The best 100 Confidence books

Confidence is a crucial trait that can impact every aspect of our lives, from personal relationships to career advancement. Understanding how to cultivate confidence is key to navigating life's challenges effectively. That's why we've curated a comprehensive list of books focused on building and maintaining confidence.

Dive into our collection to discover practical tools, actionable insights, and inspiring stories that will empower you to boost your self-assurance and transform your mindset. Ready to take the first step towards a more confident you? Start exploring now!

The best 100 Confidence books
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Confidence Books: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

Outliers

Malcolm Gladwell
The Story of Success
4.2 (1,263 ratings)
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What's Outliers about?

Outliers is an examination of individuals who achieve a level of success – in math, sports, law, or any pursuit, really – so extraordinary that it lies outside the realm of normal experience.

We often think these outliers possess some mysterious innate ability that helps them rise to the top of their fields, but other factors, like family, culture or even birthdates, can have a huge effect on success, too.

Who should read Outliers?

  • Anyone who wants to deepen his or her understanding of success and of how to achieve it
  • Teachers, coaches and others in training professions
  • Consulting professionals and others interested in policy reform

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Confidence Books: Mindset by Carol Dweck

Mindset

Carol Dweck
The New Psychology of Success
4.4 (3,028 ratings)
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What's Mindset about?

Mindset (2006) discusses the differences between people with a fixed mindset versus those with a growth mindset. Our mindset determines the way we deal with tough situations and setbacks as well as our willingness to deal with and improve ourselves. This book demonstrates how we can achieve our goals by changing our mindset.

Who should read Mindset?

  • Anyone who wants to find out about different mindsets and how they influence our behavior
  • People who want to learn how to realize their own potential to the fullest

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Confidence Books: Finding Your Element by Ken Robinson

Finding Your Element

Ken Robinson
How to Discover Your Talents and Passions and Transform Your Life
4.3 (631 ratings)
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What's Finding Your Element about?

Finding Your Element (2013) offers engaging advice on ways you might discover your true passions and talents, and then reorient your life to incorporate more time for them. Written with a keen sense of wit, Finding Your Element offers entertaining and inspiring wisdoms that will help you not only to be more productive but also to improve your overall happiness and quality of life.

Who should read Finding Your Element?

  • Anyone who would like to focus on their passions more
  • Anyone who'd like advice on how to discover their passions
  • Anyone interested in improving the quality of their life in general

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Confidence Books: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Daring Greatly

Brené Brown
How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
4.5 (729 ratings)
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What's Daring Greatly about?

Daring Greatly explores how embracing one’s vulnerability and imperfection is necessary for achieving real engagement and social connection. Through explaining our deep-seated reasons for shame, and showing how to embrace our vulnerability, the author aims to provide guidance for a better private and professional life, and to initiate a fundamental transformation in our shame-based society which, according to the author, needs to adapt a new culture of vulnerability.

Who should read Daring Greatly?

  • Anyone who wants to start living courageously instead of hiding from challenges
  • Anyone who wants to learn how to build meaningful relationships with others, and with him or herself
  • Anyone who wants to raise their children so they’ll grow up to feel their own inherent worthiness

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Confidence Books: The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman

The Confidence Code

Katty Kay and Claire Shipman
The Science and Art of Self-Assurance: What Women Should Know
3.9 (203 ratings)
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What's The Confidence Code about?

The Confidence Code explains how, in comparison with men, women lack confidence. It also explores the impact such lack of confidence has on women in various spheres of life, especially the business world, and offers advice on how women can increase their confidence.

Who should read The Confidence Code?

  • Women who want to increase their confidence
  • Parents of young girls who want to nurture confidence in them
  • Women who want to go far in business

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Confidence Books: Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo

Talk Like TED

Carmine Gallo
The Nine Public-Speaking Secrets of the World’s Top Minds
4.5 (509 ratings)
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What's Talk Like TED about?

In Talk like TED (2014), you’ll learn about presentation strategies used by the world’s most influential public speakers. Author Carmine Gallo analyzed more than 500 TED talks to identify common features that make these talks so influential and appealing.

Who should read Talk Like TED?

  • Anyone interested in founding a start-up
  • Anyone interested in giving effective, memorable presentations
  • Anyone who wants to learn how to sell themselves better

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Confidence Books: The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden

The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem

Nathaniel Branden
The Definitive Work on Self-Esteem by the Leading Pioneer in the Field
4.2 (542 ratings)
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What's The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem about?

The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem shows us that building confidence in ourselves is just a matter of taking a few simple steps. Healthy self-esteem is something we can achieve not just as individuals, but in our relationships and communities too.

Who should read The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem?

  • Anyone interested in taking concrete steps to boost their own self-esteem
  • Anyone who’d like to learn how to build a culture that supports self-esteem

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Confidence Books: The Discomfort Zone by Marcia Reynolds

The Discomfort Zone

Marcia Reynolds
How Leaders Turn Difficult Conversations into Breakthroughs
3.9 (210 ratings)
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What's The Discomfort Zone about?

The Discomfort Zone outlines a method for dealing with the tough, unpleasant conversations that all of us encounter from time to time. The key to successfully navigating them is truly listening to what other person has to say.

Who should read The Discomfort Zone?

  • Anyone who holds a leadership role
  • Anyone interested in improving their communication skills
  • Anyone who wants to become a better listener

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Confidence Books: The Marshmallow Test by Walter Mischel

The Marshmallow Test

Walter Mischel
Mastering Self-Control
4.5 (96 ratings)
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What's The Marshmallow Test about?

The Marshmallow Test explains why being able to delay gratification and exercise our self-control is essential for living a successful life. Using insights gained from several psychological studies, it explains how exactly our self-control skills function, and what we can do to improve them.

Who should read The Marshmallow Test?

  • Anyone who wants to improve his or her self-control
  • Anyone interested in psychology
  • Anyone hoping to help children develop good self-control skills, especially parents

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Confidence Books: Rising Strong by Brené Brown

Rising Strong

Brené Brown
4.4 (492 ratings)
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What's Rising Strong about?

Rising Strong (2015) is your guide to picking yourself up and dusting yourself off after a failure – and to becoming stronger, braver and kinder because of it. Whether you dream of being an entrepreneur or maintaining a loving relationship, these blinks supply you with the three vital steps to dealing with any struggle.

Who should read Rising Strong?

  • Entrepreneurs struggling with a fear of failure
  • Team leaders looking for new ways to improve communication
  • Individuals seeking guidance in dealing with disappointment, resentment and guilt

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Confidence Books: Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham

Now, Discover Your Strengths

Marcus Buckingham
How To Develop Your Talents and Those of the People You Manage
4.1 (128 ratings)
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What's Now, Discover Your Strengths about?

Now, Discover Your Strengths (2004) provides insight into what strengths are, where they come from and why we should focus on them. These blinks outline tips and techniques for detecting natural talents and using them to put yourself or your employees on the path to excellence.

Who should read Now, Discover Your Strengths?

  • Anyone looking for ways to discover their hidden talents
  • Anyone who wants to push their boundaries to become more successful
  • Managers interested in capitalizing on their employees’ strengths

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Confidence Books: How the World Sees You by Sally Hogshead

How the World Sees You

Sally Hogshead
Discover Your Highest Value Through the Science of Fascination
3.8 (211 ratings)
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What's How the World Sees You about?

How the World Sees You (2014) offers a window into yourself, helping you discover what fascinates you and how you can be fascinating to other people. Find out how to use your unique personality to improve your performance and your chances of success, and learn how to read those around you so you can put together the perfect collaborative team.

Who should read How the World Sees You?

  • Business leaders who want to learn about team building
  • Employees stuck at a dead-end job
  • Professionals striving to better understand their personal skill set

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Confidence Books: I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t) by Brené Brown

I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t)

Brené Brown
Making the Journey From “What Will People Think?” to “I Am Enough”
4.3 (632 ratings)
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What's I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t) about?

I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t) (2008) is a guide to the visceral and thoroughly human emotion of shame. These blinks explain this complex feeling, discuss how it arises and describe ways in which empathy and connecting with one another can help humans heal.

Who should read I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t)?

