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Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos
A powerful blend of self-help and intimate storytelling, Confused Girl is here to guide women through the turbulence of the modern world and help them fearlessly create the life of their dreams.
To all the women who feel stuck, unworthy, or lost, take heart—your confusion is a virtue! It’s the first stepping stone on your path to becoming an empowered warrior. Giovanna Silvestre, a leading lifestyle and wellness influencer and creator of the international activewear brand Confused Girl in the City, understands the turbulence of the modern world firsthand. Now, she’s here to guide women toward breaking free and confidently pursuing their dreams.
In Confused Find Your Peace in the Chaos, Giovanna shares her transformative journey from an ego-driven, early Hollywood career to true self-acceptance and inner peace. Through raw and honest storytelling, she opens up about her struggles with identity and purpose, including a challenging period of depression that ultimately led to her awakening. Drawing from her own trials and triumphs, Giovanna offers inspiring wisdom on living life on your own terms, finding joy in the mess, learning self-love, overcoming negativity and anxiety, and discovering the courage to chase your desires without letting fear dictate your fate.
Part memoir, part guidebook, Confused Girl empowers women of all ages to chart a positive course through a rapidly changing world. This seemingly daunting landscape is filled with unprecedented potential for self-fulfillment. Giovanna’s insights serve as a must-read treasure map, guiding you on the journey to discover your true nature and realize your dreams.
To all the women who feel stuck, unworthy, or lost, take heart—your confusion is a virtue! It’s the first stepping stone on your path to becoming an empowered warrior. Giovanna Silvestre, a leading lifestyle and wellness influencer and creator of the international activewear brand Confused Girl in the City, understands the turbulence of the modern world firsthand. Now, she’s here to guide women toward breaking free and confidently pursuing their dreams.
In Confused Find Your Peace in the Chaos, Giovanna shares her transformative journey from an ego-driven, early Hollywood career to true self-acceptance and inner peace. Through raw and honest storytelling, she opens up about her struggles with identity and purpose, including a challenging period of depression that ultimately led to her awakening. Drawing from her own trials and triumphs, Giovanna offers inspiring wisdom on living life on your own terms, finding joy in the mess, learning self-love, overcoming negativity and anxiety, and discovering the courage to chase your desires without letting fear dictate your fate.
Part memoir, part guidebook, Confused Girl empowers women of all ages to chart a positive course through a rapidly changing world. This seemingly daunting landscape is filled with unprecedented potential for self-fulfillment. Giovanna’s insights serve as a must-read treasure map, guiding you on the journey to discover your true nature and realize your dreams.
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Published May 13, 2025
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Giovanna Silvestre
1 book23 followersGiovanna Silvestre is the creator of Confused Girl in the City, an international activewear brand inspired by unique healing crystals, blending beauty and spirituality. Featured on NBC and in Forbes and LA Yoga, she’s a graduate of the University of Southern California. Transitioning from the entertainment industry, Giovanna embarked on a journey of self-discovery, emerging as a leading lifestyle and wellness influencer, entrepreneur, and writer. Follow her on Instagram @ConfusedGirlLA and subscribe at www.confusedgirlinthecity.com.
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May 10, 2025I will not be providing a rating, as I did not finish the book. Although I was enjoying her message and the advice she has learned from her experiences in life…she does compare JKR to Rosa Parks and Malala as being influential. Now, if this was published prior to the nastiness that JKR has come out with, I would have loved to keep going. However, after reading, it just left a bad taste in my mouth and makes me concerned as to why this stayed in the finished copy.
Kind of bummed because I know the author was probably trying to make a wholesome point as she reflects on her upbringing, but there should have been some hesitancy to include certain things.
Kind of bummed because I know the author was probably trying to make a wholesome point as she reflects on her upbringing, but there should have been some hesitancy to include certain things.
August 2, 2025
I hopped back on my nonfiction kick and picked up Confused Girl last week. Her byline is Find Your Peace in the Chaos, and I think that is so important. I think we all can so easily be swept up in chaos and it’s hard to break out of that and stay positive. This was a great mix of self-help, her personal stories, and a very positive vibe even when she shared some dark stuff.
