There’s an outdated idea that there’s something desperate or sad about picking up a dating self-help book, but there’s nothing sad about embracing your curiosity and taking control of your life. In order to have a good relationship, we have to have a good relationship with ourselves, so we’ve rounded up 12 of our favourite books on self-discovery, confidence, and of course, relationships, to make sure you have all the tools you need to fall head over heels in love.
Author: Amir Levine, Rachel Heller
If you’re finding yourself in the same bad relationships over and over again and your dating history is seeming to show similar patterns, this book will help you discover what your attachment style is so you can find compatible partners or improve your current relationship.
Paperback: £6.99, shop here…
Kindle: £4.99, shop here…
Author: Chloe Brotheridge
Confidence and assertiveness are essential characteristics when you’re in the dating game. Written by a renowned clinical hypnotherapist, this book teaches you how to build confidence and spend less time worrying and people-pleasing.
Paperback: £8.19, shop here…
Kindle: £4.99, shop here…
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Author: Annie F. Downs
It takes a lot of bravery to put yourself out there and risk the sting of rejection, so this book will give you the tools to find the courage and confidence to get rid of fear and keep you mentally strong.
Hardcover: £9.16, shop here…
Kindle: £6.99, shop here…
Author: Jennifer Taitz
Everyone knows someone who is totally miserable when they’re single, and you don’t want to be someone who can’t be alone.
Looking for love doesn’t have to be exhausting self-esteem eroder, and this book is an empowering and compassionate guide to get over your past relationships, stop over-analyzing, and identify what you’re really looking for.
Paperback: £9.41, shop here…
Kindle: £9.49, shop here…
Author: Jen Sincero
Do you find yourself in a self-sabotaging cycle where you constantly tell yourself you’re not good enough?
This book will help you to identify the behaviours that stop you from getting what you want and remind you that all you need to do to get what you want is truly believe you deserve it.
Paperback: £7.51, shop here…
Kindle: £3.99, shop here…
Author: Melissa Ambrosini
Dating is hard enough already without that voice in your head constantly being nasty to you.
This guide helps you bust self-limiting beliefs and finally quiet your inner critic by reminding you how amazing you are.
Paperback: £11.38, shop here…
Kindle: £9.99, shop here…
Author: Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo
Realizing that sometimes someone is just not into you will help you move on quicker than over-analyzing the situation and giving someone more chances than they deserve.
While the title is harsh, the contents of the book will help you to realise when you’re wasting time chasing people who aren’t into you and find ones who are.
Paperback: £6.99, shop here…
Kindle: £3.49, shop here…
Author: Vex King
They say you can’t fully love someone until you love yourself, and this guide will help you fall in love with yourself completely and change your life along the way.
Kindle: £1.34, shop here…
Author: Florence Given
In a world of app dating, ghosting, and shallow behaviour, it can be easy to slip into thinking that all you have to offer is your appearance.
In this powerfully feminist read, Florence Given teaches that you are the love of your own life and you are so much more than the way you look.
Hardcover: £6.49, shop here…
Kindle: £7.99, shop here…
Author: Dr. Brené Brown
Vulnerability is something that comes with falling in love, and if you struggle to be open with people it will be hard to form a deep connection with anyone.
Dr Brené Brown is a shame researcher and best-selling author who dispels the myth that vulnerability is weakness and shows us how to embrace it in order to bring purpose and meaning to our lives.
Paperback: £7.99, shop here…
Kindle: £5.99, shop here…
Author: Sherry Argov
If you find that you always give your all in relationships and aren’t getting a great return on investment, this book will teach you how to take your power back and embrace being a strong woman.
Paperback: £9.16, shop here…
Kindle: £9.99, shop here…
Author: Matthew Hussey
Penned by the biggest dating coach of our time, Matthew Hussey offers clear, honest, and practical advice for women on how to find their ideal partner.
Paperback: £9.69, shop here…
Kindle: £9.49, shop here…
