Self Beauty

It is not selfish to embrace peace and happiness. "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." - Alice Walker Women have historically experienced disparities in various facets of life, including social, economic, and political. Black women have been victimized tenfold. We are always told to stay in the background and remain in the shadows. But don't allow these problems to get the best of you and cause you to lose sight of your strength. It's time to unleash your black woman's magic and take over the world. And what better way to start than by ...

At age nine, Lucy Grealy was diagnosed with a potentially terminal cancer. When she returned to school with a third of her jaw removed, she faced the taunts of classmates. In her memoir, Grealy tells her story of great suffering and remarkable strength with considerable wit. Vividly portraying the pain of peer rejection and the guilty pleasures of wanting to be special, Grealy captures with unique insight what it is like as a child and young adult to be torn between two warring impulses.

Are you ready to silence self-doubt, embrace your natural beauty, and walk confidently in your power? This book is your daily guide to unshakable self-worth, designed specifically for Black women to embrace their beauty, silence negative self-talk, and stand boldly in their authenticity. You deserve to feel confident, loved, and worthy every single day. And with the right affirmations, you can rewire your mindset, release self-doubt, and step into the powerful Black queen you were born to be!

Michele Harper is a female African-American emergency room physician in a profession that is overwhelmingly male and white. Brought up in Washington, DC, in a complicated family, she went to Harvard, where she met her husband. They stayed together through medical school until two months before she was scheduled to join the staff of a hospital in central Philadelphia, when he told her he couldn't move with her. Her marriage at an end, Harper began her new life in a new city, in a new job, as a newly single woman.

Harmony has had a hard life. Trusting people is hard for her. When she and her best friend Josie move to a small town she meets the Black Angels MC president. He is handsome. His mocha skin and hazel eyes call to her. When she is put in danger because of him, he will stop at nothing to keep her safe. Will he break her walls down in time? Jerome is the President of The Black Angels MC. His brothers and the town call him Beast. When the beautiful and strong woman comes to town he questions everything he knows. When the one guy you call brother becomes an enemy will he find out in time. When ...

A first-of-its-kind guide that outlines and explains the health-promoting properties of lymphatic massage, featuring five-minute self-massage sequences anyone can do at home.

How do you prioritize self-care amidst the demands of client appointments and business operations? Have you experienced burnout or emotional exhaustion in your career as a beauty professional? How do you maintain boundaries with clients while still providing exceptional service? Have you encountered situations where client interactions impact your emotional well-being, and how do you handle them? Did beauty school prepare you for the mental health challenges and the need for self-care in this career? If you are a cosmetologist, hairstylist, barber, esthetician, makeup artist, nail care ...

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with "HOW TO OWN YOUR SH!T." In this captivating book, Tanya explores the profound concept that what we perceive in others reflects our own inner thoughts and emotions. Through introspection and insightful analysis, Tanya challenges readers to question their assumptions and examine how their projections shape their interactions with the world. Whether you aspire to conquer self-doubt, foster genuine connections, or delve into the intriguing realm of self-projection, this book serves as an invaluable guide. It offers practical insights and...

How to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t is a straight-shooting self-improvement guide for women, one that offers frank advice about the most common self-destructive behaviors women engage in. Andrea Owen—a nationally sought-after life coach—crystallizes what’s behind several invisible, undermining habits, from catastrophizing and people-pleasing to listening to the imposter complex or to one’s inner critic. Powerfully on the mark, the chapters are short and digestible, nicely bypassing weighty examinations in favor of punch points of awareness.

Author, LGBTQIA+ activist, and beauty maven Jodie Patterson explores capital-“B” Beauty through intimate interviews with her personal "collage of women"— dynamic friends, mentors, and public figures from whom she draws inspiration and confidence. Patterson shares her own relationship to beauty— how she redefined her understanding and belief in beauty, and what drew her back to the transformative power it holds for all of us today.

Dermatologist-to-the-stars Doris Day, MD, explains how the power of your mind and breakthroughs in anti-aging can help you look and feel beyond beautiful. Do not have another treatment, procedure, or buy another product before listening to this audiobook! Did you know that your mind is as important as any aesthetic treatment to improve the way you look? Beyond Beautiful will teach you how to improve your self-perception, explain breakthrough treatments and products and when to use them, and give you a roadmap to become the most natural-looking, beautiful version of yourself.

