Best Self Help Books For Young Women (2024 Updated)

After struggling with some personal issues that really affected my self confidence, I started going through this workbook in hopes of rebuilding my self esteem. This Self Love Workbook for Women is a great tool for helping women learn to give themselves grace and make themselves a priority.

The workbook consists of a two part approach. The first part explains what self love is, how to practice it, and why many women tend to lack it. The second part is used to learn more about yourself and how to practice self love.

The workbook is full of quizzes, writing prompts, and activities that allow readers to dig deep and learn how to put the techniques for self love into action. The book has tons of wonderful affirmations in it as well.

The workbook is not only informative and useful, but it is also attractively laid out and full of colorful, eye catching pages. While I am only halfway through this workbook, I have found it very helpful in trying to learn how to love myself rather than constantly looking for approval from external sources.

It has been a wonderful resource that has allowed me to take daily time to reflect on my own feelings in order to work on self care.

Wow! This is a must have for those of us who deal with anxiety and insecurities. I recommend keeping some tissues near by, because it may be a tear jerker for you, too! Self Love Workbook for Women by Megan Logan.

Release self doubt, build self compassion, and embrace who you are! This workbook is full of thought provoking, self reflection. It not only has a ton of personal questions for you to dig deeply into yourself.

It is filled with many methods for practicing self love. Things such as inspiring quotes, affirmations, and positive psychology. It has a two part approach, It gives lots of information about self love, caring for yourself, and getting to know yourself better.

And it guides you to ways to release self doubt and build your confidence. Each chapter has great information to read, as well as self care tips and tools, and workbook pages of questions for a deep dive inwards.

I would very much recommend this Self Love Workbook for any women dealing with anxiety, lack of self confidence or depression. I think that it will be greatly useful. The self reflection questions brought tears here in the beginning of chapter two! I can’t wait to see how I am feeling by the end of this book.

This could be used for anybody-A daughter, grandparent, aunt, mother, neighbor, and even friends. This little self-help book is phenomenal. There’s daily things for an individual to do as a reflection of themselves.

There’s questions that really make you wonder. Being really thoughtful about your responses and putting together your journey through this book has such a magnitude effect. I suggest this book to any women out there, even if you think you don’t need self-help.

Great book written for women, by women. General 12 step recovery programs are written by men with mens issues. This addresses eating disorders and a host of other real-life problems women face, and written in a way that many women can relate.

The review asked me if this is a good value. It was, and it is, if you can get it for under $20. But it today. Get the workbook. Find a sponsor, or ask someone going through the same thing that you trust to work the steps with you.

Do it now.

This one of the best, most compelling and intelligent books for women in recovery from ANYTHING that keeps them stuck in unhappiness! It speaks from the heart of women working their way to freedom to be the very best and happy people they can be.

Very thought and heart provoking. I highly recommend it!.

An excellent reframing of the 12 Step material from The Big Book made more relevant to women in recovery, written by a mental health professional who is also a recovering alcoholic. Indispensable.

Rachel Hollis’ first book, “Girl, Wash Your Face” was a book I gained a lot from. I related to what she was saying and realized the struggles I was dealing with were ones that other women were facing, too.

In fact, GWYF was a motivation for me to get better about being sure I was making time for self care, restarted my journey towards a healthier lifestyle, as well as helped me become more productive in my work at a non-profit.

“Girl, Stop Apologizing,” is her second book. I found much information that would be helpful to those seeking to “create their own empire,” but the message of the book did not connect with me. Granted, I am probably not the target demographic, as I am confident in where I am in this stage of my life.

Goal setting and continuing to adjust how my dreams might look is par for the course for me right now. For someone who is not familiar with how to get started in this venture, “Girl, Stop Apologizing” will offer suggestions from Rachel’s entrepreneurial journey and provide concrete ways to set workable goals.

While GWYF was an inspirational, “friend who has your best interests at heart” read, this book read a little more like a guideline on how to succeed in business, which I wouldn’t have first guessed by the title.

I was hoping it had more to do with being intentional in accepting where you are in life or who you are without apologizing for it. However, this book might be good for someone who is running their own business or has goals for creating a new business.

Rachel’s publisher changed between GWYF and GSA, so be aware that this book was not marketed by a Christian publishing house. I am all for emphasis, but I’ve been told that intelligence should not be hidden behind “colorful” language.

I was able to glean quite a few things on leadership from the book, though, I am probably not the target audience. I look forward to Dave’s book and her next book on women’s health. I read an early copy from HarperCollins Leadership.

All opinions are mine.

This book is written with a reader friendly style, hearing the thoughts of the author had as she edited the book, extended deadlines, and achieved this goal. She was criticized as being very self focused and not focused on her faith impacting her life in Girl Wash Your Face, but I found she shared some of it.

