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The Book for Badass Women
(Because the Patriarchy Won’t Smash Itself): An Empowering Guide to Life for Strong Women
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This book is ideal for women seeking empowerment and inspiration to live authentically and boldly, whether they aim to approach life with grit, grace, or a mix of both. It also suits readers interested in self-help and personal development within a feminist framework.
A badass woman is whoever the heck she wants to be! Dive into this sassy little book filled with empowering tips and kick-ass quotes. Including advice on strengthening your self-confidence, going after your goals and empowering other women, these pages are brimming with tips to help you rip up society’s rule-book and go your own way.
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What is a badass woman? Whatever the heck she wants to be! Dive head first into this sassy little book filled with empowering tips and kick-ass quotes.
A badass woman is someone who follows her own path, whatever that path may be. She speaks up for what she believes in, she pursues her dreams and she isn't afraid to stay true to herself.
This book will give you all the tools you need to unleash your inner badass. Whether you want to say "no" more often, have the courage to take up physical space or free yourself from the goal of "being likable", these pages are brimming with tips to help you rip up society's rule-book and go your own way.
The chapters include advice on:
- Strengthening your self-confidence
- Standing up for what you want
- Going after your goals
- Lifting up and empowering other women
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781800071933
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 12 May 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Summersdale Publishers
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 120.0mm
Height: 158.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Harriet Dyer is a freelance writer and editor with a passionate interest in women's rights.
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