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Finding Your Authentic Self: More than 200 Unique, Focused Writing Prompts and Self-Exploration Exercises
Stop curating your life as a perfect social media post, and start living authentically as who you really are.
Social media and digital content are deeply woven into our daily lives. Reports suggest we check our phones almost 100 times a day! As a result of this, coupled with endlessly streaming shows, news, and gossip, we are bombarded with media that tells us how to look, act, and feel. The reality is that almost all media, and society, is like a house of mirrors, where images can be distorted. Amongst all the photo filters, online shopping, and family and societal pressures, it’s not hard for anyone to start presenting a heavily curated—but ultimately hollow—version of themselves to the world.
So how do you stop presenting who you think you should be and start living authentically as who you really are? How do you live your life according to your own values and goals, rather than those of other people? The answer is not to disengage from media or other people altogether—there’s a better way!
Finding Your Authentic Self is a guided workbook that will help you connect with your true self, your better self. Through a series of 200+ writing exercises, you
A layflat binding facilitates your progress by making it physically easier to write inside the book. Once you realize your true potential, you’ll find you have the respect of others—as well as yourself. You won’t care what others think because you will be living your own personal truth, a truth you can stand behind.
Sample prompts
With inspiring and uplifting quotes and affirmations throughout, you can discover the fulfillment and peace that comes from living as a more authentic person, a more genuine you.
Other books in the series The Adulting Workbook , Stop Overthinking , 5-Minute Productivity Workbook , 3-Minute Positivity Workbook , 52 Weeks to Better Mental Health , The Anti-Anxiety Journal, Manifest Your Intentions, 369 Laws of Attraction Guided Workbook, A Guided Workbook to Unlock and Explore Your Magickal Intuition , A Guided Workbook to Understand and Explore the Wisdom of the Universe , and Finding Your A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook .
Social media and digital content are deeply woven into our daily lives. Reports suggest we check our phones almost 100 times a day! As a result of this, coupled with endlessly streaming shows, news, and gossip, we are bombarded with media that tells us how to look, act, and feel. The reality is that almost all media, and society, is like a house of mirrors, where images can be distorted. Amongst all the photo filters, online shopping, and family and societal pressures, it’s not hard for anyone to start presenting a heavily curated—but ultimately hollow—version of themselves to the world.
So how do you stop presenting who you think you should be and start living authentically as who you really are? How do you live your life according to your own values and goals, rather than those of other people? The answer is not to disengage from media or other people altogether—there’s a better way!
Finding Your Authentic Self is a guided workbook that will help you connect with your true self, your better self. Through a series of 200+ writing exercises, you
A layflat binding facilitates your progress by making it physically easier to write inside the book. Once you realize your true potential, you’ll find you have the respect of others—as well as yourself. You won’t care what others think because you will be living your own personal truth, a truth you can stand behind.
Sample prompts
With inspiring and uplifting quotes and affirmations throughout, you can discover the fulfillment and peace that comes from living as a more authentic person, a more genuine you.
Other books in the series The Adulting Workbook , Stop Overthinking , 5-Minute Productivity Workbook , 3-Minute Positivity Workbook , 52 Weeks to Better Mental Health , The Anti-Anxiety Journal, Manifest Your Intentions, 369 Laws of Attraction Guided Workbook, A Guided Workbook to Unlock and Explore Your Magickal Intuition , A Guided Workbook to Understand and Explore the Wisdom of the Universe , and Finding Your A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook .
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Published December 19, 2023
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October 25, 2023
"Susan Reynolds' 'Finding Your Authentic Self' is a transformative work that transcends the confines of a self-help workbook. It's an enriching journey of self-discovery, a profound exploration of authenticity, and a guide for readers to begin living life genuinely.
In a world saturated with perfectly curated social media personas and the relentless onslaught of digital content, Susan Reynolds offers a refreshing departure from the status quo. She highlights the incongruity between these idealized images and the authenticity that resides within us all, urging readers to cast off their curated shells and embrace their true selves.
Reynolds goes beyond the superficial and investigates the core of what it means to live authentically. Through a collection of over 200 writing exercises, she encourages readers to view themselves objectively, unlocking their self-awareness and self-acceptance. The prompts guide introspection, unveiling values, strengths, and personality traits that may have been overshadowed by societal pressures and false presentations. As readers work through the exercises, they begin to nurture a sense of compassion for themselves and others, sowing the seeds of empathy and connection.
This workbook recognizes authenticity. Reynolds shines light on living in alignment with one's genuine self. She urges readers to uphold principles of integrity and responsibility, to challenge deeply rooted belief systems, and to engage in open, honest communication. By doing so, she paves the way for the development of self-confidence and effective emotional management.
The workbook focuses on helping individuals uncover their life's purpose. This is a vital aspect of authenticity and self-realization, and Reynolds provides the tools for readers to embark on this crucial journey of self-discovery.
This is a book meant to be written in and to be engaged with on the path to self-realization. I read it as an eBook and am thankful for highlighting and notetaking features.
