Calm in a Book: Soothing Self-Care Rituals for Every Day

by My Self-Love Supply

Find calm every day with this pocket-sized self-care manual featuring simple rituals, journal prompts, activities, and affirmations from the creator behind the hit Instagram account My Self-Love Supply.

This beautifully illustrated guide provides reminders and routines to get you back on track when life gets tough—all backed by simple science. The book is divided into four Calm in a Book, Feeling Calm, Feeling Mindful, and Feeling Centered, each

reflective journal pagesprompts and mood trackersempowering words of affirmationsoothing activities and illustrations, and more
Filled with lovely, vibrant artwork, self-care routines, and accessible practices you can tailor to your own needs, Calm in a Book will help you feel happier and more centered.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health

160 pages, Hardcover

Published March 17, 2026

Reviews

[Erin · Rating 3 out of 5]

ARC for review. To be published March 17, 2026.

3 stars

There’s actually a real author for this book, I’m not sure why she listed the author as the company name…that just gives me cult-like vibes. This is a perfectly fine self-help book, you’ve probably read or heard most of this before, but some of the prompts were new to me. If you like this sort of thing, this one will likely work for you.

[Natalie all_books_great_and_small · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

Calm in a Book is a beautiful pocket-sized (I believe as I read the netgalley book) book perfect to carry around with you for those moments you may need it.
I found this a very helpful little book which for me would be great in those situations when I begin to spiral with my anxiety to help ground me and remind me of things to do to help myself calm and get through the moment.
The book includes reminders and ideas, little rituals, affirmations, activities, trackers, and journal prompts, too. The illustrations are soothing and calming throughout and very pretty to look at.
This would make a great book for anyone who is beginning self-care practices for anxiety and times of feeling overwhelmed but is also a great little book to carry for refreshing more practised users, too.

[hallie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it! Such a cute little intro book to self care and rituals + habits that promote good mental health & well being. Highly recommend this book to anyone who’s on their wellness + self love journey 💕✨

[Jenn Marshall · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is easy to understand and is written to explain the why behind these activities also. I did find a couple that I have not tried before, but most of the activities are things I was taught how to do as a beginner. Still worth checking out, but a beginner might find it more helpful.

4 stars

[The Sassy Bookworm · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book Review: Calm in a Book: Soothing Self-Care Rituals for Every Day by My Self-Love Supply

Rating: 4 Stars

I recently picked up Calm in a Book, and it’s a real gem for anyone looking to bring a little peace into their daily routine. The book is this beautifully illustrated, pocket-sized guide packed with simple yet effective self-care rituals. It’s created by the lovely mind behind the popular Instagram account My Self-Love Supply, so you know it’s rooted in genuine care and positivity.

The book is thoughtfully divided into four sections: Calm in a Book, Feeling Calm, Feeling Mindful, and Feeling Centered. Each part offers a mix of journal prompts, mood trackers, affirmations, and soothing activities designed to help you reset when life starts to feel overwhelming. What I appreciated most was how it doesn’t just tell you what to do but also explains the science behind why these practices work, making it incredibly approachable for beginners.

One thing that truly caught my eye was the cover—so inviting and cheerful. Inside, the vibrant artwork continues to soothe and inspire, making it a joy to flip through. I found myself reaching for it whenever anxiety crept in; its gentle reminders and rituals helped ground me and navigate those tough moments more calmly.

Whether you’re just starting your self-care journey or are already familiar with mindfulness techniques, this book offers something valuable. It’s straightforward, easy to understand, and flexible enough to tailor to your own needs. Plus, if you know someone who loves journaling or is exploring ways to handle stress and anxiety, this would make a thoughtful gift.

Overall, I’m giving Calm in a Book a solid 4 stars. It’s a charming companion for anyone looking to cultivate calmness and center themselves amidst life’s chaos. A little book with big heart!

