20 Best Books For Loving Yourself (2023 Update)

Mary's book is incredibly inspiring, and I wish I could give a copy to every single person in my life. I started following her on Instagram about one year ago, and her advice is so inspirational and warm. This book just keeps getting better. 🙂Sidney

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.mdow89

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.Elise626

I definitely recommend this to someone who wants to go to therapy but can’t because of insurance or other reasons. If you’re dedicated, this book will help. At least a little. I go to therapy and I’m also on a DBT group (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and about 98% of this book is things I’ve learned throughout my journey. I bought this recently because of a lot of trauma the past few years and I feel like I need to do something to help myself too. And this book is great! Side note-I will do this workbook in pencil incase I want to do some exercises again.angel.h

This book was about a bird who didn't yet know how to fly. The bird has to decide if it will try to fly, but it was not sure if it wants to. The bird thought, "If I never forever endeavor" then I won't ever learn. On one wing, he worries he might fail and on the other wing he thinks of how he may succeed. He worries that if he tries, he may get lost in the world. That makes him want to stay in his nest where he's safe. I think this book would help other children to learn that trying new things can be scary, but sometimes when we try, we can find things that make us happy too. And this book will help others know that mistakes are okay and part of learning. My favorite part is that the bird tried and learned that she could fly. I also liked that I read this book because it gave me a chance to talk to mom about making mistakes and how I don't like making them. Then I learned they are good and part of learning. Boys and girls who are 3 to 8 years old would like this book because it teaches about trying a new thing and how it's important to get past being scared so you can learn new things. I give the book 5 stars since I think it's important for other children to learn about courage.ckoo-68

This book is about tricking your mind into thinking differently than you were tricked into thinking. The stars are for the author taking common self-help strategies and resharing them in an amusing voice with witty headlines. It was entertaining… yet problematic. Here are some disappointing things you'll read: 1. Under "Delegate or Die," regarding having more time to build your business: “You could ask your husband to empty the dishwasher." Yes, we often have to ask for what we need (and learning to ask and receive can be hard). But does Jen Sincero know about the concept of emotional labor? A woman should not have to do the unpaid labor of being her household's project manager, when the adult man living there is fully capable of not only doing chores, but taking the initiative to do chores, in his own house, on his own. 2. "First Rule of Wealth Consciousness: Come From a Place of Abundance, Not Lack": Author claims that some people born into poverty live in cardboard box homes by the highway, while others born into it make actual successes of their lives. She claims the "one key" difference between the two outcomes is the mere BELIEF that they can accomplish anything. This mindset is extremely naive and ignorant to the ways that poverty is systemic (rooted in discrimination, racism, politics, etc.) and propagandizes the false concept of meritocracy (except that instead of claiming a person will succeed because they "worked hard," claiming that all it takes is "thinking hard" enough). 3. In "Money, Your New Best Friend": "Ever notice how when your rent is due in a week and you have no idea how you're going to pay it…you always manage to somehow figure out how to get the money just in time?" For instance, Sincero says you can "transform your life" if you "borrow from a friend." Many readers point out the faults in her luxury car anecdote (buying the pricey ride instead of the practical one she could afford, then worrying about payment later). Let me share my own anecdote. A former roommate of mine was a previously-homeless, now-living-in-Beverly-Hills conspiracy theorist and voracious reader of money mindset literature. When she began subletting with me, we created a payment plan for her security deposit. She lived with me for 1.5 years and somehow never had the funds to pay up; yet when I submitted our 30-day notice to end the lease, on move-out day she suddenly had—you guessed it—a whole damn car of her own! She also liked giving me her rent money a few days late, which meant I had to front my own money to the landlord (see "borrow from a friend"). When she got back from yoga teacher training in India, she asked if she could sleep on the couch instead of in her room in order to pay NO RENT (please note that I am not, in fact, her parents). Our last month together, when I dared break the lease during Mercury Retrograde instead of waiting to "discuss things after both retrograde AND its shadow period are over," she accused me of obsessing so much over money that it destroyed our relationship. She felt superior because she held the author's mindset that, per Sincero, "Money is energy." (Maybe I should write a book, instead of a book review, about my experiences with her!) The author is enabling a mindset that will make those around you resent you. Potential readers, if you pick up this book, take what you need (with a grain of salt) and leave the rest.jessica.b

I am not a huge self-help book reader at this point in my life, but I got this many years ago as a gift from my beloved sister, and a friend of mine picked it as a read for our book club (digital) this month. I really enjoy Jen Sincero and the way she lays it all out there. She is witty and charming and I will be reading her other books as well. I decided to listen to this as an audiobook (on youtube, narrated by Jen herself, if you are interested) so I could multitask. I genuinely felt inspired to be a better me while/after listening to this book. It is filled with honest, good advice and different ways of looking about things. It isn’t super long, which for some of us that is a bonus because we are busy/slow readers/have kids/work all the time/etc. It just is really good. 10/10 would recommend.haley.s

I love this book it's a good read and great testimonies, trials and tribulations. Stories on losing faith in god and trusting him again. Tell a friend to tell a friend that this is a great readTasha