I was disappointed that this book is all about how I choose my growth, my goals, my purpose, and I set the course to achieve those goals. But in Girl Stop Apologizing no faith, no relationship with God, no connection to a faith community has any impact on her strategies and personal growth.

She recognizes that she has her goals that might be unique to her, but strives for the reader to know she can focus and set her own standards and goals, and to not let anything get in the way of meeting them.

This book was not for me. I noticed and it was mentioned that this book is published by Harper Collins Leadership instead of Thomas Nelson division, and contains the perspective of how the reader can follow the authors advice and let go of excuses, adopt specific behaviors, and skills to acquire.

This advice is very prescriptive and creates some stereotypes of what women are like. And seems to teach that we all in need of this advice and wisdom to find and meet our goals. Her path has many good things to learn, but the level of self driven direction given to me discounts her credibility.

Thank you harper collins leadership for the chance to review the advanced copy.

Rachel Hollis has written another encouraging and motivating book with Girl, Stop Apologizing: A Shame-Free Plan For Embracing and Achieving Your Goals. She discusses the tools that have helped her reach her goals, and shares them in this book.

Rachel Hollis presents a plan anyone (men as well) can implement. With humor, raw honesty, and practical wisdom, Rachel Hollis shows readers their dreams are possible, achievable, and attainable. Girl, Stop Apologizing is worth reading.

I learned that the tools for living my best life possible are right before me, and always within reach. Well done! I highly recommend! *I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy of Girl, Stop Apologizing from the publisher.

I was not obligated to post a review. The opinion stated is my own. I have not been compensated in any way. *.

I was worried initially that my 10 year old would think this book was cheesey. But we read it together out loud and I really like the message and how it was delivered. Its very age appropriate and used examples that any tween can relate to.

Definitely recommend it.

I bought these books for my 7&8th grade girls basketball team. My 9 year old daughter and I are also reading it. It’s truly a great read for young girls and adults. All women need reminders that we are amazing even when we sometimes feel much less so.

Loved how it’s aim toward building confidence in girls. Christmas gift for my tween. Looking forward to reading this with her.

I had no idea I needed this book so much!! I just thought it was normal to feel overwhelmed, stressed out, unfocused, frustrated and so much more because so many others around me feel the same way. So it always seemed like this was just the way we’re supposed to operate and Jordan opens up a refreshing perspective with practical tips about not wishing away the ‘in between times’.

That those are the times that are part of our life, not something to fast forward through. It’s just so easy to get swept up in working toward finding your purpose in life (when I get that degree, when I’m finally married, when I get that high paying shiny job, etc) that we miss out on realizing that our purpose was never really something to aspire to, it’s something we already have within us.

And recognizing that through an intentional shift in mindset opens so many new doors when it comes to living your life with intention and purpose every single day rather than waiting to live fully til we have the things we aspire to.

There’s so much honesty and vulnerability here it honestly feels like a ‘conversation meets guide book’ from a close friend that genuinely only wants what’s best for you, they’ve been down this road before, and they want to pass along their findings to you so it’s easier for you than it was for her.

This book would be an incredible gift for girls currently in high school or graduating seniors on their way to college, women in college, women recently out of college, new moms. the list goes on and on as there really is beneficial content for women at so many stages of life.

Please note, I received an advanced digital copy of the book solely for the purpose of an honest review. No compensation was received.

I’m a newbie to Jordan Lee Dooley. And when I found her followers I wondered if I was too old to appreciate her. I am delighted to report that Jordan’s style amazes me. I’m an avid reader of self help or coaching books of the Christian industry.

And I’m delighted that she is the real deal. Her faith is who she is but not shoved at you. She just declares her experiences with God. Her wonders and how she sees God essential in her life purpose.

She’s not preachy. She is truthful about what helps her. She seems like a kindred spirit. A sister or dear friend who has dropped by to be real and talk through how to live owning your everyday the way God desires for you.

She will help you find your purpose, hone your purpose, accept struggle, take baby steps forward, she covers so many layers of life and learning with such ease and fluency. She will use her book. Her blog.

Her podcast to be that whisper in your ear to remind you or train you to have a healthy mindset. This book is full of her thinking aloud in a healthy way. I would say her gift to the reader is a God driven growth mindset with your unique purpose as the foundation.

It’s an easy read. But I was disappointed when it was over. Thankful she podcasts weekly. Lots of authors tell us how to reflect and be introspective. Jordan Lee Dooley is the first coach who makes self discovery seem effortless and simple.

Delighted to partner with Water-brook Multnomah and read an advanced copy. I hope this is the first of many books. I sense that women of any age will be captivated and want to grow with her for years to come.

It is true that our “brokenness is welcome here. ” But is also true that you can own your everyday and let go of false feelings and learn to move ahead.