  • People who feel shame and want to know how to deal with it
  • People who get angry for no reason and end up blaming others
  • People who want to develop their empathy skills

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Confidence Books: 12 Rules For Life by Jordan B. Peterson

12 Rules For Life

Jordan B. Peterson
An Antidote to Chaos
4.2 (4,243 ratings)
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What's 12 Rules For Life about?

12 Rules For Life (2018) provides readers with an inventory of life’s most pressing concerns and the issues that have been present in the human psyche since ancient times. Author Jordan B. Peterson has collected some of the most enduring philosophical and religious assertions, as well as the lessons from our most cherished tales, to provide us with 12 guidelines to ensure a life of meaning. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, history and myth, these are clear and consistent principles that everyone can live by.

Who should read 12 Rules For Life?

  • Students of psychology
  • Readers seeking meaning in their lives
  • People interested in the lessons of mythology

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Confidence Books: Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz

Psycho-Cybernetics

Maxwell Maltz
A New Technique for Using Your Subconscious Power
4.4 (378 ratings)
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What's Psycho-Cybernetics about?

Psycho-Cybernetics (1960) is about human self-image, how it’s crafted and how it can drastically affect your happiness and success. These blinks describe how to use machine principles to feed your mind the right data and steer yourself toward a fulfilling life.

Who should read Psycho-Cybernetics?

  • Psychologists, neurologists and philosophers
  • People interested in the inner workings of the mind
  • Anyone in need of a boost

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Confidence Books: Insight by Tasha Eurich

Insight

Tasha Eurich
Why We’re Not as Self-Aware as We Think, and How Seeing Ourselves Clearly Helps Us Succeed at Work and in Life
4.3 (230 ratings)
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What's Insight about?

Insight (2017) takes you on a journey from self-blindness to self-awareness – a highly valuable, but surprisingly absent skill. Author Tasha Eurich explains what self-awareness is and why it’s a crucial quality to have. She identifies various obstacles to becoming self-aware and provides strategies to overcome them.

Who should read Insight?

  • Individuals who’d like to gain more self-awareness
  • Anyone coping with peers who lack self-awareness
  • Leaders who want to build a self-aware and successful team

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Confidence Books: Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff

Self-Compassion

Kristin Neff
The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
4.6 (645 ratings)
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What's Self-Compassion about?

Self-Compassion (2011) is an urgent call for us to be more kind to ourselves. Based on empirical psychological research, it looks at the causes and effects of the vicious self-criticism and feelings of inadequacy that plague many of our minds. It then shows us a healthier, more compassionate way to relate to ourselves.

Who should read Self-Compassion?

  • Self-critics
  • Self-doubters
  • Self-improvers

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Confidence Books: The Storytelling Edge by Shane Snow and Joe Lazauskas

The Storytelling Edge

Shane Snow and Joe Lazauskas
How to Transform Your Business, Stop Screaming into the Void, and Make People Love You
4.3 (402 ratings)
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What's The Storytelling Edge about?

The Storytelling Edge (2018) is a study of communication by two content strategists who’ve taken an old Native American proverb to heart – “those who tell the stories run the world.” As Shane Snow and Joe Lazauskas assert, it doesn’t much matter if you’re an individual, a business, or a government: if you want to thrive in today’s world, you need to be able to tell your story as convincingly and fluently as possible.

Who should read The Storytelling Edge?

  • Marketing and advertising pros   
  • Brand managers and copywriters
  • Entrepreneurs looking for new ideas

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Confidence Books: The Art of Living Alone and Loving It by Jane Mathews

The Art of Living Alone and Loving It

Jane Mathews
Your inspirational toolkit for a whole and happy life
4.0 (301 ratings)
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What's The Art of Living Alone and Loving It about?

The Art of Living Alone and Loving It (2018) is a guide explaining how to embrace a life on your own through positive thinking and a proactive mindset. By confronting your situation head-on, you can turn living alone into an enriching and joyous experience.

Who should read The Art of Living Alone and Loving It?

  • Women who are thinking about living alone
  • Single women looking to make the most out of life
  • Recent divorcees or widows

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Confidence Books: Perfectly Confident by Don A. Moore

Perfectly Confident

Don A. Moore
How to Calibrate Your Decisions Wisely
4.1 (925 ratings)
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What's Perfectly Confident about?

Perfectly Confident (2020) is an in-depth exploration of what confidence is and how we can leverage it effectively. Having too much confidence can be just as bad as having too little. But how do you strike the right balance and become perfectly confident? Drawing on psychology, economics, and his own research into business leadership, author Don A. Moore offers some insightful answers.

Who should read Perfectly Confident?

  • Leaders lacking confidence
  • People who want to get better at making decisions
  • Anyone who’s heard “fake it till you make it”

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Confidence Books: Sizing People Up by Robin Dreeke and Cameron Stauth

Sizing People Up

Robin Dreeke and Cameron Stauth
A Veteran FBI Agent’s User Manual for Behavior Prediction
4.3 (340 ratings)
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What's Sizing People Up about?

Sizing People Up (2020) explores the subtle behavioral clues that reveal someone’s true character and intentions. From divining people’s mindset to analyzing their language to understanding common behavioral patterns, these blinks reveal who you can trust – and who you definitely can’t. 

Who should read Sizing People Up?

  • Recruiters looking to up their game
  • Psychology buffs seeking fresh insights
  • Sales people wanting to develop their skills

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Confidence Books: Good Vibes, Good Life by Vex King

Good Vibes, Good Life

Vex King
How Self-Love Is the Key to Unlocking Your Greatness
4.3 (427 ratings)
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What's Good Vibes, Good Life about?

Good Vibes, Good Life (2020) explores the power of positive thinking. By outlining simple techniques for changing your mindset, it reveals how every one of us can take control of our happiness – and our future.

Who should read Good Vibes, Good Life?

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed by 2020
  • Wallflowers looking for a confidence boost
  • Budding entrepreneurs searching for inspiration

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Confidence Books: The Law of Success by Napoleon Hill

The Law of Success

Napoleon Hill
The 15 Most Powerful Principles for Wealth, Health, and Happiness
4.6 (959 ratings)
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What's The Law of Success about?

The Law of Success (1928) covers 15 valuable lessons that you can use to get motivated about turning your plans and dreams into reality. You can put these practical lessons into practice today. They’re designed to help you turn words into action, gain self-confidence, and thrive in any environment.

Who should read The Law of Success?

  • Inspiration seekers
  • Salespeople looking for tips on success
  • People interested in how to gain self-confidence

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Confidence Books: Soundtracks by Jon Acuff

Soundtracks

Jon Acuff
The Surprising Solution to Overthinking
4.3 (399 ratings)
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What's Soundtracks about?

Soundtracks (2021) is a simple guide to ending self-doubt, hesitation, and overthinking. Instead of being at the mercy of your fickle and often unhelpful thoughts, you’ll discover patterns of thinking that can strengthen you, make you happier, and bring you closer to achieving your goals.

Who should read Soundtracks?

  • Lifelong overthinkers who finally want to start taking action
  • Negative Nancies who need to inject some optimism into their lives
  • Anyone who lets self-doubt interfere with work, life goals, or relationships

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Confidence Books: Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab

Set Boundaries, Find Peace

Nedra Glover Tawwab
A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself
4.6 (709 ratings)
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What's Set Boundaries, Find Peace about?

Set Boundaries, Find Peace (2021) lays out everything you need to know about boundaries: what they are, why you need them, and how to implement them in your life right now. By breaking down the ins and outs of setting healthy boundaries, these blinks will leave you feeling confident and empowered to finally tackle those thorny conversations that you’ve been avoiding for so long.

Who should read Set Boundaries, Find Peace?

  • People-pleasers who don’t know how to say no
  • Couples that have trouble communicating
  • Anyone who finds setting boundaries especially difficult

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Confidence Books: The Alter Ego Effect by Todd Herman

The Alter Ego Effect

Todd Herman
The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life
4.5 (197 ratings)
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What's The Alter Ego Effect about?

The Alter Ego Effect (2019) is a guide to achieving your goals through the use of alter egos. Featuring numerous examples of successful people who have created alter egos, it offers clear, practical strategies for success in every area of life.