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

[Alicia Bayer · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a fairly generic mindfulness book filled with large text, lots of white space and simple clip art style illustrations. None of the exercises were new to me but I do a fair amount of mindfulness and gratitude practices. They are standard ones like name 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, and so on, breathing exercises, body scans, plans for what you’ll do on hard days and why (you come up with your own ideas), ways to give yourself rest, etc. There are spaces for journaling. It’s divided into four chapters like rest, feeling calm and feeling mindful. The author runs an instagram page on the topic. There is no illustrator credited anywhere in the book so I’m assuming it’s AI art and design.

If you are brand new to mindfulness and gratitude practices, this could be a good resource, or if you are looking for a gift for someone who is interested in it and who likes journaling. I would not recommend it for someone truly struggling with grief or depression or for someone already familiar with basic mindfulness and self care practices.

I read a temporary digital loan of this book via netgalley.

[Emma_bookaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a beautiful book this is! I have been suffering with anxiety for quite a while now and I saw this little book come up and wanted to read it. I'm so glad I did!

It's full of useful tips, pictures and quotes to help settle the mind, small goals to achieve such as get up, make a cup of tea, spend time outside etc. All can be checked off a to-do list which, let's be honest, checking something off always brings a smile!

I like the idea this can be referred to whenever you need it. Pocket- sized apparently although I got the ebook so haven't seen it physically but sounds good!

I will look out for more as hope its part of a series but even if it isn't, it's worth a read. Getting your mind and soul into a place of calm is always good. Makes you appreciate the now, not rush and to really look and see what is around you.

How do certain things make you feel? Write them down and do a chart to how you can do something different to make a change. Nothing changes if nothing changes!

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Calm in a Book is a thoughtfully designed, pocket-sized resource for grounding yourself when life feels overwhelming. Filled with vibrant illustrations, simple rituals, journal prompts, and affirmations, it offers accessible practices you can return to again and again.

I appreciated how flexible this book is. The activities and reflections can be tailored to your own needs, making it easy to engage whether you have a few minutes or more time to slow down. The structure, divided into sections focused on calm, mindfulness, and centering, makes it intuitive to find what you need in the moment.

This is a lovely companion for anyone looking for gentle, everyday ways to feel more grounded and centered.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book for review.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, this was a pretty good book. It was easy to navigate, especially if you're picking it up in a moment of need and wanting to quickly find a section. The journal prompts helped me reflect on how the ideas in the book actually show up in my life and the illustrations made the book feel visually inviting. The simple ideas sections felt helpful for moments of decision paralysis, when doing anything feels hard but doing something matters.

Nothing felt completely new or groundbreaking in these pages, but the book offers a thoughtful and well organized collection of tips and ideas. It is a supportive resource to return to when you are looking for gentle guidance and/or grounding.

I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review via Netgalley.

[Julie B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Calm in a Book is like a deep breath you can carry in your bag. 🌿✨

Created by the voice behind My Self-Love Supply, this little guide is packed with simple, doable ways to reset when life feels overwhelming. I love how it’s broken into sections like Feeling Calm, Mindful, and Centered — so you can flip right to what you need in the moment.

The journal prompts are thoughtful without being intimidating, the affirmations feel genuinely empowering (not cheesy), and the mood trackers and tiny rituals make self-care actually feel manageable. Plus, the artwork is so vibrant and soothing — it just makes you want to slow down.

It’s sweet, practical, and encouraging — the perfect pick-me-up for tough days or a gentle daily reset. 💛

[Jada · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who takes self-care seriously, I found this book incredibly timely and helpful. The prompts and exercises were meaningful and made me pause to really connect with myself—something that’s easy to neglect in a busy world. I especially appreciated how accessible and non-judgmental the tone was; it felt like a friend guiding me gently back to center. I would absolutely purchase a physical copy to revisit regularly and deepen my self-care routine. I gave this book 5 stars. It's a must-read for anyone looking to bring more mindfulness, reflection, and calm into their lives. Thanks Netgalley for this arc.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book from the publisher, and after working through a few initial issues reading it across my devices, I found myself genuinely enjoying it. What stood out to me most were the clear lists and concrete examples, as well as the fact that the book avoids unnecessary long-winded explanations. Its practical focus really worked for me.
I would have loved to see more hands-on exercises like the one on page 37, since I tend to understand concepts best when I can write, apply, and test ideas immediately. That said, I truly appreciated the book overall and could absolutely see myself purchasing a copy once it’s officially released.

