self-esteem in women

"Working women today are better educated and more well qualified than ever before. Yet men still predominate in the corporate world. In The Confidence Code, Claire Shipman and Katty Kay argue that the key reason is confidence. Combining cutting-edge research in genetics, gender, behavior, and cognition--with examples from their own lives and those of other successful women in politics, media, and business--Kay and Shipman go beyond admonishing women to "lean in."Instead, they offer the inspiration and practical advice women need to close the gap and achieve the careers they want and deserve" --.

The author chronicles her effort to avoid looking at her body in a mirror for an entire year, revealing how the journey allowed her to rediscover her sense of true beauty.

Television's Judge Judy shares the lessons she has learned on and off the bench about the self-destructive behaviors of women.

Discusses the everday challenges, obstacles, and dilemmas that African-American women face, and teaches women to regard each struggle as a learning experience that can help them grow.

"For every girl who's ever endured a long, hot urban summer on her own, Slightly Single is the summer breeze you've been waiting for!"--back cover.

Contains nine essays in which the author examines the myths, ideologies, and pathologies of the modern female body, exploring society's fascination with food, hunger, desire, and control, and its effects on women's lives.

Discusses the psychological impact of health and beauty issues on women, calling for greater self-acceptance and covering such topics as eating disorders, cosmetic surgery, and the fashion industry.

A collection of quotes, essays, and stories that explain why people should not be obsessed with their weight and should learn to love themselves because of who they are, not what they look like.