through a series of engaging and memorable poems.

We all encounter a lot of adversity in our lives. Adversity others might not grasp the full extend of. Sometimes the tides are high and things quickly turn upside down.

This is when a challenge emerges—how to find strength, stand up and experience the world whole-heartedly. How to choose hope and love, despite the irreversible, despite the people who disapprove, despite.

How do you reignite the flame and keep it burning?

I hope I can share some of my flame with you through the poems of “She chose to love”. To motivate self-acceptance, inner freedom and following your own path.

This book is for you. For you to find ways to rediscover flourishing and blooming, to find empowerment and tap into the inner spring.

May these poems inspire hope and unearth love, for yourself and for the world.

Let the tale of your life unfold.



2. Neuro Science of Self-Love by Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa

Thoughts and moods are chemical reactions in your brain that you might think you are powerless to control. But modern science has shown beyond doubt that changing your behaviour and thought patterns can rewire the neurological pathways of your brain to literally change how you think, feel and view yourself.
Thought; moods; rewiring brain pattens; practical tools; exercises; positive thinking; exercise; meditation; In The Neuroscience of Self-Love, Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa takes the theory out of neuroscience and gives you practical tools and exercises to create a new self that is happier, more balanced and less dependent on others for validation. By re-engineering your habits, optimising your decision-making, curbing negative thoughts and harnessing the power of exercise and meditation, you will become more centred, connected and creative, and learn how to trust, prioritise and truly love yourself.

AuthorAlexis Fernandez-Preiksa is the host of the hit podcast Do You F*cking Mind? and author of the bestselling book Be Bold. She became interested in the link between physical exercise and brain health through her work as a Pilates instructor and personal trainer, which led her to further her studies of the brain by undertaking a Master of Neuroscience. She is passionate about helping people change their relationships with themselves by understanding how their brains work on a physical and chemical level, and how the brain can be altered through changing behaviours, habits and thought patterns.




3. Self Love in Action by Zoe Crook, MA

Learn practical ways to self-nurture, self-express and celebrate your unique path—at home, at work, and out in the world—with this compassionate, everyday guide to self-love.

What is self-love? And what do our lives look like when we practice it? 
Self-Love in Action myth-busts the idea that to care for oneself is selfish, and instead provides actionable tools to put more time, energy, and compassion into everyday activities. (It's okay to take a breath, or five, before that next email.) This practical guide empowers readers to confront the past, examine the present, and transform the future by taking tiny, meaningful steps to reclaim self-appreciation and joie de vivre.

  • Build confidence with small rituals that shift the focus from “them” to “me”—reminding you that true love flows from the inside, out.  
  • Implement “Time to Practice” exercises to pause, set boundaries, say “no,” and invest in yourself as you deepen your sense of self-worth.  
  • Take self-love quizzes to reflect on the ways current habits might impede self-love action. 
  • Explore case studies from clients who have overcome common hardships through their commitment to self-love. 

Author, Zoe Crook, MA, is a writer and therapist who guides individuals and couples towards healthy relationships. With a master's degree in counseling psychology, she supports clients struggling with low self-worth, attachment trauma, and anxiety.





4. The Self-Love Journal by Leslie Marchand

Discover the serenity of self-love through your own words

Learning to love yourself can be a lifelong journey of inner exploration. This motivational journal will guide you in finding self-acceptance through the practice of documenting, processing, and banishing negative thoughts and emotions.

What sets The Self-Love Journal apart from other self-help books: 

  • Results-oriented technique--This instructive journal will help you realize a positive state of being with an effective, four-part process: Start Where You Are, Banish Self-Doubt, Build Self-Esteem, and Love Yourself More.
  • Inspires personal growth--Learn to release self-doubt, be fully present, and have an open mind that exists in a state of joy, love, and purpose.
  • Tools for daily self-discipline--The Self-Love Journalhelps you unlock courage and strength with inspirational quotes, prompts, and exercises that focus on self-acceptance.

Boost self-esteem and transform self-doubt into self-acceptance with the insightful guidance in this motivational book.

Author, LESLIE MARCHAND has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 25 years. She writes and teaches about personal wellness and professional self-care through her blog and online courses at SoYoCo.org.




5. Self-Love Workbook for Women by Megan Logan, MSW, LCSW

Unlock the life-changing power of self-love with this workbook for women 

In a woman's journey toward realizing her full potential, embracing self-love is a powerful step. The Self-Love Workbook for Women empowers women to focus on their own emotional health and make positive changes by nurturing self-compassion. By building better relationships with themselves, women can develop the confidence they need to take on the world. 

Witty prompts, quizzes, and creative activities designed by therapist Megan Logan make it fun to build self-care habits. Proven therapeutic tools and insightful writing exercises put women in touch with their thoughts and feelings and help them let go of doubt. Full of warm affirmations, this workbook encourages women to develop a positive mindset that will move them toward greater self-esteem and happiness. 

Deepen self-love and grow stronger as a woman with the help of this interactive workbook.

Author, MEGAN LOGAN has more than 20 years of counseling experience in a variety of mental health settings, including domestic violence and sexual assault centers, an eating disorders program, and a local hospice program. For the past 10 years, she has enjoyed private practice, specializing in issues related to trauma, abuse, eating disorders, grief, and loss.






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