Soul-Deep Beauty
Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless

*3.5 Read for a book club with some other women. I appreciated the messaging of the book and some of the discussions we had because of the book, but I also thought it was a little repetitive at times. It also might be more helpful for someone who shares more similar struggles to the author, but does......more

This book was a much-needed read for me. It took a look at how (American) Western culture and society shapes what women so often end up striving for, and wanting (to the point of harming ourselves). It was a hard read, because I recognize in myself a lot of the patterns that she said led her to inte......more

3.5 stars, rounded down. Melissa L. Johnson writes about the harmful effects of modern American beauty standards, sharing sobering statistics, her personal story of overcoming anorexia, and encouragement for other women dealing with shame and feelings of inadequacy. She writes about how even though s......more

Such a refreshing read for someone who works in the aesthetic industry, such as myself. This was written from a tasteful, Christian, lens but can be applied to any woman. This book has inspired me to be more conscious of shame & my “why” for the decisions I make. I would recommend to anyone who is t......more