I did the second half on audio, since I was driving a lot last week, and overall enjoyed her narration. For some of us that don’t have the LA lifestyle, I did have to chuckle when she talked about being at celebrity parties and having designer friends bringing her chandeliers. Not only did she write a book, but she also started her own yoga pants business! Check out her Instagram!
I did the second half on audio, since I was driving a lot last week, and overall enjoyed her narration. For some of us that don’t have the LA lifestyle, I did have to chuckle when she talked about being at celebrity parties and having designer friends bringing her chandeliers. Not only did she write a book, but she also started her own yoga pants business! Check out her Instagram!
May 7, 2025
Confused Girl is a self help book mixed in with personal anecdotes from the author all about embracing the unknown, the confusing bits, and the “what-nows?” And turning them into something positive.
While I admittedly am not a huge self-help book girlie, I can appreciate what the message is here, causing me to give this one a higher rating than I’d maybe initially be inclined to given the genre. I think there’s a lot that would WILDLY benefit someone in their 20’s, but even as someone approaching their mid 30’s, I appreciated the authors candidness and could relate to the feelings of uncertainty in life.
I particularly enjoyed the chapters on creativity and destiny as a moving target. These sections in particular felt applicable to my own current situation in life and helped me frame things in a new and beneficial light.
Like most self-help books, I found some portions a little long winded or repetitive. However, the author ends each section with a bullet pointed recap, which I think is great for those wanting to get a quick grasp on the general ideas and key take always of each section without having to deep dive if they don’t see fit.
Overall, I think this is a great read for any young adult who feels a little lost or confused and wants a clear cut guide/girl powered pep talk to help them navigate through it
[Thank you to the author for a gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review]
While I admittedly am not a huge self-help book girlie, I can appreciate what the message is here, causing me to give this one a higher rating than I’d maybe initially be inclined to given the genre. I think there’s a lot that would WILDLY benefit someone in their 20’s, but even as someone approaching their mid 30’s, I appreciated the authors candidness and could relate to the feelings of uncertainty in life.
I particularly enjoyed the chapters on creativity and destiny as a moving target. These sections in particular felt applicable to my own current situation in life and helped me frame things in a new and beneficial light.
Like most self-help books, I found some portions a little long winded or repetitive. However, the author ends each section with a bullet pointed recap, which I think is great for those wanting to get a quick grasp on the general ideas and key take always of each section without having to deep dive if they don’t see fit.
Overall, I think this is a great read for any young adult who feels a little lost or confused and wants a clear cut guide/girl powered pep talk to help them navigate through it
[Thank you to the author for a gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review]
May 24, 2025
This is definitely outside of my usual kind of reads, but I still found myself really enjoying it. The mix of memoir and self-help felt honest without being preachy, and the author’s journey from burnout to clarity was super relatable. I liked how she framed confusion as something to move through rather than escape from—it made the whole thing feel like a gentle reminder that not having it all figured out is okay. Some parts dragged a bit or felt repetitive, which kept it from being a full 5, but overall it hit at the right time and left me feeling a little more grounded. A good book to read around my 30th bday.
June 13, 2025
This book was a delight! The author’s refreshing honesty, candid storytelling and spunky narration were so fun to listen to. While I don’t think I’m the target audience for this book (33 y/o stay at home mom who’s been through extensive therapy) I think me in her 20’s would’ve tremendously benefited from a book like this. If you’re feeling lost and discouraged with the path of your life, this book is for you!
April 18, 2025
ARC BOOK REVIEW
Confused Girl By Giovanna Silvestre
Publication Date: May 13, 2025
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
📚MY RATING: ⭐⭐⭐✨
(Rounded Up To 4⭐)
Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and the #BlackstoneInsiders program for sending me an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!
📚MY REVIEW:
Confused Girl is a mix of self-help guidance and stories from Silvestre's life to help women who are feeling stuck, confused, or just a little bit lost in the place they are in their lives.
The synopsis of this book sounded like something that might really appeal to me. It was billed as a guidebook to empower women of all ages to chart a positive course through the turbulence of our rapidly-changing world and create the life of their dreams.
While there were some good nuggets of advice and the pages are filled with a ton of uplifting encouragement, I definitely think this book is better geared for women in their twenties and early thirties. In fact, I wish I would have had this book when I was in my twenties, trying to figure out who I was and struggling to find my self-worth!