Throughout 'Finding Your Authentic Self,' inspiring quotes and affirmations serve as guiding lights, adding depth to the introspective process. They infuse the workbook with a sense of purpose and empowerment, reinforcing the positive journey toward authenticity.
Susan Reynolds' work is not just another self-help book; it is a chronicle of introspection, a road map to authenticity, and a source of immeasurable fulfillment and inner peace. Reading it is much like engaging in a profound conversation with oneself, guided by a wise and compassionate mentor.
This book is an asset to those seeking to shed the layers of a curated existence and reveal their true self. It reminds us that living authentically is not just a personal goal; it's the key to forging meaningful connections with others and experiencing life at its most genuine.
"An Illuminating Path to Self-Discovery"
"Embrace Your Inner Truth"
"A Source of Unwavering Support"
"Empowerment Through Self-Compassion"
"Integrity and Responsibility: The Cornerstones of Authenticity"
"Unlock Emotional Wisdom"
"Confidence from Within"
"A Lifelong Guide to Authentic Living"
"Part of a Proven Series"
"Unearth Your True Self"
In a world saturated with perfectly curated social media personas and the relentless onslaught of digital content, Susan Reynolds offers a refreshing departure from the status quo. She highlights the incongruity between these idealized images and the authenticity that resides within us all, urging readers to cast off their curated shells and embrace their true selves.
Reynolds goes beyond the superficial and investigates the core of what it means to live authentically. Through a collection of over 200 writing exercises, she encourages readers to view themselves objectively, unlocking their self-awareness and self-acceptance. The prompts guide introspection, unveiling values, strengths, and personality traits that may have been overshadowed by societal pressures and false presentations. As readers work through the exercises, they begin to nurture a sense of compassion for themselves and others, sowing the seeds of empathy and connection.
This workbook recognizes authenticity. Reynolds shines light on living in alignment with one's genuine self. She urges readers to uphold principles of integrity and responsibility, to challenge deeply rooted belief systems, and to engage in open, honest communication. By doing so, she paves the way for the development of self-confidence and effective emotional management.
The workbook focuses on helping individuals uncover their life's purpose. This is a vital aspect of authenticity and self-realization, and Reynolds provides the tools for readers to embark on this crucial journey of self-discovery.
This is a book meant to be written in and to be engaged with on the path to self-realization. I read it as an eBook and am thankful for highlighting and notetaking features.
Throughout 'Finding Your Authentic Self,' inspiring quotes and affirmations serve as guiding lights, adding depth to the introspective process. They infuse the workbook with a sense of purpose and empowerment, reinforcing the positive journey toward authenticity.
Susan Reynolds' work is not just another self-help book; it is a chronicle of introspection, a road map to authenticity, and a source of immeasurable fulfillment and inner peace. Reading it is much like engaging in a profound conversation with oneself, guided by a wise and compassionate mentor.
This book is an asset to those seeking to shed the layers of a curated existence and reveal their true self. It reminds us that living authentically is not just a personal goal; it's the key to forging meaningful connections with others and experiencing life at its most genuine.
"An Illuminating Path to Self-Discovery"
"Embrace Your Inner Truth"
"A Source of Unwavering Support"
"Empowerment Through Self-Compassion"
"Integrity and Responsibility: The Cornerstones of Authenticity"
"Unlock Emotional Wisdom"
"Confidence from Within"
"A Lifelong Guide to Authentic Living"
"Part of a Proven Series"
"Unearth Your True Self"
June 7, 2025
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my digital copy in exchange for an honest review. Every now and then, I like to throw a little nonfiction,self help type books in to the mix...This one sounded like it was right up my alley...but what I forget is that MANY nonfiction books don't turn out well for me on Netgalley...they really need to be paper books that actually show pictures or that you can actually fill out the quiz items for...this was no exception. I think I might have liked it more if that were the case. But I really couldn't interact with the book like it is meant to be dealt with...so for me, it only gets 3 stars.
December 19, 2023
This is a workbook full of a variety of questions and prompts to help you discover your authentic self. As this is a workbook and you answer the questions in spaces provided on the page, this may be better purchased in hard copy rather than as an ebook. The book is full of useful advice and tips and really gets you to think deeply about who you genuinely are. I recommend it to anyone who is interested in looking past who they think they should be and more towards who they truly are as a person.
December 4, 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed this book! I found the tips and advice really useful and I love this kind of book. I would highly recommend and I can’t wait for this book to come out! I will definitely be grabbing a copy!!
December 24, 2023
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me review this book. This book has some great tips and pointers for realizing your true self. I also enjoyed the various quotes throughout the book as well..
January 12, 2024
Nice set up for the book. Had a lot of questions that made you think properly about your life and how it's going and where you want to be. I can imagine this can be a very helpful guide for people who are looking for their purpose in life.
November 15, 2023
A thorough and thought-provoking book, which certainly helped me look inwards to myself.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
May 28, 2024
A nice workbook, I would recommend it to people who are new to self discovery and aren't sure where to start. Some questions may not be tailored to you individually but overall worth the effort.
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