[Melissa Biskie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book for beginners and the breakdown of rest, mindful, and centered is brilliant. I will definitely recommend this for teens too. I wish there was more space for others to add more of my own writing into the book to take notes. (Obviously since this is digital I had a journal) It would be great to add more reflection on why the reader needed the book so they could see the progress in the future.

[Rachel S · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’ve ever thought, “Wait. How am I supposed to take care of myself again?” this is a great book to pick up. It’s a good reminder of practices to bring calm to your life and some you may not have learned yet. This is a beautiful book and a kind, guiding hand to create calm. It could be a good gift to a friend in need or to yourself.

I received this book to review from NetGalley and the publisher.

[cc · Rating 3 out of 5]

e-ARC from NetGalley

3.75

this book was beautiful, but it seemed very basic and not particularly innovative. it doesn't necessarily need to be innovative, but I expected something slightly different than I got.

worth a read, though, and would look lovely on someone's coffee table. a part of me would like to have some of the pages enlarged, printed, framed, and hung on my walls.

[Ronda Kelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

There were many helpful hints in here on how to start easy self care rituals and also lots of journaling prompts and segments to incur thought into self care. The illustrations were lovely and the visuals were soothing. This is a book I would revisit often. Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC to review.

[April Dominguez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was lovely! Pocket-sized and included several affirmations and daily, short rituals to try. If that's what you're looking for, then this is for you!

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via Netgalley and the publishers.

[S · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book, even though many of the ideas were things I had heard before. It was still a pleasant read and a good reminder of the importance of self-care. I appreciated the suggestions and practical ideas it shared for practicing self-care in everyday life.

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Calm in a Book is an interesting set of guidelines on how to provide self-care in different aspects. From being mindful to taking a mental reset, this provides tips and ways to get the rest and bring the right amount of calmness to your life.

[Claireybooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Full review will be posted nearer to publication date.

[Crimson Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5 Stars)

Recently re-read it

I picked up Calm in a Book by My Self-Love Supply because, to be honest, I am not the best at being calm at all. It is something I need to learn how to bring into my life so I can start to find some peace, instead of chasing chaos like it's a sport.

I have taken my time with this book, not just to read it but to put what it offers into practice. I have kept a journal alongside reading this because I always like to keep a log of new things I am trying, so I can see if anything changes. I was also hoping this would encourage me to slow down and reconnect with myself—or, who knows, maybe even find myself without all the weight I've held onto for so long.

What I appreciated is that it doesn't try to tell you how to do everything; it's more of a gentle push. What I also took from reading and doing the practices is that without making these changes, life will not suddenly become stress-free.

You need to actively work on creating the environment and practices that lead you to your own peace. It does this by offering gentle reminders and practical exercises that encourage you to pause, reflect, and start to be a little kinder to yourself day by day.By doing my journaling through this, I saw a pattern of it not coming easily, and there was some resistance at first.

Yet, I understood that it was this way because chaos is all I have ever truly known. Peace and being stress-free was a destination I had never been to before, so it was weird and felt unnatural to me at first.The layout of this book is easy to follow and is split into sections so it's not too much to handle all at once.

This makes it more digestible for myself and others who want to make small changes and have them stick before moving on to more. It felt less like something I had to finish and more like something I could return to whenever I needed a moment to focus on learning how to be calm.

Through this book, I have been encouraged to have more positive self-reflection rather than negativity. I have now been looking into other books about similar topics, thanks to this book helping me to open up to peace through small, doable actions rather than trying to control everything.

This book isn't amazing, but it does help to clear the fog so you can start to see that life and things can be different when you invest in yourself with small actions done daily.

It reminds me that taking care of myself isn't selfish—it's something that is frequently needed for my well-being. It is also a show of self-love because I am looking after myself.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book.