Overall, the guidance in this book just didn't seem as relatable to me in my current stage in life, so it wasn't as powerful for me as I'd hoped it would be. That lack of relatability is the primary reason for my rating.
Each chapter started with a positive and empowering quote, and I really enjoyed reading those throughout the book. My favorite quote, offered from an unknown source, was "Maybe it's not about the happy ending. Maybe it's about the story."
If you are someone who enjoys self-help reads -- especially if you're in your late teens, twenties, or even thirties -- I think you'll find this one a really empowering and uplifting book to add to your TBR list when it's released in May!
#ConfusedGirl #GiovannaSilvestre #BlackstonePublishing #ARC #bookrecs #bookrecommendations #bookreviews #selfhelp
Confused Girl By Giovanna Silvestre
Publication Date: May 13, 2025
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
📚MY RATING: ⭐⭐⭐✨
(Rounded Up To 4⭐)
Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and the #BlackstoneInsiders program for sending me an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!
📚MY REVIEW:
Confused Girl is a mix of self-help guidance and stories from Silvestre's life to help women who are feeling stuck, confused, or just a little bit lost in the place they are in their lives.
The synopsis of this book sounded like something that might really appeal to me. It was billed as a guidebook to empower women of all ages to chart a positive course through the turbulence of our rapidly-changing world and create the life of their dreams.
While there were some good nuggets of advice and the pages are filled with a ton of uplifting encouragement, I definitely think this book is better geared for women in their twenties and early thirties. In fact, I wish I would have had this book when I was in my twenties, trying to figure out who I was and struggling to find my self-worth!
Overall, the guidance in this book just didn't seem as relatable to me in my current stage in life, so it wasn't as powerful for me as I'd hoped it would be. That lack of relatability is the primary reason for my rating.
Each chapter started with a positive and empowering quote, and I really enjoyed reading those throughout the book. My favorite quote, offered from an unknown source, was "Maybe it's not about the happy ending. Maybe it's about the story."
If you are someone who enjoys self-help reads -- especially if you're in your late teens, twenties, or even thirties -- I think you'll find this one a really empowering and uplifting book to add to your TBR list when it's released in May!
#ConfusedGirl #GiovannaSilvestre #BlackstonePublishing #ARC #bookrecs #bookrecommendations #bookreviews #selfhelp
June 3, 2025
“Confused Girl” by Giovanna Silvestre was not a book I expected to read — but I’m SO glad I did!
Huge thanks to @confusedgirlla and @netgalley for the incredible ARC 💗
Giovanna touches on so many meaningful and empowering topics — from letting go of shame and guilt, to understanding that destiny isn’t a fixed point, to decoding the complexities of relationships, and learning how to be truly unstoppable. She shares personal stories and insights with such vulnerability and wisdom that it felt like having a deep conversation with a friend who gets it.
Whether you’re facing a tough chapter in your life or just looking for a little inspiration, this is a heartfelt and empowering read that every woman can take something from.
This was definitely a highlighter-in-hand kind of book. Here are a few standout passages that really spoke to me:
✨ “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have. Make the now the primary focus of your life.”
— Such a powerful reminder to slow down and be present. It inspired me to savor the little things: really tasting my food, stepping into the sun, reconnecting with nature — things we often overlook that can truly ground us.
✨ “I knew my life would never be authentic if I wasn’t willing to take bold steps and walk steadily toward change.”
— This hit home. I recently made a big career shift, and reading this felt like the universe cheering me on. Sometimes the hardest steps are the most rewarding.
✨ “Our experiences are meant to be unpredictable, and many setbacks are out of our control.”
— After facing the setback of losing my job, this was exactly the reminder I didn’t know I needed. It helped me accept the unpredictability of life and shift my focus to how I respond to it.
This beautiful book just released on May 13th, and it’s already getting some much-deserved love. If you’re looking for something honest, motivating, and soul-stirring — go grab your copy!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Huge thanks to @confusedgirlla and @netgalley for the incredible ARC 💗
Giovanna touches on so many meaningful and empowering topics — from letting go of shame and guilt, to understanding that destiny isn’t a fixed point, to decoding the complexities of relationships, and learning how to be truly unstoppable. She shares personal stories and insights with such vulnerability and wisdom that it felt like having a deep conversation with a friend who gets it.