When I first heard of Jordan Lee Dooley I thought she was for younger girls, high school graduates, college sorority girls. I didn’t think I was her Target market and then I started reading. By the time I was half way through the introduction I was hooked.

Jordan is sincere and she writes as if she is your best friend. Inspiring you, pushing you and telling you her honest and vulnerable parts while helping you to know – I am not alone – we are all imperfect – we all question – we all struggle.

Our stories are all different but deep down we deal with so many of the same things. Jordan’s story opens the readers’ eyes to letting down our guard and being vulnerable in order to get closer to our goals – whether it be a business goal or something personal such as friendships.

I can’t recommend this book enough to women of all ages. I know each reader will take a different part from this book but all will find a key to what they might just need to hear right now. Since receiving my advanced copy from the publisher I have started following her podcast and continue to benefit from her words.

This is an honest look at our drinking culture – how alcohol is so normalised in our society. It is HW’s personal experience and very raw and honest. It does actually tell you how to quit drinking – find out why you are drinking – it takes work!.

It is not just about quitting alcohol it is a great psychology book that not only gives you a lot of insights but also practical ways to handle life’s problems. I have sent a copy to someone who needs help to quit smoking as I know it will be very useful there too.

The woman’s angle was well explained and I simply loved the way the book was written. Very highly recommended.

This book is incredible. So well-researched, part-memoir, but mostly giving groundbreaking new info on how society is set up to encourage women to drink (and the structural issues with AA and the 12 step programs), and how we can crawl out from this marketing spin in an empowered and more feminine wat.

Thank you Holly, I hope alcohol has its cigarette moment too.

By far my favorite book!!! I love his books! I love his podcast. You can get a lot from this book and his other books or podcasts. It’s a short read, but after losing my 1st son in 2018, I needed something and I found most of it in this book.

I thought this book was great! She writes honest and some people dont understand what that is for famous people. They think they have rich,perfect lives. But as Valerie shows us that isnt true and they have same problems as us.

Valerie’s latest book is so relatable for women everywhere. I love that she shared so many of her thoughts and feelings – many that I’ve had myself. I highly recommend this enjoyable read!

Easy read. Love Valerie’s books. Have all of them. She helps people relate to her similar situation and thoughts. Helped me make some important life style changes.

Do you know Perino is truly a gem. I think every young woman should take the time and read this book for every young woman needs a boost nowadays. Confidence and not being afraid of your own beliefs seems to be going extinct.

I welcome this wonderful book and I think Dana Perino for writing it. I purchased this book for my twin daughters that are 22, we all need help in this hostile world today.

I loved this book. I read this before recommending and buying it for my daughters (all in their 20’s). I wish I had this book when I was early in my career. Dana does a great job sprinkling in stories with encouragement to be true to yourself.

It’s refreshing to read about working hard and dealing with stress of a career from someone who is successful and genuine.

Very pleased to get this special book for two very special young girls in my life ,my daughter and granddaughter! I know Dana’s gift as a mentor in her life will be a great influence on them!

Firstly I listened to this book rather than read it. My friend introduce me to Rachel and I haven’t stopped listening since. Loved the book (although obviously things have change for her since writing this book) but I’m loving it.

Nearly finished 🙂 Love her honesty, core values. I have been a “Christian” all my life but I have questioned thing in the last 18 months and not sure where I was, but after listening to her, it helped me to know I still believe although probably won’t call myself a “Christian” still defining that part of it, but I love the way she adds her faith to all what she does.

I am 60 years of age and still believe after listening to this book that life is and adventure and I have visions and dreams. I have also bought this book for my daughter (for Mother day) who is a single Mum with 3 children (1 +2 twins) challenge in itself and I know she will love.

MY THOUGHTS: 1. I believe that self-help books are personal. Some words or chapters might strike a cord with some people and others with other types of people. As such, my experience with this book might not be yours, but I’ll explain how I felt anyway: 2.

The introduction was STUNNING. The author managed to raise my hopes, make me think and had me EXCITED for what came next. As she spoke about how the only thing standing in between you and everything you want in life is YOU, and spoke about how she was going to break down the lies we’ve been telling ourselves all our life, I genuinely thought that this book would be something that would make me feel and think.

3. I jumped into the first ‘Lie’ almost immediately after, and then put the book down to try and absorb it and then, the next day, picked it up again to dive into the next lie. 4. Now, at the end I sincerely feel that Girl, Wash Your Face was this rushed book, attempting to dissemble years’ worth of self-inflicted damage in just a few pages.

While the opening chapter left me inspired, the rest of the book was exactly the opposite – rushed and uninspiring. 5. If this book was supposed to make you believe that YOU can be everything you want, I’m not sure it did.

The phrase, ,b>”easier said than done” came to my mind more times than I can count, because through the rushed explanations that were more statements than explanations I just didn’t believe, after a while.