Who should read The Alter Ego Effect?

  • Frustrated creatives seeking to improve their performance
  • People who are curious about identity and the concept of alter egos
  • Clark Kents ready for their phone booth transformation

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Confidence Books: Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield

Turning Pro

Steven Pressfield
Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work
4.5 (254 ratings)
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What's Turning Pro about?

Turning Pro (2012) sheds a light on why so many aspiring creatives and entrepreneurs fail to make their dreams a reality. It also explains how, by making a conscious decision to pursue your goals and reconfiguring your life, you can finally gain traction and embrace your true calling.

Who should read Turning Pro?

  • Aspiring artists with big dreams
  • Frustrated writers who struggle with productivity
  • Closet creatives who wish they had more courage

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Confidence Books: Own Your Greatness by Lisa Orbé-Austin & Richard Orbé-Austin

Own Your Greatness

Lisa Orbé-Austin & Richard Orbé-Austin
Overcome Impostor Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life
4.6 (598 ratings)
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What's Own Your Greatness about?

Own Your Greatness (2020) is a guided workbook for people who constantly feel like imposters. Drawing on Drs. Lisa and Richard Orbé-Austin’s expertise, it helps you identify and overcome the tiggers, habits and thoughts that activate your imposter syndrome, so you can beat self-doubt and succeed in life.

Who should read Own Your Greatness?

  • People with a penchant for self-doubt
  • Counselors searching for new strategies
  • Imposter syndrome sufferers ready to take action

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Confidence Books: Parenting by Andy & Sandra Stanley

Parenting

Andy & Sandra Stanley
Getting It Right
4.5 (114 ratings)
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What's Parenting about?

Parenting (2023) presents essential parenting principles in a format that is easy to follow and implement. By drawing on practical knowledge and experience, the authors illustrate the goals and steps required to raise a happy and healthy kid – whether you’re dealing with the sleepless frustration of a newborn or the emotional rollercoaster of a moody teenager.

Who should read Parenting?

  • Overwhelmed new parents who want a bit of direction in their chaotic lives
  • Frustrated moms and dads looking for a fresh perspective on classic problems
  • Expecting couples who want to have a solid foundation from the very start

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Confidence Books: The Book of Boundaries by Melissa Urban

The Book of Boundaries

Melissa Urban
Set the Limits That Will Set You Free
4.2 (376 ratings)
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What's The Book of Boundaries about?

The Book of Boundaries (2022) is a pragmatic and empowering guide to setting healthy relationship limits. It provides over 130 scripts to ensure you always have the right words to set boundaries and create healthier, happier relationships.

Who should read The Book of Boundaries?

  • Anxious parents
  • Time, energy, and space-conscious workers
  • Anyone who can’t say no

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Confidence Books: Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers by Stephanie M. Kriesberg

Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers

Stephanie M. Kriesberg
Quiet the Critical Voice in Your Head, Heal Self-Doubt, and Live the Life You Deserve
4.5 (119 ratings)
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What's Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers about?

Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers (2022) explores the ramifications of having a narcissistic parent, and what you as an adult can do to release yourself from your mother’s toxic hold. Its toolkit will help you manage the difficult feelings that come with being raised by a narcissist – like self-doubt, shame, and anxiety – so that you can start living on your own terms. 

Who should read Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers?

  • Adults with controlling, manipulative, or domineering mothers
  • Those who have struggled with anxiety and insecurity since they were young
  • Anyone who has felt fundamentally flawed since they were a child

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Confidence Books: Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Julie Smith

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Julie Smith
4.2 (1,142 ratings)
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What's Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? about?

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? (2022) is an empathetic and practical guide to improving and maintaining mental well-being. It offers bite-sized, actionable advice and coping strategies for anxiety, depression, unexpected setbacks, a lack of self-confidence, and more.

Who should read Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before??

  • People seeking relief from anxiety and depression
  • Those looking to support a loved one going through a hard time
  • Self-help fans eager for science-based perspectives

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Confidence Books: 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest

101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think

Brianna Wiest
4.3 (792 ratings)
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What's 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think about?

101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think (2016) is an antidote to anxiety, but not in the way you think. Instead of mounting roadblocks against your darkest feelings, it encourages you to use them as agents of personal growth. Managing your thoughts will lead you toward the daily habits that will bring you fulfillment.

Who should read 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think?

  • People in their twenties trying to find purpose and meaning, and manage their anxiety
  • Thirtysomethings who want to understand how their past has shaped their present and how they can still salvage the future
  • Those who want to find joy and fulfillment in being themselves

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Confidence Books: DIRTY LAUNDRY by Richard Pink & Roxanne Emery

DIRTY LAUNDRY

Richard Pink & Roxanne Emery
Why adults with ADHD are so ashamed and what we can do to help
4.3 (167 ratings)
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What's DIRTY LAUNDRY about?

Dirty Laundry (2023) is an honest and humorous glimpse into the daily chaos that is life with ADHD. Whether you’re diagnosed, undiagnosed, or just trying to better understand a loved one, these real-life stories and practical advice can help you learn from and live with the struggles of this chronic disorder.

Who should read DIRTY LAUNDRY?

  • Those living with ADHD who want their struggle to be seen.
  • Members of neurodivergent households looking for ways to best help the people they care about.
  • Anyone who needs to take the shame, judgment, or frustration out of living with ADHD.

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Confidence Books: The Imposter Cure by Dr. Jessamy Hibberd

The Imposter Cure

Dr. Jessamy Hibberd
Escape the mind-trap of imposter syndrome
4.4 (565 ratings)
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What's The Imposter Cure about?

The Imposter Cure (2019) provides strategies for increasing confidence, overcoming fears and doubts, and learning to see oneself through the eyes of others.

Who should read The Imposter Cure?

  • Anybody who feels like a fraud
  • Grown-ups who don’t feel grown up
  • Self-sabotagers

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Confidence Books: Never Finished by David Goggins

Never Finished

David Goggins
Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within
4.5 (1,204 ratings)
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What's Never Finished about?

Never Finished (2022) is your guide to transforming into the person you never imagined you could be. It shares stories of setbacks and lessons learned that you can use to power through life's unending challenges.

Who should read Never Finished?

  • Injured athletes looking for motivation
  • Midlifers seeking a challenge
  • Anyone seeking to maximize their potential

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Confidence Books: Presentation Advantage by Kory Kogon, Breck England and Julie Schmidt

Presentation Advantage

Kory Kogon, Breck England and Julie Schmidt
How to Inform and Persuade Any Audience
4.5 (347 ratings)
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What's Presentation Advantage about?

The Presentation Advantage (2015) gives you the strategies you need to connect with your audience and get the results you want. Presentation happens everywhere from the boardroom to a first date. How you present yourself has everything to do with how much success you’ll achieve.

Who should read Presentation Advantage?

  • Anyone hoping to advance their career
  • People nervous about public speaking
  • Marketers, managers, and entrepreneurs

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Confidence Books: 8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting by Mandy Morris

8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting

Mandy Morris
How to Create the Reality of Your Dreams
4.4 (457 ratings)
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What's 8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting about?

8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting (2022) offers an eight-step approach to increasing your self-awareness, raising your energetic vibration, and bringing about your heart’s truest desires. 

Who should read 8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting?

  • Anyone who wants to live more abundantly
  • People frustrated about unfulfilled dreams
  • Manifestors who aren’t seeing results as quickly as they’d like

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Confidence Books: No More Mr. Nice Guy! by Robert A. Glover

No More Mr. Nice Guy!

Robert A. Glover
A Proven Plan for Getting what You Want in Love, Sex, and Life
4.2 (488 ratings)
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What's No More Mr. Nice Guy! about?

No More Mr. Nice Guy (2000) is the Nice Guy’s guide to recovery. Learn how to stop seeking the approval of others, live your life the way you want to, and ultimately get the love, life, and sex that you crave but that your Nice Guy Syndrome actually stops you from achieving.

Who should read No More Mr. Nice Guy!?

