Low self-esteem can affect how you see yourself, approach relationships and respond to setbacks. I have selected ten practical self-esteem and self-worth workbooks and booklets containing structured exercises rather than general advice. Whether you want to challenge self-criticism, develop self-acceptance or build confidence, these resources offer a practical place to begin.
Self-Esteem and Self-Worth Workbooks
Self-Love Workbook for Women – Megan Logan
This practical workbook uses guided exercises to help women recognise self-doubt, challenge negative beliefs and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Its warm, accessible approach makes self-love feel like something that can be practised rather than another standard to achieve.
Best for: Women experiencing low self-worth, people-pleasing, self-criticism or difficulty accepting themselves.
Bestselling Self-Love Workbook
Self-Love Workbook for Women – Megan Logan
A warm and practical workbook containing guided exercises to help women challenge self-doubt, develop self-compassion and build a healthier sense of self-worth.
- Explores self-doubt and negative beliefs
- Encourages self-acceptance and compassion
- Accessible exercises for working at your own pace
The Self-Esteem Workbook – Glenn R. Schiraldi
This structured workbook combines psychological guidance with practical exercises to develop a healthier, more stable sense of self-worth. It explores how thoughts, physical well-being, self-compassion and core beliefs can influence self-esteem, giving readers a comprehensive programme to work through gradually.
Best for: Building foundational self-esteem, challenging feelings of inadequacy and following a clear step-by-step programme.
Best for Building Self-Esteem
The Self-Esteem Workbook – Glenn R. Schiraldi
A structured workbook combining psychological guidance with practical exercises to help readers challenge feelings of inadequacy and develop a healthier, more stable sense of self-worth.
- Provides a clear step-by-step programme
- Explores thoughts, core beliefs and self-compassion
- Supports lasting self-esteem rather than quick fixes
Best Self-Esteem Workbook for Women
The Self-Esteem Workbook for Women – Megan MacCutcheon
A practical five-step workbook containing accessible exercises to help women challenge negative self-talk, recognise their strengths and develop greater confidence and inner resilience.
- Explores self-critical thoughts and emotional habits
- Helps readers recognise their strengths and achievements
- Provides structured exercises for building confidence
Self-Acceptance and Self-Worth Workbooks
The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Self-Esteem – Joe Oliver and Richard Bennett
Grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, this workbook takes a different approach to self-esteem. Rather than trying to eliminate every negative thought, these exercises help readers step back from self-critical stories, practise self-acceptance, and take action guided by their personal values.
Best for: Persistent self-doubt, negative self-talk and anyone who finds conventional confidence-building advice unhelpful.
Best for Self-Acceptance
The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Self-Esteem – Joe Oliver & Richard Bennett
An ACT-based workbook that helps readers step back from self-critical thoughts, develop self-acceptance and take meaningful action without waiting to feel completely confident first.
- Challenges unhelpful stories about the self
- Develops mindfulness and self-compassion
- Encourages action guided by personal values
The Self-Confidence Workbook – Barbara Markway and Celia Ampel
This evidence-based workbook offers a step-by-step approach to understanding self-doubt and developing greater confidence. Through practical exercises, readers learn to recognise their strengths, respond differently to anxious thoughts and take manageable steps towards goals they may previously have avoided.
Best for: Low confidence, fear of failure, social anxiety and self-doubt that leads to avoidance.
Best for Building Confidence
The Self-Confidence Workbook – Barbara Markway & Celia Ampel
An evidence-based workbook offering practical exercises to help readers understand self-doubt, recognise their strengths and take manageable steps towards greater confidence.
- Explores the thoughts and fears behind low confidence
- Helps readers identify their abilities and strengths
- Encourages gradual action towards meaningful goals
Workbooks for Self-Love
The Self-Love Workbook – Shainna Ali
This supportive workbook uses interactive activities and reflective exercises to help readers understand what self-love means in everyday life. It explores self-awareness, self-care, relationships, and emotional well-being while encouraging readers to recognise their worth without relying entirely on others’ approval.
Best for: Developing self-awareness, strengthening self-worth and creating a more caring relationship with yourself.
Best for Developing Self-Love
The Self-Love Workbook – Shainna Ali
A supportive workbook filled with interactive activities and reflective exercises to help readers develop self-awareness, recognise their worth and build a more caring relationship with themselves.
- Explores what self-love means in everyday life
- Supports self-awareness and emotional wellbeing
- Reduces reliance on approval from other people
The Gift of Self-Love – Mary Jelkovsky
This encouraging workbook combines reflective questions, practical exercises and personal stories to help readers explore self-love, confidence and body acceptance. It focuses on recognising limiting beliefs, responding more kindly to yourself and developing a sense of worth that is less dependent on appearance or external approval.
Best for: Improving body image, challenging feelings of inadequacy and developing greater self-acceptance.
Best for Body Acceptance
The Gift of Self-Love – Mary Jelkovsky
An encouraging workbook combining reflective questions, practical exercises and personal stories to help readers strengthen self-love, improve body acceptance and recognise their worth.
- Challenges limiting beliefs and feelings of inadequacy
- Supports confidence and a healthier body image
- Reduces dependence on appearance and external approval
Workbooks for Self-Compassion
The Self-Compassion Skills Workbook – Tim Desmond
This structured 14-day workbook introduces practical skills for responding to emotional pain with greater understanding and care. Drawing on mindfulness and compassion-focused practices, its short exercises help readers reduce self-judgement, manage difficult emotions and create a more supportive inner dialogue.
Best for: Self-criticism, emotional distress and readers who prefer a short, clearly structured programme.
Best Short Self-Compassion Programme
The Self-Compassion Skills Workbook – Tim Desmond
A structured 14-day workbook containing practical exercises to help readers reduce self-judgement, manage difficult emotions and develop a more supportive inner dialogue.
- Combines mindfulness with compassion-focused practices
- Uses short exercises that can be completed each day
- Supports a kinder response to emotional distress
The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook – Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer
Based on the authors’ established Mindful Self-Compassion programme, this workbook combines mindfulness exercises with practical strategies for responding to shame, failure, and emotional pain. It helps readers recognise harsh self-criticism and develop a steadier, more understanding relationship with themselves.
Best for: Perfectionism, shame, persistent self-criticism and difficulty offering yourself kindness during challenging experiences.
Best for Harsh Self-Criticism
The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook – Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer
A research-informed workbook combining mindfulness exercises with practical ways to respond more compassionately to shame, failure and emotional pain.
- Helps readers recognise harsh self-critical patterns
- Develops mindfulness and emotional self-compassion
- Supports a kinder response to mistakes and setbacks
The Self-Esteem Workbook – Anna Barnes
This accessible workbook combines CBT-based techniques with practical exercises to recognise negative thought patterns and develop greater confidence. Its straightforward format allows readers to work at their own pace while exploring the beliefs, habits and everyday experiences that influence how they feel about themselves.
Best for: Beginners who want clear guidance, manageable exercises and a practical introduction to improving self-esteem.
Best for Beginners
The Self-Esteem Workbook – Anna Barnes
An accessible workbook combining CBT-based techniques with manageable exercises to help readers recognise negative thought patterns and gradually develop greater confidence.
- Provides clear and straightforward guidance
- Explores beliefs and habits that affect self-esteem
- Can be completed gradually at your own pace
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