Whether you’re facing a tough chapter in your life or just looking for a little inspiration, this is a heartfelt and empowering read that every woman can take something from.
This was definitely a highlighter-in-hand kind of book. Here are a few standout passages that really spoke to me:
✨ “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have. Make the now the primary focus of your life.”
— Such a powerful reminder to slow down and be present. It inspired me to savor the little things: really tasting my food, stepping into the sun, reconnecting with nature — things we often overlook that can truly ground us.
✨ “I knew my life would never be authentic if I wasn’t willing to take bold steps and walk steadily toward change.”
— This hit home. I recently made a big career shift, and reading this felt like the universe cheering me on. Sometimes the hardest steps are the most rewarding.
✨ “Our experiences are meant to be unpredictable, and many setbacks are out of our control.”
— After facing the setback of losing my job, this was exactly the reminder I didn’t know I needed. It helped me accept the unpredictability of life and shift my focus to how I respond to it.
This beautiful book just released on May 13th, and it’s already getting some much-deserved love. If you’re looking for something honest, motivating, and soul-stirring — go grab your copy!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
April 10, 2025
Such a great book for anyone struggling with worthiness, clarity or "shoulding" themselves to death. Giovanna offers spiritual and practical strategies for finally getting out of your own way, once and for all.
May 6, 2025
I’m usually not a self help book reader but this was good! I enjoyed this book—perfect for anyone who’s feeling stuck, doubting their worth, or drowning in all the ‘shoulds.’
July 17, 2025
This book isn't one I usually read, but the cover intrigued me, so I decided to read it, and I don't regret my choice.
The book touches on many important themes that affect us in everyday life: anxiety, lack of self-confidence, loneliness, love, comparison, jealousy, depression, and many more. I find it very interesting that the author addresses these sensitive topics because they are emotions or events that we've all felt or experienced. Moreover, she addresses these themes by telling us her own story, which allows us to get to know her a little better.
This book evoked different feelings in me because I recognized myself in different passages of the book, and because some of the words the author mentions really touched my heart.🥺
Furthermore, the author gives us advice on how to become the best version of ourselves, and I found this advice very useful.🥰
I didn't give it 5 stars because in some chapters I felt like the author was repeating herself a bit, but otherwise I recommend this book to really get back to reality and learn to love yourself properly!🫶🏼
The book touches on many important themes that affect us in everyday life: anxiety, lack of self-confidence, loneliness, love, comparison, jealousy, depression, and many more. I find it very interesting that the author addresses these sensitive topics because they are emotions or events that we've all felt or experienced. Moreover, she addresses these themes by telling us her own story, which allows us to get to know her a little better.
This book evoked different feelings in me because I recognized myself in different passages of the book, and because some of the words the author mentions really touched my heart.🥺
Furthermore, the author gives us advice on how to become the best version of ourselves, and I found this advice very useful.🥰
I didn't give it 5 stars because in some chapters I felt like the author was repeating herself a bit, but otherwise I recommend this book to really get back to reality and learn to love yourself properly!🫶🏼
August 27, 2025
Must Read!!
This has been one of my favorite reads in a long time. Giovanna’s perspective is honest, funny, and deeply relatable. She writes with vulnerability and strength, sharing her personal journey in a way that makes you feel seen… like you’re not alone in the chaos of figuring life out. I came away feeling a little more empowered to embrace the “confused girl” in myself. Highly recommend for anyone navigating life transitions, chasing purpose, or simply needing a reminder that clarity often comes from confusion.
This has been one of my favorite reads in a long time. Giovanna’s perspective is honest, funny, and deeply relatable. She writes with vulnerability and strength, sharing her personal journey in a way that makes you feel seen… like you’re not alone in the chaos of figuring life out. I came away feeling a little more empowered to embrace the “confused girl” in myself. Highly recommend for anyone navigating life transitions, chasing purpose, or simply needing a reminder that clarity often comes from confusion.