  • Men who want to take control of their lives
  • Men who want to find love – and with it, good sex
  • Women who want to help their Nice Guy become the man they really want

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Confidence Books: How We Heal by Alexandra Elle

How We Heal

Alexandra Elle
Uncover Your Power and Set Yourself Free
4.4 (351 ratings)
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What's How We Heal about?

How We Heal (2022) provides a detailed look at the complex and life-changing process of self-healing. Techniques are separated into a 4-step framework which provides encouragement, practical strategies, and journaling exercises to help you rediscover your inner power and cultivate a sense of inner peace.

Who should read How We Heal?

  • Fans of self-help books
  • Anyone who wants to learn about self-healing
  • People interested in mental health and wellness

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Confidence Books: Stop Self-Sabotage by Dr. Judy Ho, PhD

Stop Self-Sabotage

Dr. Judy Ho, PhD
Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and Get Out of Your Own Way
4.0 (507 ratings)
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What's Stop Self-Sabotage about?

Stop Self-Sabotage (2019) outlines a six-step guide to identifying and overcoming behaviors that counteract people’s ability to reach goals of all kinds. The clinically proven process includes exercises, practical advice, and real-life examples of how people have used the method to change their lives.

Who should read Stop Self-Sabotage?

  • Procrastinators
  • Anyone who struggles with motivation or willpower to achieve their goals
  • People looking to make positive changes quickly and efficiently

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Confidence Books: The Creative Act by Rick Rubin

The Creative Act

Rick Rubin
A Way of Being
4.5 (536 ratings)
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What's The Creative Act about?

The Creative Act (2023) is a meditative manifesto about what it really means to be an artist. It contends that artists don’t have a monopoly on creativity – everyone is inherently creative. To access that creativity you just need to commit to a creative practice. By cultivating an awareness of the world around you and allowing yourself to make lots of mistakes, you’ll be able to revel in the creative process, instead of fearing it.

Who should read The Creative Act?

  • Music lovers looking for inspiration from a world-famous producer
  • Blocked creatives who want to get over their fears and start making cool stuff
  • Spiritual seekers who want to learn how to delight in the world around them

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Confidence Books: Unfu*k Yourself by Gary John Bishop

Unfu*k Yourself

Gary John Bishop
Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life
4.6 (1,563 ratings)
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What's Unfu*k Yourself about?

Unfu*k Yourself (2017) lays out an unpleasant truth: there’s only one thing that’s getting in the way of your best life, and that’s you. It provides a set of no-nonsense strategies designed to help you get out of your head, get out of your way, and begin living life on your own terms.

Who should read Unfu*k Yourself?

  • Self-saboteurs who can’t turn off their persistently negative inner monologue
  • Those trying to get out of their own way and go after their dreams
  • Anyone who’d like their life to be a little less, well, fu*ked

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Confidence Books: Awaken Your Genius by Ozan Varol

Awaken Your Genius

Ozan Varol
Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity, and Become Extraordinary
4.5 (517 ratings)
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What's Awaken Your Genius about?

Awaken Your Genius (2023) is a straightforward yet philosophical guide to releasing the aspects of yourself that don’t suit your growth. Through a five-step process, it shows readers how they can find their way back to their unique and authentic genius selves.

Who should read Awaken Your Genius?

  • Anyone who feels stuck in a rut
  • People contemplating a major life change
  • Those looking to live more creative lives

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Confidence Books: The Art of Manifesting by Carolyn Boyes

The Art of Manifesting

Carolyn Boyes
Tap into the power of the universe to live your best life
4.4 (418 ratings)
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What's The Art of Manifesting about?

The Art of Manifesting (2023) is a handy guide to the practice of manifesting, or bringing the life you envision into reality. Packed with actionable advice and easy exercises, it shows how you can start to tune into the universe and transform your life. 

Who should read The Art of Manifesting?

  • Anyone looking to change their life
  • People curious about what manifesting is 
  • Those who know about manifesting and want to improve

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Confidence Books: The Power of the Pussy by Kara King

The Power of the Pussy

Kara King
How to Get What You Want from Men: Love, Respect, Commitment and More!
3.6 (198 ratings)
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What's The Power of the Pussy about?

The Power of the Pussy (2014) shares the twelve secret “powers” that women can use to transform their lives by changing the ways they perceive men and dating. Through straight-forward advice and positive encouragement, author Kara King gives readers tools to break the cycle of bad relationships and create the life they want with the man of their dreams.

Who should read The Power of the Pussy?

  • Fans of self-help books
  • People interested in love and romance
  • Single women who want to have better dating experiences with men

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Confidence Books: Let That Sh*t Go by Nina Purewal and Kate Petriw

Let That Sh*t Go

Nina Purewal and Kate Petriw
Find Peace of Mind and Happiness in Your Everyday
4.2 (390 ratings)
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What's Let That Sh*t Go about?

Let That Sh*t Go: Find Peace of Mind and Happiness in Your Everyday (2018) offers a trove of tools and tips to declutter your mind of all the crap that gets in the way of inner peace and joyful living. Its approach to mindfulness helps you to connect to what’s going on in your head and then use that awareness to build self love, authenticity, acceptance, perspective, and forgiveness. 

Who should read Let That Sh*t Go?

  • People interested in what mindfulness is and how to practice it
  • Busy people who feel too stressed or overwhelmed to enjoy life 
  • Anyone who wants to improve their daily happiness

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Confidence Books: The Source by Dr. Tara Swart

The Source

Dr. Tara Swart
The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain
4.4 (114 ratings)
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What's The Source about?

The Source (2019) reveals the secret to mastering your mind. It draws on cognitive science and the author’s coaching experience to provide a four-step plan to fire up your brain and get what you want from life by becoming a new, confident you.

Who should read The Source?

  • Personal Development seekers
  • Stressed individuals looking to improve their mental health and well-being
  • Entrepreneurs and business leaders

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Confidence Books: The Greatness Mindset by Lewis Howes

The Greatness Mindset

Lewis Howes
Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Live Your Best Life Today
4.3 (411 ratings)
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What's The Greatness Mindset about?

The Greatness Mindset (2023) is a powerful guide to unlocking your full potential and living your best life. With personal stories, transformational strategies, and step-by-step guidance, you'll learn how to define your purpose, conquer self-doubt, and start your journey toward a rich, abundant future.

Who should read The Greatness Mindset?

  • Self-reinventors
  • Ambitious millennials
  • Goal-oriented achievers

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Confidence Books: Magic Words by Jonah Berger

Magic Words

Jonah Berger
What to Say to Get Your Way
4.6 (1,523 ratings)
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What's Magic Words about?

Magic Words (2023) teaches you how to use the power of language to achieve your goals. Want to win an argument, nail a job interview, or get your child to clean up after themselves? This guide reveals the magical yet scientifically proven words that may make all the difference.

Who should read Magic Words?

  • People interested in psychology and language
  • Anyone wondering which words to use to market themselves or their product
  • Anyone who wants to become better at (public) speaking

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Confidence Books: The Joy of Saying No by Natalie Lue

The Joy of Saying No

Natalie Lue
A Simple Plan to Stop People-Pleasing, Reclaim Your Boundaries, and Say Yes to the Life You Want
4.1 (175 ratings)
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What's The Joy of Saying No about?

The Joy of Saying No (2022) is a practical guide for people pleasers. It explains what people pleasing is, why it impacts well-being, the different ways it manifests in behaviors, and how it can be overcome, so that people can live more authentically.

Who should read The Joy of Saying No?

  • Life-long people pleasers 
  • Individuals who struggle to say no or set healthy boundaries
  • People aged 20 to 80, who were raised in the Age of Obedience

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Confidence Books: Emotional Habits by Akash Karia

Emotional Habits

Akash Karia
The 7 Things Resilient People Do Differently (And How They Can Help You Succeed in Business and Life)
4.4 (377 ratings)
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What's Emotional Habits about?

Emotional Habits (2016) offers seven practical steps that anyone can implement to take control of their emotional lives and live with more resilience when overcoming life’s personal and professional challenges.

Who should read Emotional Habits?

