Transform your self-care journey with these empowering reads, designed to help Black women embrace the soft life and nurture their well-being. Associate editor Raquelle Querido curates a must-read list
The concept of self-care has undergone a remarkable transformation over time. Once considered a privilege reserved for the wealthy, society now recognizes its crucial role in nurturing our mental well-being.
Whether you indulge in spa treatments, savor culinary delights, or immerse yourself in wellness pursuits, the key lies in embracing a self-care routine that caters to your unique needs. For women of color, the journey towards self-care may vary, and that’s why we’ve curated a collection of ten empowering books.
Let these literary gems guide you towards achieving your soft life goals, meeting you exactly where you are.
1. ‘All The Women In My Family Sing’ — Essays on Equality, Justice, and Fredom, Edited by Deborah Santana
2. ‘Be Fearless’, by Jean Case
3. Outspoken- Why Women’s Voices Get Silenced and How to Set Them Free,’ by Veronica Rueckert
4. ‘We’re Going to Need More Wine,’ by Gabrielle Union
5. All About Love, by Bell Hooks
6. ‘Finding Me,’ by Viola Davis
7. ‘Freshwater,’ by Akwaeke Emezi
8. ‘March Forward, Girl,’ by Melba Pattillo Beals
9. ‘The Art of Gathering’ by Priya Parker
10. ‘Nightcrawling’ by Leila Mottley