August 29, 2025
I really enjoyed this one. It felt more like a mix of memoir and life advice than a typical self help book and it never felt preachy. Giovanna’s voice is so relatable and encouraging, like chatting with a friend over coffee. I loved how she reframes confusion as something powerful instead of something to hide from. Uplifting, honest, and motivating. Highly recommend.
August 7, 2025
Felt like reading someone else’s inner monologue raw, real, and refreshingly unfiltered. She writes with an honesty that immediately pulls you in. It’s a journey of self-discovery, full of contradictions, vulnerability, and those in between moments where everything feels uncertain but meaningful.
What I appreciated most was how the book didn’t try to offer perfect answers. It embraced confusion, insecurity, and growth in a way that felt deeply human. There were parts where I saw my own thoughts reflected back at me the doubt, the searching, the longing to live with purpose but not always knowing how.
It’s the kind of book that makes you feel less alone, especially if you’ve ever felt a little lost yourself. A quiet but powerful reminder that confusion isn’t weakness it’s the first step toward becoming who you’re meant to be.
What I appreciated most was how the book didn’t try to offer perfect answers. It embraced confusion, insecurity, and growth in a way that felt deeply human. There were parts where I saw my own thoughts reflected back at me the doubt, the searching, the longing to live with purpose but not always knowing how.
It’s the kind of book that makes you feel less alone, especially if you’ve ever felt a little lost yourself. A quiet but powerful reminder that confusion isn’t weakness it’s the first step toward becoming who you’re meant to be.
July 21, 2025
At first the cover name didn't interest me or catch my attention, but after reading the book, the name fits perfectly. So I guess it's true, don't judge a book by its cover! This book goes over so many great topics like shame, guilt, and self-love. it also talks about how to clear out the clutter in your life and make space for new experiences, manifesting health and happiness and becoming unstoppable. The information is outlined, highlighted and organized in a great fashion, that's easy to understand. It's an easy read and the information is direct and it flows very nicely. It's very informative and has a lot of research to back up the points she makes, with a few stories as examples, but it doesn't contain too many stories, like a lot of books, her stories actually enhances what she is saying and it's not just to add fluff. At the end of each chapter, she does chapter recaps of all the important information that she went over in that chapter. It's very helpful to have a summary to recap what you've already read and the important takeaways of each chapter. I don't believe that there is one area of life, that's important, that she doesn't cover in this book. I honestly can't think of anything else I would add to this book, which is very rare for me! It includes a lot of great tips and examples of how to apply the suggestions to your life, in a way that works for YOU. Every woman should have a guidebook to life, like this one! It's definitely a book I will keep and re-read! I'm very happy I came across this book and to think that I may never have read it, would have been a great disappointment, to say the least. It's a great addition to my self-help collection. This book is definitely something that will help me find peace, joy, happiness and calmness in the chaos of my everyday life! This book encourages you to find your purpose in life, live your life fully and make the most out of the short time we have here on this Earth. I'm very grateful that I was chosen as a winner in the #GoodReadsGiveaway and that I was given the opportunity to read this amazing book! Thank you Giovanna, for keeping it real and for sharing all the amazing life lessons you've learned!
July 8, 2025
"Because confusion holds the seed for transformation and illumination."
~ Confused Girl, Giovanna Silvestre
Honest, motivating and approachable
“Confused Girl” by Giovanna Silvestre is an honest and inspiring book about navigating uncertainty, doubt and new beginnings. The author recounts her experiences in a very personal way – and that is precisely what makes her message so tangible. Although I am not usually a fan of self-help books, I was impressed by her openness.
Some chapters, such as those on creativity or dealing with guilt, particularly appealed to me and helped me gain new perspectives on my own situation. Although I found certain passages a little long-winded, the concise summaries at the end of each section were helpful and well structured.
This book is aimed primarily at young adults, but it can also be a valuable companion for others.
Overall, it is an encouraging read – honest, not patronising, and with an important message: it's okay to be confused.
The book came at just the right time for me and gave me the feeling that there is a little more meaning in my current situation than I can see right now.
The parallels to my own experiences made me feel understood, and it was good to realise that I am not alone with my thoughts.
