Question: Got any ideas for self-help type books that can help me snuff out the negative chatter? – Alli, New York, NY

Jenny says: Oh Alli, do I! Ya, the negative chatter is something I know all too well. Sounds like you are ready to quiet the monkey mind and tell the inner critic to take a hike. Good for you.

Definitely take a look at Louise Hay’s work. She’s all about affirmations and healing yourself. Her seminal work is “You Can Heal Your Life.” Also look at Cheryl Richardson’s “The Art of Extreme Self-Care.” Love her and her message about loving yourself all over. Don Miguel Ruiz’s “The Mastery of Love” is hugely helpful, too. It will totally shift your perspective on relationships. Finally, check out Debbie Ford’s “The Dark Side of the Light Chasers.” You’ll learn to embrace your shadow. Powerful stuff.

Start with these and you’ll be good to go! Since you are a reader, I invite you to check out my recent blog post dedicated to some of my all-time fave books. Enjoy.