  • Life optimizers looking for practical advice 
  • Anyone looking to improve their personal or professional resilience 
  • Those looking for better ways to manage their emotional responses

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Confidence Books: The 50th Law by 50 Cent and Robert Greene

The 50th Law

50 Cent and Robert Greene
4.0 (175 ratings)
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What's The 50th Law about?

The 50th Law (2009) focuses on fear philosophy as a catalyst for success. Drawing inspiration from corporate strategies, historical figures, and hip-hop artist 50 Cent – or Curtis Jackson, 50 Cent is his professional name – it encourages brutal realism and a bold mindset to succeed everywhere, from back alleys to the boardroom.

Who should read The 50th Law?

  • Creative Mavericks
  • Ambitious Entrepreneurs
  • Urban culture enthusiasts

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Confidence Books: Not Nice by Aziz Gazipura

Not Nice

Aziz Gazipura
Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, and Feeling Guilty... . and Start Speaking Up, Saying No, and Unapologetically Being Yourself
4.4 (160 ratings)
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What's Not Nice about?

Not Nice (2017) is about overcoming the ingrained habit of being overly accommodating and avoiding conflict in order to please others. It helps the reader break free from people-pleasing, guilt, and fear of rejection, encouraging people to set boundaries, speak up, and assert themselves with confidence. Through practical strategies and insights, it empowers individuals to stop sacrificing their needs and start living more authentically.

Who should read Not Nice?

  • Chronic people-pleasers struggling with over-accommodation and self-sacrifice
  • Professionals aiming to develop stronger assertiveness and leadership skills
  • Anyone interested in boosting self-confidence and authenticity

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Confidence Books: Get Off Your "But" by Sean Stephenson

Get Off Your "But"

Sean Stephenson
How to End Self–Sabotage and Stand Up for Yourself
4.4 (172 ratings)
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What's Get Off Your "But" about?

Get Off Your “But” (2009) offers a thorough look into the methods and mindset of the popular therapist and motivational speaker Sean Stephenson. You’ll learn his six lessons for getting past your excuses, becoming more confident, and taking control over your life. 

Who should read Get Off Your "But"?

  • People eager for a motivational kick in the butt
  • Those struggling with unrealized dreams
  • Fans of uplifting stories

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Confidence Books: The Power of Neurodiversity by Thomas Armstrong

The Power of Neurodiversity

Thomas Armstrong
Unleashing the Advantages of Your Differently Wired Brain
4.4 (61 ratings)
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What's The Power of Neurodiversity about?

The Power of Neurodiversity (2011) explores how reframing neurological differences as diversity rather than disorder can empower those with atypical minds. It covers the strengths of neurodivergent thinking, finding one's niche, positive adaptations, and envisioning a more inclusive world. It invites us to celebrate the brilliance found in all human brains.

Who should read The Power of Neurodiversity?

  • Teachers of all levels
  • Parents of children with learning or cognitive differences
  • Anyone whose brain is wired a little differently

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Confidence Books: Playing Big by Tara Mohr

Playing Big

Tara Mohr
Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead
5.0 (2 ratings)
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What's Playing Big about?

Playing Big (2014) reveals how to overcome the inner barriers that keep you playing small and offers concrete strategies for finding your voice, facing fear, and defining success on your own terms. It provides a transformative framework for stepping boldly into your potential across all areas of life, from career and leadership to community involvement and personal relationships. 

Who should read Playing Big?

  • Emerging leaders hesitant to claim their authority or expertise
  • People-pleasers struggling with setting boundaries at work and in life
  • Anyone experiencing imposter syndrome, battling self-doubt, or feeling stagnant and unfulfilled

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Confidence Books: The Negativity Fast by Anthony Iannarino

The Negativity Fast

Anthony Iannarino
Proven Techniques to Increase Positivity, Reduce Fear, and Boost Success
4.2 (159 ratings)
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What's The Negativity Fast about?

The Negativity Fast (2023) presents a transformative approach to personal growth, emphasizing the power of positivity and effective management of negative emotions. It guides you through a process of eliminating negativity and nourishing your mental outlook with optimism, offering concrete strategies for perspective-taking and coping with conflicting beliefs.

Who should read The Negativity Fast?

  • Stressed-out individuals who need effective ways to counteract negativity
  • People sensitive to global events and political discourse
  • Social media users seeking to guard their mental well-being

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Confidence Books: I Didn't Know I Needed This by Eli Rallo

I Didn't Know I Needed This

Eli Rallo
The New Rules for Flirting, Feeling, and Finding Yourself
4.1 (188 ratings)
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What's I Didn't Know I Needed This about?

I Didn't Know I Needed This (2023) is the ultimate guide to modern dating’s natural lifecycle, from flirting to first dates to relationships to heartbreak. Drawing on TikTok star Eli Rallo's own hard-won experience, this rulebook combines shallow delights and hard truths into her signature brand of romantic realism. 

Who should read I Didn't Know I Needed This?

  • Young women navigating the modern dating world
  • Fans of Eli Rallo's TikTok and Instagram accounts 
  • Readers seeking wisdom and humor around romance, heartbreak, and self-care

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Confidence Books: The Leader In You by Dale Carnegie

The Leader In You

Dale Carnegie
How to Win Friends, Influence People & Succeed in a Changing World
4.3 (37 ratings)
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What's The Leader In You about?

The Leader in You (1993) reveals how tapping into your enthusiasm and creativity can help you connect more effectively and work more productivelyDrawing on insights from leaders across a wide range of fields, this practical guide includes strategies to hone your leadership strengths, boost your self-confidence, and achieve your personal and professional goals.

Who should read The Leader In You?

  • Managers or employees striving to become effective leaders
  • People craving better relationships with friends and colleagues
  • Perennial worriers who want to reenergize their outlook on life

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Confidence Books: The First Rule of Mastery by Michael Gervais

The First Rule of Mastery

Michael Gervais
Stop Worrying about What People Think of You
3.7 (235 ratings)
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What's The First Rule of Mastery about?

The First Rule of Mastery (2023) reveals that letting go of the fear of other people's opinions unleashes your potential by promoting a shift towards values and purpose.

Who should read The First Rule of Mastery?

  • Individuals seeking self-improvement
  • Professionals aiming for excellence
  • Anyone battling social anxiety

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Confidence Books: The Little Book of Stoicism by Jonas Salzgeber

The Little Book of Stoicism

Jonas Salzgeber
Timeless Wisdom to Gain Resilience, Confidence, and Calmness
3.8 (389 ratings)
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What's The Little Book of Stoicism about?

The Little Book of Stoicism (2019) is about how using stoic principles can turn life’s adversities into advantages, promoting resilience, confidence, and calm in everyday life.

Who should read The Little Book of Stoicism?

  • Fans of philosophy
  • Self-improvement enthusiasts
  • People facing stress

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Confidence Books: Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy

Inner Excellence

Jim Murphy
Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life
4.6 (124 ratings)
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What's Inner Excellence about?

Inner Excellence (2010)  is your guide to mental mastery, helping you stay calm under pressure and push past fear and self-doubt. It teaches practical techniques to rewire limiting beliefs and build unshakable confidence. By shifting your focus from results to growth, you’ll develop the mindset needed to perform at your best – no matter the challenge.

Who should read Inner Excellence?

  • Professionals who struggle with high-stakes pressure
  • Creatives battling self-doubt and fear of failure
  • Individuals trapped by external definitions of success

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Confidence Books: Think This, Not That by Josh Axe

Think This, Not That

Josh Axe
12 Mindshifts to Breakthrough Limiting Beliefs and Become Who You Were Born to Be
3.9 (262 ratings)
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What's Think This, Not That about?

Think This, Not That (2024) is a guide to reshaping thought patterns to foster a healthier mental, emotional, and physical state. It delves into the science of cognitive habits and provides 12 actionable strategies to empower individuals to achieve lasting personal change and make their life their masterpiece. 

Who should read Think This, Not That?

  • Anyone struggling with negative thought patterns
  • People interested in holistic health approaches
  • Wellness coaches and mental health professionals

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Confidence Books: How to Become a People Magnet by Marc Reklau

How to Become a People Magnet

Marc Reklau
62 Strategies for Powerful Relationships and Positive Impact
4.3 (190 ratings)
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What's How to Become a People Magnet about?