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~ Confused Girl, Giovanna Silvestre
Honest, motivating and approachable
“Confused Girl” by Giovanna Silvestre is an honest and inspiring book about navigating uncertainty, doubt and new beginnings. The author recounts her experiences in a very personal way – and that is precisely what makes her message so tangible. Although I am not usually a fan of self-help books, I was impressed by her openness.
Some chapters, such as those on creativity or dealing with guilt, particularly appealed to me and helped me gain new perspectives on my own situation. Although I found certain passages a little long-winded, the concise summaries at the end of each section were helpful and well structured.
This book is aimed primarily at young adults, but it can also be a valuable companion for others.
Overall, it is an encouraging read – honest, not patronising, and with an important message: it's okay to be confused.
The book came at just the right time for me and gave me the feeling that there is a little more meaning in my current situation than I can see right now.
The parallels to my own experiences made me feel understood, and it was good to realise that I am not alone with my thoughts.
XX
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April 25, 2025
This book is super relatable, especially to the girl who’s on her self discovery journey! Giovanna does an amazing job getting vulnerable in the messiness of life and how to embrace it. The book really pulls you in to a storyline that’s personal and, yet can be real and relevant to so many others, especially myself! Highly recommend, giving it a read, especially if you’re looking for a positive spin on life during times of confusion and feeling lost. Her perspective is really uplifting! Radiantly,Lauren
May 6, 2025
Well written, easy to understand and follow, a feeling of a personal connection with the author through storytelling, and great life advice — this book is everything you might need to hear if you’re in a season of confusion or uncertainty in your life.
I loved the constant reassurance throughout the book that life is going to be okay, the good and the bad will come but if you listen to your heart and your gut, you will end up exactly where you need to be.
I highly recommend this book for everyone, but especially older teens and those in their 20s!
I loved the constant reassurance throughout the book that life is going to be okay, the good and the bad will come but if you listen to your heart and your gut, you will end up exactly where you need to be.
I highly recommend this book for everyone, but especially older teens and those in their 20s!
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May 23, 2025Don’t include a star rating for anything that has even has some part memoir vibes since it is such a personal experience but there are aspects of this book that I think women in many stages of life could relate too and while I don’t read a lot of non fiction but it was written well and had some nice messages.
There are a few things that I didn’t quite jive with but I will just leave it at that.
There are a few things that I didn’t quite jive with but I will just leave it at that.
May 14, 2025
Silvestre offers a compelling blend of memoir and self-help, inviting readers, particularly women, to embrace life's uncertainties as a catalyst for personal growth. Drawing from her own transformative journey, she provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of modern life with authenticity and resilience.
Silvestre's philosophy is the idea that confusion is not a weakness but a natural and necessary part of personal evolution. She encourages readers to view moments of uncertainty as opportunities for self-discovery, rather than sources of fear or frustration. By embracing confusion, individuals can unlock deeper truths about themselves and the world around them.
Each chapter concludes with a recap distilling key insights and actionable steps for readers. These summaries serve as practical guides, helping readers to internalize lessons on topics such as self-love, overcoming negativity, and pursuing desires without fear.
I am not a big self-help reader so I was weary going into this. The positivity tends to feel almost toxic? I'm good. This book contained good lessons that can be beneficial for someone who is overwhelmed and/or confused. Thought I do think this book would more beneficial to those who are younger that may relate more.
Silvestre's philosophy is the idea that confusion is not a weakness but a natural and necessary part of personal evolution. She encourages readers to view moments of uncertainty as opportunities for self-discovery, rather than sources of fear or frustration. By embracing confusion, individuals can unlock deeper truths about themselves and the world around them.
Each chapter concludes with a recap distilling key insights and actionable steps for readers. These summaries serve as practical guides, helping readers to internalize lessons on topics such as self-love, overcoming negativity, and pursuing desires without fear.
I am not a big self-help reader so I was weary going into this. The positivity tends to feel almost toxic? I'm good. This book contained good lessons that can be beneficial for someone who is overwhelmed and/or confused. Thought I do think this book would more beneficial to those who are younger that may relate more.
May 9, 2025
Confused Girl by Giovanna Silvestre is a self help/memoir hybrid that is all about learning how to be your best self even when you are a Confused Girl.