6. I did take away one thing from the book, at least partially, though, and that is that only WE can control what we make of our lives. Would I recommend this book? Like I said before, self-help books are so personal and I can’t say that a book that didn’t help me won’t help you but I’d only recommend it if you’ve read the synopsis and think it’s really something you need in your life.

Oh, Rachel Hollis, where to begin. I loved the book and I hated the book. That’s why I went right to the middle I was torn to give it two or three stars but in the end, I had to go with a solid two stars.

The premise of the book is great, the message the book is trying to make would be great if the author wasn’t personally lost as she wrote the book. Yes, I need to show up for myself and keep promises to myself.

I agree that I also tend to prioritize my self last. Great messages. Where the book went off the rails when she is trying to use the example of meeting her husband who was not great to her. It was a very unhealthy relationship.

Hindsight is 20/20 as you write a book and see things printed in black and white. With the most recent development of the divorce and re-reading this book for a book club, I see so many issues youing this chapter as an example of knowing your worth and standing up for your self.

She is a pastor’s daughter so there are religious tones throughout the book. If you are not into that then this may not be for you. I felt her examples were rooted in faith, or geared to women with a family.

I didn’t feel like most of the book spoke to me as a working woman with no kids. The parts that were discussing business and care growth were very high level and not a lot of details or surface level.

Overall the book was shallow in the sense that it would skim topics but never provide steps to map out your own plan.

Woman, Thou Art Loosed! is an insightful book for women of all walks and seasons of life written by T. D. Jakes. Originally published in 1993, this particular book is published in 2016. Not a new message but still so very relevant to women today.

Recognizing that women are often emotionally frail, bound by past experiences and hurts, and in need of healing and release in their spirits, Jakes shares spiritual insights into the healing of those wounds.

Each of the 15 chapters is well supported by scripture and examples of women in the Bible and deals with different stages of life (single, married, young, older–he calls them ‘winter women’–love it!) and a variety of emotional and mental issues (past hurts, guilt, abuse, abandonment).

The author writes that there are three characters in each story, the person, the problem, and the prescription. Each story is different but the prescription is the same, understanding who you are in Jesus Christ.

a daughter of Abraham, a survivor, a daughter of the King, loved and called by God. Change is not easy but recognizing the faithfulness of God and his desire to restore and nourish, gives strength to bless His name, redefine purposes, experience attitude readjustment and ultimately, to be freed of the past and become the woman of faith, pure and holy, strong in Him, that God has purposed for each of us.

Well thought out, the book is easy to read and follow Bishop Jakes’ thinking, a wonderful resource for all women, whether in need of a spiritual make-over or just a tune-up. I received a copy of this book through The Book Club Network in exchange for my honest review.

I didn’t know what to expect when I chose to read and review this book. I am glad I did! Wow, if you are a woman I recommend reading this book, I know there are a lot of us out there who may think that we are not beautiful against today’s standards.

When all you see at the checkout line are size 2 women all glamorous and here we are in our sweats trying to take care of our families. Ya kinda get the feeling of low self esteem and some may go to hating themselves.

This book shows you that God made us who we are and we are beautiful in every way! This book has a powerful message that we as women need to hear. We are worthy of a wonderful life free from violence and guilt.

We all have struggles but need to turn to God for help. T. D. Jakes has given these women in this book a voice. This is a well written testimony for us to see ourselves as God sees us. I recieved this book from The BookClub Network for an honest review.

It’s helping me a lot. I have self esteem issues from past hurts. this is helping me to feel better about myself and start healing. I encourage any girl or woman that has been abused or has issues of any kind to read this book.

go over and over it. let it wash over you and start healing. I’m still reading it.

I saw this book at an airport store & wondered what a billionaire’s wife could tell me about life and humanity. I could subsequently find it nowhere but on-line & then I had to dig for it. The book touches on her family life – the influence of her father on her career, her experiences in the tech industry, her period of family development and her devotion to the Gates foundation.

Most of all, it tells of her personal interactions as she’s traveled the world listening to communities in need but especially to the women, who have been married very young, suffer trauma giving birth, have no control over when they have children and do most of the family work – excluding them from any education and keeping the whole family in poverty.

Melinda is not defined by her wealth, but by her empathy and intelligence, their work appears to be quietly making a difference and her principles have relevance in all societies. I can’t recommend the book more highly – I’m donating copies to my community to make it more accessible.

Insightful observations of females in male dominated cultures and roads to equality and equitability. Given the same tasks as females, the males seek solutions such as aqueducts to carry water, rather than walk and carry the bucket 6 miles to and from the water source.

Key emphasis on health and education of women to disable povertys path. Population control important factor in Global Warming Actionable items list.

This is a terrific book that should be read by anyone trying to make the world a better place. In particular, I liked the focus on delivery methods and learning about flexibility in approach.