Gilded: Breaking Free from the Cage of Ambition, Perfectionism, and the Relentless Pursuit of More

by Keren Eldad

156 pages, Hardcover

Published January 21, 2025

Reviews

[Victoria Andarcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for anyone who identifies as being a perfectionist. She does a really great job of how crrtain behaviors actually end up being harmful and limiting. I also like how she has prompts to help you reframe certain thought patterns.

[Mallory Grimste · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was relatively inspiring and went beyond vague concepts. I really like her approach

[Sarah Taylor · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the messaging of it, but the writing was so clunky, so often. I found myself rereading so much of it multiple times in an effort to understand. I really like her, though. Her talks are excellent!

[Carolina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gilded is a sharp, funny, and deeply insightful read. Coach Keren Eldad takes on the modern obsession with status, achievement, and perfection with equal parts honesty and compassion. What I loved most is how she weaves together research, storytelling, and real-life examples in a way that feels both engaging and actionable. It’s not just a critique of the “shiny” lives we’re taught to chase - it’s a guide toward something truer, more grounded, and actually fulfilling. A book that makes you think, laugh, and take a hard (but kind) look at yourself. Highly recommend.

[Shelby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although this book didn’t feel completely relevant to me in my life at this moment, I think it’s a great read for women struggling with perfectionism and good girl syndrome. It does a good job of explaining how to identify the expectations we define for ourselves and lives, and ask ourselves if this is what we really want. Essentially it helps guide readers from moving away from a life that looks good to others to make a life that feels good for ourselves. It’s absolutely a great read for anyone in the thick of it trying to pave a happy forward and knowing thyself to get there.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author's anecdotes, references and summaries make this book easy to read and apply. I don't often reread books, but this one will make it easy to go back to and refresh, almost like a reference text. I also really appreciated her suggestions and added texts for additional learning.
Highly recommend and the audio version is well-done as well.

[Dana Oren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Transformative and thought provoking. This book stayed with me long after I finished it. I will be re-reading and have recommended it to everyone I know who’s stuck in unfulfilling success… but capable of much more.

[Scout Sobel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book changed my life. As someone who is ambitious and suffers from perfectionism, this book was exactly what I needed. Keren has this incredible way of saying exactly what I need to hear. I recommend to every ambitious woman I know!

[Marisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A gem of a book. Relatable, funny, honest and full of great advice. I absolutely loved it

[Jalynn Renata · Rating 4 out of 5]

4⭐️ great reminders and aha moments. If you are a perfectionist or find a lot of your worth comes from “success” or performance, this is a great read!

[Joanna C · Rating 5 out of 5]

For anyone who has ever wondered how to move past their limiting beliefs and change their life for the better, this book walks you through it, step by step.