I don’t really read any self help so I don’t have a lot to compare this one to. I thought a lot of the passages were very insightful and I really enjoyed learning about Silvestre’s life. I think sometimes I need books like this to remind me of all the strengths I have and the weaknesses I need to work on (without feeling condescending.)
I am definitely at a stage in my life where I feel a little confused about what’s next so reading this was a nice way to accept the confusion and sit with it for now. I feel like the overall concepts were easy to understand and I could see myself gifting this book to people that I think could benefit from it.
(There was one JK Rowling mention that bothered me. So this is just a warning that it is in there.)
I don’t really read any self help so I don’t have a lot to compare this one to. I thought a lot of the passages were very insightful and I really enjoyed learning about Silvestre’s life. I think sometimes I need books like this to remind me of all the strengths I have and the weaknesses I need to work on (without feeling condescending.)
I am definitely at a stage in my life where I feel a little confused about what’s next so reading this was a nice way to accept the confusion and sit with it for now. I feel like the overall concepts were easy to understand and I could see myself gifting this book to people that I think could benefit from it.
(There was one JK Rowling mention that bothered me. So this is just a warning that it is in there.)
May 12, 2025
As someone who doesn't usually read nonfiction, I was immediately drawn in by its honest, engaging tone. Rather than a typical self-help guide, Silvestre shares her journey through personal storytelling, which made the book feel intimate, relatable, and real.
The writing flowed so naturally, I often forgot I was reading nonfiction. Each chapter built thoughtfully on the last, and her vulnerability added heart and depth. I found myself reflecting on my own path with a sense of renewed clarity.
What truly stood out were the practical tips: simple, actionable, and actually effective. I didn’t just read them, I used them. Combined with her real-life experiences, these insights felt meaningful and authentic.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, lost, or just exploring your inner world, this book is a genuine guide toward clarity. Giovanna Silvestre has created something both personal and universally uplifting!
The writing flowed so naturally, I often forgot I was reading nonfiction. Each chapter built thoughtfully on the last, and her vulnerability added heart and depth. I found myself reflecting on my own path with a sense of renewed clarity.
What truly stood out were the practical tips: simple, actionable, and actually effective. I didn’t just read them, I used them. Combined with her real-life experiences, these insights felt meaningful and authentic.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, lost, or just exploring your inner world, this book is a genuine guide toward clarity. Giovanna Silvestre has created something both personal and universally uplifting!
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May 14, 2025This book was exactly what I needed at this exact moment, it is part memoir/part self-help. It is kind of like a guide of life. I love that it is like one giant big pep talk. I especially loved the bullet points at the end of the chapters. It is uplifting and inspiring for me to love myself and the path l'm on, even if I'm confused!
Thank you to the author and @blackstonepublishing for the opportunity to read this book. My opinions are honest and my own!
Thank you to the author and @blackstonepublishing for the opportunity to read this book. My opinions are honest and my own!
May 14, 2025
Thank you so much to Giovanna for reaching out with an early copy of Confused Girl in exchange for an honest review!
Self-reflection has this magical way of leading us to a place of self-compassion.
I’m about to out myself and confess that I’ve never read a self-help book before. (Insane, I know.) So I actually had no idea what to expect when going into this book.
As someone who often feels like a confused girl. It was really comforting to read a book that truly reminds you that you’re not alone. Going through life and feeling stuck or unworthy is something that every woman deals with. This book is filled with encouragement, love and compassion towards women who are learning to navigate an ever changing world.
Giovanna has a wonderful voice that really pulls you in. Her stories are inspiring, well told and really do give you a mindset shift. :)
I recommend this book to anyone who feels like they’re stuck going through the motions of life without feeling like they’re living.
Self-reflection has this magical way of leading us to a place of self-compassion.
I’m about to out myself and confess that I’ve never read a self-help book before. (Insane, I know.) So I actually had no idea what to expect when going into this book.
As someone who often feels like a confused girl. It was really comforting to read a book that truly reminds you that you’re not alone. Going through life and feeling stuck or unworthy is something that every woman deals with. This book is filled with encouragement, love and compassion towards women who are learning to navigate an ever changing world.
