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Drunk on Confidence: Unapologetically Me … From Lost & Anxious to Self-assured
“Being ‘Drunk on Confidence’ is not some throw-away phrase for an inspirational Insta caption, it's a lifestyle, a complete shift in perspective that will help you feel empowered and confident every day.”
Radio and TV personality, Heidi Anderson was always the girl who wore a cardigan in summer to cover her arms, and board shorts to the beach on the rare occasion she dared to go. She spent years hating herself; silencing her body demons through sex, booze and boys.
Heidi knows what it’s like to feel alone, to deal with debilitating anxiety daily and to constantly try to please people; pretending to be okay on the outside, while suffering crushing insecurities on the inside.
After breaking down on live radio to 300 thousand listeners and making the nerve-racking confession,
“I wish I could sit here and tell you that I love myself because that’s what people expect me to say, but I can’t. I absolutely hate my body”
She experienced a life-changing moment.
Her gut-wrenching admission forced her to embrace her vulnerabilities, challenge her old beliefs and learn how to say a big fat ‘’Fuck You” to unrealistic beauty standards, and a big ‘’Up Yours’’ to all diets and society’s expectations.
Heidi is unapologetically authentic, her memoir is filled with honesty, humour and home-truths. She will show you how she dealt with her inner mean girls that told her she wasn’t skinny enough, good enough or simply that other people mattered more than she did. She will inspire you to STOP worrying what other people think and take your power back!
Heidi Anderson is a straight up legend, she just gets it! She works hard, she’s an ideas machine and is a content queen. Heidi is the ultimate hype girl, I know this cause she’s been mine since 2013” - Tanya Hennessy Comedian, TV & Radio Personality
Heidi asked me to leave a quote about how amazing she is. That’s the type of confidence she has. A brave, motivational force to be reckoned with. Constantly inspires me. Heidi has motivated me to take my top off in shopping centres also. - Christian Hull, Comedian, Author Content creator
Your perspective on life encourages me to live with more confidence every day. I will always admire your determination to help others see the positive things in life. I’M SO EXCITED FOR THIS BOOK! - Beck Z TV personality - MAFS contestant & celeb apprentice
Radio and TV personality, Heidi Anderson was always the girl who wore a cardigan in summer to cover her arms, and board shorts to the beach on the rare occasion she dared to go. She spent years hating herself; silencing her body demons through sex, booze and boys.
Heidi knows what it’s like to feel alone, to deal with debilitating anxiety daily and to constantly try to please people; pretending to be okay on the outside, while suffering crushing insecurities on the inside.
After breaking down on live radio to 300 thousand listeners and making the nerve-racking confession,
“I wish I could sit here and tell you that I love myself because that’s what people expect me to say, but I can’t. I absolutely hate my body”
She experienced a life-changing moment.
Her gut-wrenching admission forced her to embrace her vulnerabilities, challenge her old beliefs and learn how to say a big fat ‘’Fuck You” to unrealistic beauty standards, and a big ‘’Up Yours’’ to all diets and society’s expectations.
Heidi is unapologetically authentic, her memoir is filled with honesty, humour and home-truths. She will show you how she dealt with her inner mean girls that told her she wasn’t skinny enough, good enough or simply that other people mattered more than she did. She will inspire you to STOP worrying what other people think and take your power back!
Heidi Anderson is a straight up legend, she just gets it! She works hard, she’s an ideas machine and is a content queen. Heidi is the ultimate hype girl, I know this cause she’s been mine since 2013” - Tanya Hennessy Comedian, TV & Radio Personality
Heidi asked me to leave a quote about how amazing she is. That’s the type of confidence she has. A brave, motivational force to be reckoned with. Constantly inspires me. Heidi has motivated me to take my top off in shopping centres also. - Christian Hull, Comedian, Author Content creator
Your perspective on life encourages me to live with more confidence every day. I will always admire your determination to help others see the positive things in life. I’M SO EXCITED FOR THIS BOOK! - Beck Z TV personality - MAFS contestant & celeb apprentice
215 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 19, 2022
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January 26, 2025
Empowering, Honest, and a Must-Read for Building Unshakable Confidence!
