Self Live

In life, moments arise when you have to decide your next move. When choosing whether to accept a new job, purchase a house, attend a school, or start a relationship, how do you settle on which direction to take? Trey Gowdy has found that most consequential decisions boil down to three simple options: start, stay, or leave.

In each episode of their podcast By the Book, Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer take a deep dive into a different self-help book, following its specific instructions, rules, and advice to the letter. From diet and productivity to decorating to social interactions, they try it all, record themselves along the way, then share what they’ve learned with their devoted and growing audience of fans who tune in.

In this hustling, image-forward age of opportunity, we feel more anxious than ever. Despite all the affirming memes and self-reflections that dominate social media feeds, approval and worth often seem assigned to what we do rather than who we are. And we end up constantly feeling like we’re behind, lacking, and failing - at home, at work, with friends, with God.

"Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery" by Dr. Benjamin Ritter provides a transformative guide to overcoming fears, conquering self doubt, and unlocking the power within. This self help inspirational book serves as your roadmap to building confidence in yourself, resilience, and a fearless mindset. Dr. Ritter's compassionate and insightful approach empowers you to face your fears head-on and transform your life.

Desde la publicación de Sin miedo y su famoso método de cuatro pasos, Rafael Santandreu empezó a recopilar en su canal de YouTube maravillosas historias de superación de la ansiedad, el trastorno obsesivo-compulsivo (TOC) y la hipocondría. Hoy esos testimonios superan el centenar (y siguen subiendo). El método para vivir sin miedo recoge una selección de esos testimonios, los pasos que dieron sus protagonistas y las dificultades que encontraron en su camino de curación.

You Don’t Need Their Approval: How Latina Women Can Reclaim Self-Worth, Set Boundaries, and Live Authentically Break cycles. Set boundaries. Live your truth. Too many women—especially Latinas—are taught to shrink themselves to fit into boxes they never chose: obedient daughter, selfless partner, always-available caregiver. But beneath the pressure to make everyone else comfortable lies a quiet truth: your needs, dreams, and boundaries matter. You Don’t Need Their Approval is a bold, compassionate guide for women ready to let go of guilt, perfectionism, and the exhausting chase for ...

Are you ready to experience the simple, yet fulfilling lifestyle of homesteading in Tennessee? Look no further than "Tennessee Homesteading," the ultimate guide to creating a sustainable and self-sufficient homestead in the beautiful state of Tennessee. From finding and purchasing the perfect plot of land to raising livestock and preserving food, this comprehensive eBook covers it all. With 20 information-packed chapters, you'll learn everything from DIY home repairs and maintenance to natural pest control methods and renewable energy sources. Want to ensure a bountiful garden year-round? ...

Stoic philosophy was founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium. It is one of the oldest schools of thought and has been influencing Western thought & science since its inception. Stoics believe that everything happens according to nature or Fate; they also teach us how to live our daily lives according to those principles. The great philosophers like Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca have been major influences on modern Western thinking regarding mental health issues such as depression, anxiety disorders etc which have become so prevalent today due to society’s inability to cope with ...

Escape the confines of dependence and embrace the empowering world of self-sufficiency with the ultimate guide to mastering an independent life! "Self-Sufficiency Mastery" is not just a book; it's a manual to reclaiming control and crafting a life that's authentically yours, tailored to those who dare to live differently. Imagine the comfort of knowing that when the systems we rely upon falter, you stand unshaken, ready with the skills to provide for yourself and your loved ones. Through "Self-Sufficiency Mastery," you'll journey through 23 insightful chapters, each designed to guide you ...

The Self-Mastery Bundle offers a comprehensive collection of four transformative books designed to guide you on a journey of personal growth, empowerment, and success. This bundle combines the essential principles and practices for mastering your inner world and achieving your highest potential. 1. "Discover The Genius Within: Master the Mindset for Breakthroughs, Nurture Creativity Beyond Brilliance, and Awaken the Power for Exceptional Results"—Uncover the secrets to harnessing a powerful mindset, nurturing creativity, and achieving extraordinary results. This book lays the foundation ...

This collection of Christian-based short stories draws inspiration from the timeless wisdom of the Book of Proverbs, offering modern reflections on its ancient teachings. Each story weaves together everyday experiences and challenges with profound biblical truths, highlighting themes of wisdom, humility, integrity, and the fear of the Lord. The characters in these stories face dilemmas that encourage them to seek God's guidance in their decisions, relationships, and personal growth. Through both triumph and failure, the narrative threads emphasize how living according to divine wisdom leads...

There are many misconceptions about what it means to be humble. Some think that being humble means hiding your talents and abilities or being weak and inauthentic. But the Bible paints a different picture—defining humility as a self-forgetfulness leading to joy and explaining that it is a life-giving virtue that frees you from the restricting needs of your ego. In Humility: The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness, Gavin Ortlund encourages listeners that humility is not just an abstract virtue but a mark of gospel integrity.

Dr. Gay Hendricks broke new ground with his best-selling classic, The Big Leap, which has become an essential resource for coaches, entrepreneurs, executives, and health practitioners around the world. Originally published as The Joy of Genius, The Genius Zone has been updated and expanded throughout, making it the essential next step beyond The Big Leap.

Living with chronic illness is more than a medical diagnosis — it's a daily act of courage. Coping with Chronic Illness is a compassionate, practical guide for anyone navigating life with long-term health challenges. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been managing symptoms for years, this book offers validation, clarity, and calm support every step of the way. Inside, you'll find clear explanations and gentle strategies for: Making sense of symptoms, flare-ups, and emotional ups and downs Communicating your needs with family, friends, and healthcare providers Managing work, ...

It's time to leave behind the discontent of comparative thinking and discover a free and joyful life in the security of God’s love. If you find yourself filled with feelings of insecurity, sure that others are better off or more worthy than you are…then you’re in good company! In today’s image-driven world, nearly all of us deal with the struggles of comparison and self-worth. Nona Jones knows this mindset all too well.

Seven Choices for Success and Significance will give you the tools you need to choose both success and significance in your own life. So today is the day to start living the life of your dreams. It all starts with the right choices, because the choices you make define the person you become. Every once in awhile, you meet someone whose perspective changes yours…whose way of looking at the world challenges you to be a better person. Dr. Nido Qubein is one of those people.

Being a teenager in the digital age isn’t easy, especially given the constant streams of contradictory information you’re subjected to online. The problem is that before you know it, you can go down a rabbit hole, start massively overthinking and lose your sense of self in a sea of worry that just gets deeper and deeper.

In a world with intense external pressures, where we often take on many different roles, it can be quite a challenge not to lose sight of who we are. We all reach a point where we wonder, “But what do I really want?” This book helps you answer that question. So that you can always stay true to yourself and live your life the way you want instead of the life that others expect of you. The more we are true to ourselves, the happier we are. And the happier we are, the more we can contribute to the happiness of those around us. Who are you?

What would you be willing to do for the rest of your life? It's a question most of us consider only hypothetically - opting instead to "do what we have to do" to earn a living. But in the critically acclaimed best seller The Monk and the Riddle, entrepreneurial sage Randy Komisar asks us to answer it for real.

Today’s follower of Jesus exists at a moment when our desires, longings, and wants are being weaponized against us by cultural, spiritual, and relational forces. “Follow your heart” and “You do you” have become our moment's mantras. The Gift of Thorns, by A. J. Swoboda, addresses the core human problem: What in the world do I do with my desire?