In this essential guide, Nadine Artemis introduces listeners to the concept of "renegade" beauty - a practice of doing less and allowing the elements and the life force of nature to revive the body, skin, and soul so our natural radiance can shine through. Anyone stuck in perpetual loops of new products, facials, and dermatologist appointments will find answers as Artemis illuminates the energizing elements of sun, fresh air, water, the Earth, and plants.

Ever been fat shamed? Even by your own voice? Don’t waste another minute—because it’s time to love the skin you’re in, no matter what you weigh! This isn’t a diet book. And it’s not going to tell you how to lose weight. It has something much more important to share, and you won’t believe the difference you’ll feel. In Fat Shame: Ditch the Shame, Get Confident, and Claim the Life You Deserve, author Nicole Black shares her own journey with yo-yo dieting and going from obese to thin, from thin to obese, and finally, from obese to healthy. She discovered that even at a size ...

Named a Finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. A romantic love triangle that will appeal to fans of To All the Boys I've Loved Before--this compelling story explores insecurity and the power of words to hurt and to heal. When tall, gorgeous Brody asks Olivia to the prom, she's ecstatic--until he suggests that she use the two months before the dance to lose some weight. But how thin is thin enough? Body's comment sends Olivia on a spiral of dangerously rapid weight loss that borders on anorexia. As her pounds vanish, her friendship deepens with Ross, the new prep cook at the ...

Your 20s are not just for finding your style — they’re for finding your power This isn't just a beauty book. It’s a revolution in self-love, confidence, and authentic glow. 100 Beauty Ideas for Women in Their 20s is your all-in-one guide to looking incredible, feeling unstoppable, and becoming the most radiant version of you — from the inside out. Whether you’re facing breakouts or breakdowns, this book has your back with real talk, game-changing tips, and soul-deep truths. Inside this empowering guide, you’ll discover: How to build a flawless skincare routine (without spending ...

Deepak Chopra and Kimberly Snyder offer an exciting and practical program to help transform you from the inside out. Through six pillars of healthy living that focus on internal and external nourishment, sleep, living naturally, avoiding excessive stress, and better understanding the relationship between emotions and inflammatory foods, the authors offer practical tips, tools, innovative routines, and foods that will allow you to achieve your highest potential of beauty and health.

Beauty from Chaos: Art and Reflections Life is messy. It’s filled with chaos, uncertainty, and unexpected twists that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and ungrounded. But within that chaos lies beauty, growth, and transformation—if we have the courage to seek it. Beauty from Chaos: Art and Reflections invites you on a journey of self-discovery, creativity, and resilience. Through thoughtful storytelling, practical exercises, and stunning images of original artwork, this book weaves together the themes of courage, surrender, and personal growth. Each chapter offers a blend of reflection ...

We can all think of someone who radiates beauty, vibrancy, and confidence that emanates from a lit-from-within quality. But what exactly is this irresistible magnetism, and how can you develop it within yourself to manifest all the abundance, beauty, and joy that you not only crave, but deserve? In this customizable 12-week self-care program, Angela Jia Kim teaches you how to nourish your inner and outer glow so your radiance shines from every pore of your being.

Holy Beauty: Exploring the Ancient Secrets That Are Revolutionizing Modern Beauty Have you ever wondered how ancient beauty rituals influence today's billion-dollar cosmetics industry? What if the secrets to radiant skin and holistic beauty have been with us for centuries, waiting to be rediscovered? Holy Beauty is your essential guide to the fascinating intersection of history, science, and spirituality in the world of beauty. Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Book: Discover Ancient Wisdom: Explore beauty practices through the lens of biblical verses and spiritual teachings, discovering ...

Sexy Secrets of the Red Carpet Revealed! Have you ever wondered how celebrities look so stunning and ageless on the red carpet? Wouldn’t you love to know their beauty secrets? Seven Days to Sexy is a revolutionary approach to looking your absolute best. Dr. Anna Guanche, one of America’s top dermatologists and known in Hollywood as Dr. Beauty, has blended the latest in cutting-edge medical science on skin, hair, and nails, with her insider’s knowledge of fashion, cosmetics, psychology, and style. The result is a proven one-week make-over that will have you looking epic! And that’s ...