Drunk on Confidence is an empowering and refreshingly relatable guide for anyone striving to overcome self-doubt and embrace their authentic self. This book feels like having a heart-to-heart with a wise, no-nonsense friend who truly gets it.
The author’s candid storytelling and practical advice make this more than just a self-help book—it’s a roadmap to self-assurance that doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges but inspires you to rise above them. I appreciated how the book tackled real-life anxieties with a mix of humour, vulnerability, and actionable strategies.
Whether you’re looking to silence your inner critic, set stronger boundaries, or simply show up for yourself in a more confident way, this book delivers. It’s a must-read for anyone ready to stop apologising for who they are and start living boldly. Highly recommended!
Drunk on Confidence is an empowering and refreshingly relatable guide for anyone striving to overcome self-doubt and embrace their authentic self. This book feels like having a heart-to-heart with a wise, no-nonsense friend who truly gets it.
The author’s candid storytelling and practical advice make this more than just a self-help book—it’s a roadmap to self-assurance that doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges but inspires you to rise above them. I appreciated how the book tackled real-life anxieties with a mix of humour, vulnerability, and actionable strategies.
Whether you’re looking to silence your inner critic, set stronger boundaries, or simply show up for yourself in a more confident way, this book delivers. It’s a must-read for anyone ready to stop apologising for who they are and start living boldly. Highly recommended!
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December 10, 2023
3.5 stars
Drunk on confidence is a reminder for all of us – especially women who are prone to worry and compare that we are good enough as is!
It was an interesting and candid memoir and I enjoyed reading and learning about how Heidi overcame her vulnerabilities. I think most of us can relate to some aspect of her story – ‘People-pleasing Polly’ and ‘Anxious Annie’ is where I found similarities.
While I thought the book was a touch repetitive in some aspects, l have to say I have already recommended the book to a friend, and will do so again. The positive ideas shared with readers and the reminder that the ‘change starts with you and no-one else’ is very motivating. Finally, I agree, I too want a ‘world where women love themselves and each other.’
Thank you Beauty and Lace and Big Sky Publishing for the opportunity to read this book.
Drunk on confidence is a reminder for all of us – especially women who are prone to worry and compare that we are good enough as is!
It was an interesting and candid memoir and I enjoyed reading and learning about how Heidi overcame her vulnerabilities. I think most of us can relate to some aspect of her story – ‘People-pleasing Polly’ and ‘Anxious Annie’ is where I found similarities.
While I thought the book was a touch repetitive in some aspects, l have to say I have already recommended the book to a friend, and will do so again. The positive ideas shared with readers and the reminder that the ‘change starts with you and no-one else’ is very motivating. Finally, I agree, I too want a ‘world where women love themselves and each other.’
Thank you Beauty and Lace and Big Sky Publishing for the opportunity to read this book.
April 25, 2023
I picked this book up at random. No idea who Heidi is nor her "career". No idea who this book is for. Bored housewives who need a kick up the backside to go to the gym perhaps.
The premise reads as a first world problem humble bragger at a pity party. These are universal issues fat people have to deal with (speaking from experience). An infuriating read of repetition and self loathing and skin deep self help nonsense.
It feels lazy. The answer is put up or shut up and somehow we have a book about why you "deserve love" ugh. Avoid at all costs.
The premise reads as a first world problem humble bragger at a pity party. These are universal issues fat people have to deal with (speaking from experience). An infuriating read of repetition and self loathing and skin deep self help nonsense.
It feels lazy. The answer is put up or shut up and somehow we have a book about why you "deserve love" ugh. Avoid at all costs.
January 31, 2024
Written like you were having a chat with a close friend about self love, confidence and life. Take what you need from this book in terms of good reminders and leave what doesn’t suit you. Easy speed read.
January 30, 2024
Love everything about this book,learned so much
December 27, 2024
I was unfamiliar with Heidi before this book, which was helpful. This for me meant that Heidi could be any one of us and makes her story quite relatable. The message however gets lost in the repetitive and poorly written narrative. If you’re after a book that covers self acceptance and body positivity this might do the job, but I feel there’s an entire shelf that will do it better (and quicker).
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