How to Become a People Magnet (2018) reveals the psychology behind successful relationships and provides practical tips for improving social skills. It emphasizes authenticity and offers actionable advice on creating lasting impressions, effective communication, and building deeper connections.

Who should read How to Become a People Magnet?

  • Networkers seeking to build powerful relationships
  • Professionals aiming to enhance their influence
  • Anyone interested in improving their social skills and achieving lasting happiness

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Confidence Books: Big Dating Energy by Jeff Guenther, Kate Happ

Big Dating Energy

Jeff Guenther, Kate Happ
How to Create Lasting Love by Tapping Into Your Authentic Self
3.9 (31 ratings)
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What's Big Dating Energy about?

Big Dating Energy (2024) transforms dating into a journey of self-discovery and joy. It equips you with the tools and mindset to navigate everything from first dates to recognizing red flags, creating ideal partner checklists, and knowing when and how to end things. With charm and easy-to-follow advice, it helps you not only succeed at dating but also enjoy the process and learn more about yourself along the way. 

Who should read Big Dating Energy?

  • Singles tired of disappointing dates
  • People in the tricky should-we-commit? phase of dating
  • Anyone tired of approaching dating and romance from a place of insecurity

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Confidence Books: Smart, Not Loud by Jessica Chen

Smart, Not Loud

Jessica Chen
How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons
3.9 (76 ratings)
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What's Smart, Not Loud about?

Smart, Not Loud (2024) addresses why “loud” people often get noticed and promoted at work – and how quieter individuals can succeed without compromising their values. It offers practical strategies such as tactful self-advocacy, building strategic relationships, and mastering voice elements to enhance communication.

Who should read Smart, Not Loud?

  • Soft-spoken professionals navigating loud workplaces
  • Managers who want to support “quiet culture” employees
  • Anyone who feels they could improve their workplace communication skills

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Confidence Books: Coach Yourself Confident by Julie Smith

Coach Yourself Confident

Julie Smith
Ditch the self-doubt tax, unlock humble confidence
4.1 (54 ratings)
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What's Coach Yourself Confident about?

Coach Yourself Confident (2024) delves into the art of building true self-assurance – not through acquiring new traits but by unlocking and nurturing the confidence that already resides within you. It provides practical tools for quieting your inner critic and overcoming “self-doubt tax” while maintaining powerful yet humble confidence that amplifies your potential in both personal and professional arenas.

Who should read Coach Yourself Confident?

  • Anyone struggling with self-doubt
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders
  • Personal development enthusiasts

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Confidence Books: The Art of Explanation by Ros Atkins

The Art of Explanation

Ros Atkins
How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence
4.2 (135 ratings)
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What's The Art of Explanation about?

The Art of Explanation (2023) explores techniques and strategies for effectively crafting clear and impactful explanations. Through practical insights and tools for improving clarity, storytelling, and structure, it's an essential guide for anyone looking to become a clear communicator in any scenario.

Who should read The Art of Explanation?

  • Presenters who need to hold their audience’s attention
  • Workers who feel overwhelmed at the prospect of crafting an essay or report
  • Job-seekers who want to convey essential information in interview settings

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Confidence Books: On the Edge by Nate Silver

On the Edge

Nate Silver
The Art of Risking Everything
4.0 (57 ratings)
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What's On the Edge about?

On the Edge (2024) explores the world of risk-takers who shape modern life, from poker players and hedge fund managers to venture capitalists and crypto enthusiasts. It delves into the strategies and mindsets of those who thrive in high-stakes environments, offering insights into how they navigate uncertainty and use risk to their advantage. Through a blend of storytelling and analysis, it sheds light on the art of risk and its pivotal role in today's rapidly changing world.

Who should read On the Edge?

  • Entrepreneurs and business leaders facing strategic decisions
  • Investors looking to systematize their thinking
  • Anyone interested in understanding risk and uncertainty

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Confidence Books: I Hate Job Interviews by Sam Owens

I Hate Job Interviews

Sam Owens
Stop Stressing. Start Performing. Get the Job You Want.
4.5 (19 ratings)
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What's I Hate Job Interviews about?

I Hate Job Interviews (2024) provides a comprehensive system for mastering job interviews, offering frameworks and techniques to tackle a wide variety of questions with confidence. It equips you with tools to craft compelling examples, practice effectively, and negotiate salary, all aimed at helping you stand out and secure your desired positions.

Who should read I Hate Job Interviews?

  • Recent college graduates entering the job market
  • Job seekers preparing for important interviews
  • Mid-career professionals seeking new opportunities

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Confidence Books: Raising Securely Attached Kids by Eli Harwood

Raising Securely Attached Kids

Eli Harwood
Use Connection-Focused Parenting to Build Confidence and Empathy
4.6 (107 ratings)
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What's Raising Securely Attached Kids about?

Raising Securely Attached Kids (2024) is a parenting guide that teaches strategies to foster secure, trusting relationships with children through connection-focused methods. It provides actionable advice to help parents overcome their own past traumas, build emotional resilience in their kids, and create lasting bonds based on empathy and trust.

Who should read Raising Securely Attached Kids?

  • Parents seeking to strengthen emotional bonds with their children
  • Caregivers addressing childhood attachment issues or trauma
  • Adults healing from their own insecure childhood attachments

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Confidence Books: #POSITIVITY by Phil Hellmuth Jr.

#POSITIVITY

Phil Hellmuth Jr.
You Are Always In The Right Place At The Right Time
4.5 (206 ratings)
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What's #POSITIVITY about?

#Positivity (2018) offers practical strategies for achieving success by overcoming negativity and focusing on personal goals. It presents easy-to-follow techniques for shifting your mindset and building a foundation for lasting success in all areas of life.

Who should read #POSITIVITY?

  • Goal-oriented people looking for clear strategies to succeed
  • Professionals aiming to balance ambition with gratitude and humility
  • Individuals seeking personal growth through positive mindset practices

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Confidence Books: Confidence by Ethan Nichtern

Confidence

Ethan Nichtern
Holding Your Seat through Life's Eight Worldly Winds
4.2 (100 ratings)
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What's Confidence about?

Confidence (2024) explores how to navigate today’s tumultuous world through the lens of Buddhist teachings. It examines the concept of the Eight Worldly Winds, offering insights into your relationships with yourself and others, and includes meditation exercises to help you access your innate wisdom and cultivate confidence.

Who should read Confidence?

  • People struggling with confidence and self-doubt
  • Mindfulness enthusiasts looking to deepen their practice
  • Anyone interested in personal growth and self-improvement

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Confidence Books: You Can Do It! by Rob Schneider

You Can Do It!

Rob Schneider
Speak Your Mind, America
3.5 (89 ratings)
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What's You Can Do It! about?

You Can Do It! (2024) offers Rob Schneider’s unfiltered take on the fight for free speech in a world dominated by cancel culture and self-censorship. Drawing from his experiences in comedy and public life, Schneider encourages you to stand up for truth, challenge absurdities, and protect open dialogue at all costs.

Who should read You Can Do It!?

  • Fans of free speech advocates and open dialogue
  • Comedy enthusiasts who enjoy bold, controversial humor
  • People interested in critiques of cancel culture and Big Tech

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Confidence Books: Rebel by Graham Cochrane

Rebel

Graham Cochrane
Find Yourself by Not Following the Crowd
3.9 (19 ratings)
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What's Rebel about?

Rebel (2024) is a guide to breaking free from societal expectations and living authentically. It presents a five-step framework for rediscovering your passions, redefining success, and embracing a revolutionary mindset to create a life that truly resonates with your authentic self. 

Who should read Rebel?

  • Career changers or recent college graduates seeking direction
  • Individuals struggling with societal expectations and pressures
  • Anyone interested in living more authentically, on their own terms

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Confidence Books: The Art of Witty Banter by Patrick King

The Art of Witty Banter

Patrick King
Be Clever, Quick, and Magnetic
3.8 (244 ratings)
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What's The Art of Witty Banter about?

The Art of Witty Banter (2018) is about mastering the skill of quick, clever conversation to engage and charm others in social settings. It provides practical strategies for developing wit, confidence, and humor, helping to build rapport and navigate social interactions with ease. Through actionable tips, it teaches you how to think on your feet and keep conversations light, playful, and memorable.

