Self-Esteem Resources

Websites

Kristin Neff, PhD – Self-Compassion

One of the best resources on self-compassion, featuring guided meditations, exercises, research, and practical tools for reducing self-criticism and building self-worth.

PositivePsychology.com

Offers evidence-based articles on confidence, resilience, strengths, gratitude, and self-esteem.

Mental Health America

Provides educational resources on self-esteem, emotional wellness, stress management, and healthy relationships.

Books

Self-Worth

  • The Gifts of Imperfection – Brené Brown

  • I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't) – Brené Brown

  • The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem – Nathaniel Branden

  • The Self-Esteem Workbook – Glenn Schiraldi

  • Self-Compassion – Kristin Neff

  • Radical Acceptance – Tara Brach

Confidence

  • You Are a Badass – Jen Sincero

  • The Confidence Gap – Russ Harris

  • Daring Greatly – Brené Brown

Boundaries & People Pleasing

  • Set Boundaries, Find Peace – Nedra Glover Tawwab

  • The Book of Boundaries – Melissa Urban

  • Boundaries – Henry Cloud & John Townsend

Healing Childhood Wounds

  • Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents – Lindsay C. Gibson

  • Running on Empty – Jonice Webb

  • Healing the Shame That Binds You – John Bradshaw

Podcasts

Unlocking Us

Hosted by Brené Brown and focused on vulnerability, courage, shame resilience, and authentic connection.

The Terri Cole Show

Excellent for people-pleasing, confidence, boundaries, and healthy relationships.

The Mel Robbins Podcast

Practical episodes on confidence, self-talk, habits, and overcoming self-doubt.

We Can Do Hard Things

Hosted by Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle. Covers self-acceptance, identity, relationships, and personal growth.

The Adult Chair

Explores emotional healing, inner child work, boundaries, and self-worth.

Workbooks

  • The Self-Esteem Workbook – Glenn Schiraldi

  • Mind Over Mood – Dennis Greenberger & Christine Padesky

  • The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook – Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer

  • The ACT Workbook for Depression and Shame – Matthew McKay and Michael Jason Greenberg