I'm really not into reading Christian stuff. This book helped to open my eyes and see through the readers eyes. It's not all religious and it takes you through many emotions people sometimes can feel being in the faith. Reading this book I didn't think to myself she was pushing the issue of God in you. The author was creative with the situations the characters went through when dealing with life and God.Ashton

This book is amazing and I learned a lot on self love and relationships. Everyone male and female should buy this book. Thanks again for your encouragement and sharing your story.alexiner_4

OMG! I just picked this book up today and I can't put it down!! Derrick is great at keeping you drawn in. His memories are fascinating and some of his past relationships sound a lot like mine. I highly recommend this for anyone interested in a real relationship!Danielle

Excellent book, filled with all the positive benefits linked to self growth self love, self healing, self care, self nurturing which equals self peace.dayabrook-0

A very interesting and thought provoking book – a bit more substantial than many in the self help genre. Some excellent advice on how to care for both oneself and others.MissM

Great book, for dealing with your insecurites. Easy to read. The greatest project you'll ever work on is yourself after all.mccub.uk2013

Great read!!! It was very informative and it provided examples and exercises to assist the reader to fully understand the concept of self-compassion.nocas_7840

Great book for women, especially young women to read! The insight in this book is something I wish I knew in my younger years. Great book that points the reader to the love of Christ.Okay

I think Allie Beth Stuckey hits the nail on the head regarding our culture today! This is an easy to read, well-researched, and biblical treatment regarding the emptiness of self-worship and cultural lies. I am going to give copies of it to all the young women in my extended family.Paul

I love this counter culture book. I fell for the rhetoric of the toxic “self love” movement for over 10 years. This is a Christian based book but even if you’re not Christian, you can gain some insight from its pages. She isn’t saying to hate yourself or to not love yourself. She’s just illuminating the real source of love. Just read it 🙂Mama

I brought this book during some infertility struggles. I went from "I can't have children", to, " I WILL have children". By simply learning how to identify and change your thought process is LIFE CHANGING! Yes, I went on to have 3 children and I owe it all to this book! I lent this book out and they lent it out again to others, I never got it back! So I brought more and gave them out to other friends and family too. They too weren't returned and I didn't ask for them back because I know how much they needed it, just like I did. It's become a regular gift to those I love and I went ahead to downloading every one of her books on my ipad. One friend just didn't get it and that's okay, I just encouraged her to try read it again in the future, but don't give up on it. WHen I listen to people talk about their problems now, I see exactly where THEY are going wrong and how very easily they can fix them! Buy the book, it will be the best decision you could make!Sharon

I purchased my first copy of "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay approximately 40+ years ago. It changed my life in ways I never even imagined it could. Since then not only have I recommended it to anyone it might help, but also bought over 15 of the books as gifts. Everyone who has followed my recommendation, has come to me with profuse gratitude about my recommendation saying they now also recommend the book as they see a need. The gift Louise Hay gave this world in sharing her understanding of how words and thoughts affect our reality is marvelous. As long as you are willing to do tbe mental work, your future is more beautiful than you thought possible…. Give her the opportunity to show you how you can heal your life.Kay

Had lost my original copy, which was very much used, so finding this was a godsend. Would highly recommend this to anyone who is feeling as if they have lost their way, especially so in todays climate. Mental health is so important, especially nowadaysan-795346

This book has soo much insight, and it helps to keep you on a more positive path, the beginning of true happiness is knowing your worth as a human being, always love yourself, no matter what!freespiritof75

This book has soo much insight, and it helps to keep you on a more positive path, the beginning of true happiness is knowing your worth as a human being, always love yourself, no matter what!freespiritof75

You know all those spiritual books you've read over the years? This little book sums them all up in very few words. The author even mentions he could have fluffed it out more, but that would have been ego. This is an enjoyable practice you can easily do and see immediate benefits.jblugras

Very easy reading! Even better as audiobook. Can be listened to whilst going on a walk letting the message really sink in. Even better than I expected it to be with messages I didn't expect that impacted me greatly!Adrian the Hypnotherapist

First I read LYLYLDOI on my Kindle and then I bought two copies for others. For as long as I can remember I have looked for solutions and answers as to why I have so much trouble living life. I have never been afraid of death because I have found life so difficult. Well, LYLYLDOI looks like my last resort. I just finished reading it for the third time. The message/lessons are truly making me hopeful and that is why I am going to read it a fourth time. Its inexpensive and short so what do you have to loose?msm.mdu.elu2oyizw

You know all those spiritual books you've read over the years? This little book sums them all up in very few words. The author even mentions he could have fluffed it out more, but that would have been ego. This is an enjoyable practice you can easily do and see immediate benefits.jblugras

Very easy reading! Even better as audiobook. Can be listened to whilst going on a walk letting the message really sink in. Even better than I expected it to be with messages I didn't expect that impacted me greatly!Adrian the Hypnotherapist

First I read LYLYLDOI on my Kindle and then I bought two copies for others. For as long as I can remember I have looked for solutions and answers as to why I have so much trouble living life. I have never been afraid of death because I have found life so difficult. Well, LYLYLDOI looks like my last resort. I just finished reading it for the third time. The message/lessons are truly making me hopeful and that is why I am going to read it a fourth time. Its inexpensive and short so what do you have to loose?msm.mdu.elu2oyizw