Six Self Help Books That Would Become Bestsellers If Only They Existed

Self-improvement for those with realistic expectations or their ability to change

Kyrie Gray
Jane Austen’s Wastebasket

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Self-help is a thriving industry. Many people want to be the best version of themselves. But not everyone. So can’t we please get some self-help guides for those of us who are okay with achieving less than our peers? We exist, so too should these books that cater to our desire to achieve the absolute minimum.

Take Your Mistakes and Never Let Yourself Forget Them Even After 20 Years

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Remember that thing you did when you were 14 that still makes you cringe? Embrace it. Hold on to it. Let it keep you up at night. Why? Because it will remind you how you’ll never be free from shame. That’s good! You won’t be afraid to take risks when you’re already filled with shame. What’s the worst that can happen? More shame? Bring it on!

Look Beautiful in 70.8 Easy Steps (And Destroy your efforts in 1)

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