Who should read The Art of Witty Banter?

  • Introverts looking to engage more socially with ease
  • Professionals aiming to enhance networking and rapport-building skills
  • Anyone hoping to add humor to everyday conversations

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Confidence Books: Sonny Boy by Al Pacino

Sonny Boy

Al Pacino
A Memoir
4.4 (71 ratings)
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What's Sonny Boy about?

Sonny Boy (2024) pulls you into the world of a factory worker’s son who transformed himself into one of American cinema’s most recognizable names. Through poverty, stardom, exile, and redemption, you’ll witness the life of an artist who chose the high wire over safe ground.

Who should read Sonny Boy?

  • Cinema buffs
  • Actors and performers looking for insider tips
  • Fans of true stories about grit and glory

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Confidence Books: Why We Do What We Do by Edward L. Deci, Richard Flaste

Why We Do What We Do

Edward L. Deci, Richard Flaste
Understanding Self-Motivation
4.3 (181 ratings)
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What's Why We Do What We Do about?

Why We Do What We Do (1995) explores the science of human motivation, focusing on what drives people to act and how external influences shape their behavior. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, manager, or simply curious about human behavior, it offers transformative insights into fostering growth, collaboration, and authentic success in every area of life. 

Who should read Why We Do What We Do?

  • Parents, teachers and managers
  • Self-development enthusiasts
  • Psychology buffs

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Confidence Books: 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do by Amy Morin

13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do

Amy Morin
Own Your Power, Channel Your Confidence, and Find Your Authentic Voice for a Life of Meaning and Joy
3.8 (22 ratings)
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What's 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do about?

13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do (2018) is a snappy, straight-to-the-point guidebook aimed at women who are ready to stop holding themselves back. It’s filled with practical strategies for building mental toughness through rejecting perfectionism, breaking free from gender roles, resisting guilt, and overcoming societal expectations.

Who should read 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do?

  • Working women ready to break through the glass ceiling
  • Busy moms ready to put themselves first
  • Retired women ready to shape a new life chapter 

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Confidence Books: Attitude Is Everything by Jeff Keller

Attitude Is Everything

Jeff Keller
Change Your Attitude... Change Your Life!
4.3 (81 ratings)
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What's Attitude Is Everything about?

Attitude Is Everything (1999) explores how cultivating a positive mindset can transform your life and help you achieve your goals. It emphasizes the power of thoughts, words, and actions in shaping outcomes, offering practical strategies for overcoming negativity and embracing a proactive approach. By focusing on visualization, positive communication, and persistence, it provides tools to unlock personal and professional success.

Who should read Attitude Is Everything?

  • Self-help enthusiasts seeking personal growth and self-improvement
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs looking for strategies to overcome setbacks
  • Anyone facing challenges and striving for a fresh perspective

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Confidence Books: The Power of Self-Confidence by Brian Tracy

The Power of Self-Confidence

Brian Tracy
Become Unstoppable, Irresistible, and Unafraid in Every Area of Your Life
4.4 (64 ratings)
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What's The Power of Self-Confidence about?

The Power of Self-Confidence (2012) explores the essential role self-confidence plays in achieving personal and professional success. It offers practical strategies for building belief in yourself, overcoming fear and doubt, and maintaining a positive mindset. By cultivating self-assurance, it empowers readers to set ambitious goals and take consistent action toward their dreams.

Who should read The Power of Self-Confidence?

  • Ambitious individuals seeking to boost their self-confidence
  • Career-driven professionals aiming for growth and success
  • Anyone interested in personal development and growth

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Confidence Books: Better Small Talk by Patrick King

Better Small Talk

Patrick King
Master the Art of Deep Conversation
4.1 (164 ratings)
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What's Better Small Talk about?

Better Small Talk (2020) is a practical guide to mastering the art of meaningful conversations. It offers actionable strategies for every stage of dialogue, from breaking the ice to fostering deeper connections. Whether speaking with strangers or familiar faces, it provides tools to engage confidently, leave lasting impressions, and transform small talk into impactful exchanges.

Who should read Better Small Talk?

  • Individuals seeking to improve their social and conversational skills
  • Introverts wanting to build confidence in social interactions
  • Professionals aiming to network and leave lasting impressions

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Confidence Books: Don't Say Um by Michael Chad Hoeppner

Don't Say Um

Michael Chad Hoeppner
How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life
4.2 (26 ratings)
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What's Don't Say Um about?

Don’t Say Um (2025) breaks down outdated ideas about speaking and gives you tools to communicate with clarity, confidence, and ease. Treating speaking as a skill that can be practiced and improved, it’s packed with useful exercises and actionable insights. 

Who should read Don't Say Um?

  • Professionals seeking to improve public speaking and communication skills
  • Individuals overcoming anxiety around speaking in high-pressure situations
  • Anyone aiming to communicate more clearly, confidently, and effectively

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Confidence Books: How to Be Enough by Ellen Hendriksen

How to Be Enough

Ellen Hendriksen
Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists
4.3 (42 ratings)
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What's How to Be Enough about?

How to Be Enough (2024) offers a transformative approach to overcoming perfectionism by shifting from harsh self-judgment to genuine self-acceptance. Through seven key mindset changes, from embracing self-compassion to practicing emotional authenticity, the book provides practical strategies for breaking free from the cycle of never feeling good enough while maintaining healthy standards of excellence. 

Who should read How to Be Enough?

  • Those who have difficulty accepting compliments or celebrating their successes
  • High-achieving professionals who struggle with imposter syndrome
  • People-pleasers who have difficulty setting boundaries or saying no

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Confidence Books: Defy by Sunita Sah

Defy

Sunita Sah
The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes
3.9 (28 ratings)
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What's Defy about?

Defy (2025) explores the pervasive societal pressures that lead people to comply against their better judgment and presents groundbreaking research on how to resist these forces. It introduces a revolutionary framework for understanding and practicing defiance as a positive force, offering practical strategies for speaking up and making decisions that align with your values.

Who should read Defy?

  • Leaders and managers responsible for building ethical organizational cultures
  • Professionals navigating complex ethical decisions in their places of work
  • Activists seeking to create systemic change from within institutions

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Confidence Books: The Danish Way of Parenting by Jessica Joelle Alexander, Iben Sandahl

The Danish Way of Parenting

Jessica Joelle Alexander, Iben Sandahl
What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids
4.6 (38 ratings)
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What's The Danish Way of Parenting about?

The Danish Way of Parenting (2014) explores the core principles of Danish parenting that contribute to Denmark’s status as the happiest country in the world and its success in raising well-adjusted children. It offers practical guidance for parents worldwide on how to implement proven Danish parenting strategies, promising to help create happier, more confident children through methods that have been successful in Denmark for generations.

Who should read The Danish Way of Parenting?

  • New parents ready to create positive habits from day one
  • Established parents looking for a calmer, gentler approach
  • Carers and educators seeking playful development strategies that work

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Confidence Books: When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable by Karen Ehman

When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable

Karen Ehman
How to Break the Pattern of People-Pleasing and Confidently Live Your Life
4.2 (5 ratings)
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What's When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable about?

When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable (2021) invites you into a transformative journey from exhausting people-pleasing to empowered self-advocacy. Through practical strategies and honest insights, you’ll discover how to break free from the crushing weight of others’ expectations and reclaim your authentic voice. Your path to setting healthy boundaries and living confidently on your own terms starts here.

Who should read When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable?

  • People struggling with chronic people-pleasing and boundary issues
  • Therapists and mental health professionals seeking client resources
  • Individuals working on their personal growth and self-confidence

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Confidence Books: Taking Sexy Back by Alexandra H. Solomon

Taking Sexy Back

Alexandra H. Solomon
How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want
3.1 (9 ratings)
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What's Taking Sexy Back about?

Taking Sexy Back (2020) is a radical guide to helping women reclaim their authentic sexuality. In a culture that reduces "sexy" to a performance while imposing shame and conflicting expectations, it provides practical tools and mindfulness-based approaches for developing sexual self-awareness, understanding boundaries, and creating meaningful intimate connections.

