Self Love Notes: Uplifting Poetry, Affirmations & Quotes

by Michelle G. Stradford

Fill Up on Hope with Self Love Notes

Self Love Notes is a collection of uplifting poetry, affirmations, and quotes celebrating unconditionally loving ourselves. It not only inspires but also invites the reader to nurture their hearts with accepting compassion and gratitude.

This message encourages us to love and appreciate our whole selves, despite our flaws and self-defined inadequacies, yet continue to strive for growth. It is intended for those who need to be reminded of their self-worth and know that they are loved.


My beginning in life
has not been easy,
nor was it fair or pretty.
But I hold onto few regrets.

The rough road cast the armor
of my impervious shell,
creating a sustainable
updated version of me
that is nearly unbreakable.

For all of this, I am grateful.
-Impervious Shell

Organized in three chapters; Worth, Vision, and Uplift, this book is perfect for the self-doubter, overthinker, and anyone on a healing journey from past adversity.

Genres: Poetry, Self Help, Nonfiction

201 pages, Hardcover

First published November 2, 2021

About the author

Michelle G. Stradford is the best-selling author of inspirational and uplifting poetry and affirmation books, such as I'm Rising, Self Love Notes, and Rise Unstoppable, all of which have been honored with various awards for best poetry collections. Her contemporary free verse style makes her work relatable and connects with her readers in a powerfully inspiring way. Michelle strives to make use of her writing and experiences to build a platform that helps women and girls take ownership of their power to get through difficulties and fulfill their dreams.

As an architect, she has had the opportunity to travel the world, explore different cultures, and connect with people from various backgrounds. To share how she views life, she likes to combine words with art and photography to tell stories that can stir emotions or make others relate to her work. She loves both performing arts and visual arts, so taking in shows or visiting art galleries with family and friends is something she enjoys immensely.

Reviews

[Charlene · Rating 5 out of 5]

This time of the year is hard and amazing for me. My grandson was born in November as was my daughter. However, my mother passed right after Christmas. I do not give myself enough credit sometimes and really need to self care more. Great uplifting quotes that I will strive to achieve.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cami💋 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly profound and beautiful. I am slowly making my way through this book, not because it is badly or poorly written, but because it’s the opposite. I read a few poems in the morning and absorb and think of them throughout the day. I was touched from the very first poem and will definitely take away a few lessons from this book.

[Jaymin Ewens · Rating 4 out of 5]

A truly lovely collection of incredibly positive poetry. A genuinely great choice of book to help me start the year!

[Elina · Rating 4 out of 5]

love yourself

[Mary Nolan-Fesmire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved these message of love to 'self'. Many wonderful self affirmations.....good 'read one a day' sort of book to remind yourself of how important self-love is!!!!

[Eva · Rating 5 out of 5]

So viele schöne und wahre Worte, die einen in den Arm nehmen, wenn man vielleicht gerade zweifelt. Manchmal braucht man einfach so einen Zuspruch, wie man ihn in diesem Buch bekommt. Das Buch ist in drei Teile geteilt, 'worth', 'vision' und 'uplift'. Besonders der dritte Teil hat mir sehr gut gefallen, da es wie ein Schubser in die richtige Richtung ist. Ich werde auf jeden Fall immer mal wieder Mut aus diesem Buch schöpfen!

[Genaper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful words, it help my self to push forward and positive in life.

[Denise C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Touched me from page 1.

[Millard Latimer]

This isn't the book that I read. What I actually read was "Permission to be Gentle: 7 Self Love Affirmations for the Highly Sensitive" by Marise Cardin. Her book isn't on goodreads so I'm using this as a placeholder. It was a 4/5. I will read this book and come back for a real review.