Giovanna has a wonderful voice that really pulls you in. Her stories are inspiring, well told and really do give you a mindset shift. :)
I recommend this book to anyone who feels like they’re stuck going through the motions of life without feeling like they’re living.
December 2, 2025
I read this book this past month with my book club, and I really appreciated the emotions in it and the courage it took for the author to share her struggles and mental health issues. These are topics that usually aren’t easy to talk about or share with strangers, yet she does so to remind readers that they aren’t the only ones feeling confused in this world
May 29, 2025
I really enjoyed Giovanna’s writing style and appreciated the way in which Confused Girl felt approachable as well as wise in the advice and affirmation it gave. It reads more like a memoir than self-help, and I think it’s a perfect book for women in their 20’s!!
April 12, 2025
"Confused Girl" is one of those books that really hits home and shifts your entire mindset in the best way possible. I found its approach to letting go of shame and guilt to be so refreshing. It encourages you to tap into your intuition and creativity, guiding you on a path to discovering who you really are and what you want from life. I absolutely love how Giovanna uses confusion as a tool to help us figure ourselves out. It felt so relatable! Honestly, it’s been an amazing read, and I think it might just be my favorite book of 2025! I can't recommend it enough!
October 29, 2025
Confused Girl is one of those books that finds you at the exact moment you need it. Giovanna Silvestre writes with a rare mix of honesty and grace, turning vulnerability into strength and confusion into clarity. Through her story, she reminds us that self-discovery isn’t a straight line — it’s a journey made up of detours, lessons, and quiet awakenings.
Her voice feels both intimate and universal, as if she’s writing directly to the part of you that’s still figuring things out. Every chapter holds a mirror to what it means to be human, go chase meaning, to fall apart, to rebuild. It’s not just a memoir; it’s an invitation to trust the unknown and see beauty in the becoming.💌
For anyone standing at the edge of change or craving a deeper sense of purpose, this book is a gentle companion and a spark of hope. Giovanna’s story reminds us that being “confused” doesn’t mean being lost; sometimes, it means you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.
Her voice feels both intimate and universal, as if she’s writing directly to the part of you that’s still figuring things out. Every chapter holds a mirror to what it means to be human, go chase meaning, to fall apart, to rebuild. It’s not just a memoir; it’s an invitation to trust the unknown and see beauty in the becoming.💌
For anyone standing at the edge of change or craving a deeper sense of purpose, this book is a gentle companion and a spark of hope. Giovanna’s story reminds us that being “confused” doesn’t mean being lost; sometimes, it means you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.
May 13, 2025
I loved Confused Girl!! For all you ladies who are confused about the direction you want to take in life, congratulations! Being confused is a gift and this book will lovingly guide you to help you figure it out. It’s inspirational and motivational.
May 25, 2025
“Maybe it’s not about the happy ending. Maybe it’s about the story.”
This book is filled with uplifting encouragement on how to get through a forever changing world as a woman. I feel like I was reliving my twenties all over again trying to myself. And I feel like we are forever evolving as human beings. We go through stages in life and this book is almost comforting in knowing we aren’t alone in it.
Thank you so much to Giovanna for sending me this book!!
This book is filled with uplifting encouragement on how to get through a forever changing world as a woman. I feel like I was reliving my twenties all over again trying to myself. And I feel like we are forever evolving as human beings. We go through stages in life and this book is almost comforting in knowing we aren’t alone in it.
Thank you so much to Giovanna for sending me this book!!
January 7, 2025
As a 56-year-old woman, I can honestly say that this is one of the most refreshing books I’ve ever read. Being able to admit that we’re confused—and recognizing that it’s okay—is something we never would have done in the past. But it is okay, and it connects us in a way that is deeply human. Because honestly, aren’t we all a little confused?
But Giovanna doesn’t leave us there. She lovingly swoops in and guides us through the confusion with grace and insight.
Thank you, Giovanna, for helping generations of women—not just by acknowledging that the struggle is real—but by clearing a path through it so we can confidently navigate it ourselves.
But Giovanna doesn’t leave us there. She lovingly swoops in and guides us through the confusion with grace and insight.
Thank you, Giovanna, for helping generations of women—not just by acknowledging that the struggle is real—but by clearing a path through it so we can confidently navigate it ourselves.
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