Who should read Taking Sexy Back?

  • Female-identified people seeking to build more authentic intimate connections
  • Anyone looking for creating more aligned and authentic sexual experiences
  • Anyone interested in the intersection of identity and sexuality

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Confidence Books: Get to the Point! by Joel Schwartzberg

Get to the Point!

Joel Schwartzberg
Sharpen Your Message and Make Your Words Matter
4.3 (82 ratings)
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What's Get to the Point! about?

Get to the Point! (2017) is your guide to delivering clear, concise, and compelling messages. It emphasizes the importance of identifying and sticking to a precise point, and arms you with tools and techniques to build confidence in your written and spoken communications. 

Who should read Get to the Point!?

  • Aspiring public speakers wanting to make a strong impact
  • Business or nonprofit teams honing persuasive messaging
  • Students looking to refine their presentation skills 

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Confidence Books: The Art of Talking with Children by Rebecca Rolland

The Art of Talking with Children

Rebecca Rolland
Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence in Kids
4.2 (17 ratings)
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What's The Art of Talking with Children about?

The Art of Talking with Children (2022) offers practical strategies to create meaningful and engaging conversations with kids, promoting emotional growth and mutual understanding. By learning to connect on their level, you can nurture skills like empathy, confidence, and resilience in a supportive and enjoyable way.

Who should read The Art of Talking with Children?

  • Parents and caregivers striving to nurture emotional bonds
  • Educators, psychologists, and counselors guiding child development
  • Individuals supporting children in building confidence and resilience

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Confidence Books: Trust Yourself by Melody Wilding

Trust Yourself

Melody Wilding
Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work
4.4 (27 ratings)
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What's Trust Yourself about?

Trust Yourself (2021) explores the connection between sensitivity and high achievement, offering science-backed strategies to help ambitious professionals manage stress, self-doubt, and anxiety. It provides practical tools for setting boundaries, trusting your intuition, and redefining success on your own terms.

Who should read Trust Yourself?

  • High achievers struggling with self-doubt and overthinking
  • Sensitive professionals seeking confidence and balance
  • Ambitious individuals prone to burnout and perfectionism

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Confidence Books: Brag Better by Meredith Fineman

Brag Better

Meredith Fineman
Master the Art of Fearless Self-Promotion
4.1 (33 ratings)
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What's Brag Better about?

Brag Better (2020) provides a practical framework for professionals to overcome their discomfort with self-promotion and effectively communicate their achievements. The book transforms traditional views of bragging into a strategic approach that benefits both individuals and organizations, offering specific tools and techniques for authentic self-advocacy in modern workplaces. 

Who should read Brag Better?

  • Early to mid-career professionals struggling with self-advocacy
  • Women and underrepresented professionals navigating workplace power dynamics
  • Anyone preparing for a performance review or a job transition

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Confidence Books: Who Better Than You? by Will Packer

Who Better Than You?

Will Packer
The Art of Healthy Arrogance & Dreaming Big
3.6 (7 ratings)
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What's Who Better Than You? about?

Who Better Than You? (2025) explores the mindset, confidence, and strategic thinking needed to achieve success. It emphasizes the power of persistence, self-belief, and adaptability – showing you how embracing a bold, unapologetic vision can turn setbacks into stepping stones. Through personal anecdotes and industry insights, it provides a blueprint for anyone looking to break barriers and carve their own path.

Who should read Who Better Than You??

  • Entrepreneurs and business professionals seeking strategic success
  • Leaders and high achievers focused on growth and impact
  • Students and self-improvement enthusiasts building future success

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Confidence Books: Stop Saying You're Fine by Mel Robbins

Stop Saying You're Fine

Mel Robbins
The No-BS Guide to Getting What You Want
4.3 (10 ratings)
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What's Stop Saying You're Fine about?

Stop Saying You're Fine (2011) explores why people feel stuck in unsatisfying routines and offers readers practical strategies to break free from their self-imposed limitations. It provides science-backed techniques for outsmarting your brain's natural resistance to change and turning small actions into big life improvements.

Who should read Stop Saying You're Fine?

  • People seeking greater fulfillment in their careers or personal lives
  • Individuals struggling to overcome self-sabotaging patterns
  • Anyone seeking practical tools for reaching their full potential

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Confidence Books: What You're Made For by George Raveling, Ryan Holiday

What You're Made For

George Raveling, Ryan Holiday
Powerful Life Lessons from My Career in Sports
4.6 (28 ratings)
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What's What You're Made For about?

What You’re Made For? (2025) explores the life lessons of sports legend George Raveling – and his remarkable journey from hardship to influence. It offers a blueprint for discovering purpose, evolving continuously, and living an impactful life. 

Who should read What You're Made For?

  • Sports enthusiasts interested in the behind-the-scenes wisdom of basketball legends
  • Aspiring coaches and leaders seeking to develop leadership skills
  • Anyone seeking inspiration to persevere through adversity

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Confidence Books: Gravitas by Caroline Goyder

Gravitas

Caroline Goyder
Communicate with Confidence, Influence and Authority
4.4 (31 ratings)
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What's Gravitas about?

Gravitas (2014) is your guide to becoming a powerful speaker. It provides a formula for gravitas through seven practical principles that balance knowledge, purpose, and passion. Its techniques can be applied to presentations, meetings, interviews, and virtually any situation where you need others to truly listen to what you have to say.

Who should read Gravitas?

  • Professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills
  • Public speakers and presenters hoping to refine their delivery
  • Anyone looking to speak with confidence and impact

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Confidence Books: The Confidence Gap by Russ Harris

The Confidence Gap

Russ Harris
A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt
4.5 (89 ratings)
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What's The Confidence Gap about?

The Confidence Gap (2010) offers a refreshing approach to combating self-doubt and overcoming the constant pressure to be more confident. With practical tools, and strategies on how to embrace your fears rather than fight them, it offers a path to break free from the cycle of perfectionism and start living a life aligned with your values. 

Who should read The Confidence Gap?

  • Self-doubters 
  • Procrastinators and perfectionists
  • Anyone who feels constrained by fear

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Confidence Books: Needy by Mara Glatzel

Needy

Mara Glatzel
How to Advocate for Your Needs and Claim Your Sovereignty
4.5 (26 ratings)
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What's Needy about?

Needy (2023) explores the importance of recognizing, honoring, and advocating for personal needs as a pathway to self-acceptance and empowerment. It challenges the societal expectation of self-sacrifice and encourages you to embrace your desires without guilt. Through personal stories, reflective exercises, and practical guidance, it helps you cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and your well-being.

Who should read Needy?

  • Overwhelmed caregivers struggling to prioritize their needs
  • Self-critical perfectionists seeking self-acceptance and balance
  • People interested in redefining self-worth and empowerment

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Confidence Books: Wild Courage by Jenny Wood

Wild Courage

Jenny Wood
Go After What You Want and Get It
5.0 (3 ratings)
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What's Wild Courage about?

Wild Courage (2025) is about embracing traits that are often seen as flaws – like being weird, selfish, or shameless – and using them as strengths to go after what you want. It encourages everyone to show up authentically and take bold risks, offering practical prompts to help build confidence and pursue personal and professional growth.

Who should read Wild Courage?

  • Ambitious professionals navigating corporate career growth
  • Overwhelmed employees struggling with self-advocacy
  • Anyone interested in mindset shifts

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What's the best Confidence book to read?

While choosing just one book about a topic is always tough, many people regard Outliers as the ultimate read on Confidence.

What are the Top 10 Confidence books?

Blinkist curators have picked the following:
  • Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
  • Mindset by Carol Dweck
  • Finding Your Element by Ken Robinson
  • Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
  • The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman
  • Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo
  • The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden
  • The Discomfort Zone by Marcia Reynolds
  • The Marshmallow Test by Walter Mischel
  • Rising Strong by Brené Brown

Who are the top Confidence book authors?

When it comes to Confidence, these are the authors who stand out as some of the most influential:
  • Malcolm Gladwell
  • Carol Dweck
  • Ken Robinson
  • Brené Brown
  • Katty Kay and Claire Shipman