Books that Heal and Expand
Some books may resonate more for older teens and young women in their 20s—choose the ones that feel right for where you are now.
Self-Love & Identity
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown ~ A warm, practical guide to embracing vulnerability, courage, and worthiness.
The Self-Love Experiment by Shannon Kaiser ~ A step-by-step approach to cultivating a more loving relationship with yourself.
Untamed by Glennon Doyle ~ Encouragement to break free from outside expectations and live in alignment with your true self.
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz ~ Offers a code of conduct based on ancient Toltec wisdom to achieve personal freedom and true happiness.
Boundaries & Healthy Relationships
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab ~ A clear guide to creating boundaries that protect your energy and relationships.
Attached (Young Adult–friendly with guidance) by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller ~ Understanding your attachment style and how it shapes your relationships.
How to Be an Adult in Relationships by David Richo ~ Mindful practices for showing up with honesty, respect, and compassion.
The Mastery of Love by Don Miguel Ruiz ~ A practical, spiritual guide to healing fear-based patterns and creating relationships rooted in respect and authenticity.
Inner Calm & Spiritual Growth
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay ~ Gentle affirmations and practices for healing self-talk and cultivating inner love.
The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer ~ Simple yet powerful insights on freeing yourself from limiting thoughts and emotions.
Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach ~ Learning to meet yourself and your experience with compassion and presence.
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho ~ A novel that combines magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery.
