Recommended Resources

The Girl Guide covers a wide range of topics as it goes through the skills and tools needed when you make that journey toward your authentic self. But there are so many things still to discuss. It is merely the beginning.

The recommended readings provide more information on empowerment, bullying, stress, mental health concerns, and risky behaviors.

Empowerment and Inspiration

Sometimes you just need a little inspiration and guidance. The following books are filled with advice, strategies, and stories that inspire:

images  The Struggle to Be Strong: True Stories by Teens About Overcoming Tough Times edited by Al Desetta and Sybil Wolin

images  The Girls’ Book of Wisdom: Empowering, Inspirational Quotes From Over 400 Fabulous Females edited by Catherine Dee

images  Help Yourself for Teens: Real-Life Advice for Real-Life Challenges by Dave Pelzer

images  Chocolate for a Teen’s Soul: Life-Changing Stories for Young Women About Growing Wise and Growing Strong by Kay Allenbaugh

Stress, Anxiety, and Depression

Girls and emotions go hand in hand at any age, especially during adolescence. The following books offer practical advice for dealing with everything from anxiety and stress to depression:

images  Dealing With the Stuff That Makes Life Tough: The 10 Things That Stress Girls Out and How to Cope With Them by Jill Zimmerman Rutledge

images  Smart Teens’ Guide to Living With Intensity: How to Get More Out of Life and Learning by Lisa Rivero

images  The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness Skills to Help You Deal With Stress by Gina M. Biegel

images  The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal With Anxiety and Worry by Lisa M. Schab

images  Beyond the Blues: A Workbook to Help Teens Overcome Depression by Lisa M. Schab

Dealing With the Hard Stuff

The teen years are often characterized with risky choices and hard decisions. The following books can help with everything from the evolving mother-daughter relationship, to relationships and dating, to bullying and more:

images  The Truth About Dating, Love, and Just Being Friends by Chad Eastham

images  Teen Love: On Relationships: A Book for Teenagers by Kimberly Kirberger

images  In Love and in Danger: A Teen’s Guide to Breaking Free of Abusive Relationships by Barrie Levy

images  Between Mother and Daughter: A Teenager and Her Mom Share the Secrets of a Strong Relationship by Judy Ford and Amanda Ford

images  Girl Wars: 12 Strategies That Will End Female Bullying by Cheryl Dellasega and Charisse Nixon