4 SELF-HELP TITLES THE EXPECTATION EFFECT

FOR A MIND-FRIENDLY SHELF

HOW TO DO THE WORK

Dr Nicole Lepera, £16.99

(Orion, March 2021) On Instagram, where she has more than 4 million followers, you might know her as The Holistic Psychologist. An experienced clinical psychologist, Dr Lepera serves up a ‘manifesto for self-healing’ and the tools needed to break free from self-sabotaging cycles in this compassionate, practical and thoroughly well-researched read.

I WISH I KNEW THIS EARLIER

Toni Tone, £7.99 (Harpercollins, October 2021)

The little pink book of life lessons from a big sister. Tone’s biggest take-home is the importance of self-respect and personal growth in any relationship, and she applies her philosophy to dating, relationships and heartbreak. Comfort zones, healthy boundaries and a sprinkling of common sense; chicken soup for the era of ghosting.

David Robson, £18.99 (Canongate, January 2022)

Not in the market for manifesting? This is different. Veteran science writer Robson digs into the evidence behind magical thinking – and how we can all incorporate it into the everyday grind. Looking beyond medical placebos, he covers sleep, intelligence, learning, ageing and exercise. Even sceptics will be captivated.

GROW

Frankie Bridge, £18.99 (Octopus, August 2021)

Part memoir, part manual, the former singer and WH cover star works alongside psychiatrist Dr Mike Mcphillips and psychologist Maleha Khan to unpack the problems she and many other mothers have experienced. Touching and honest, this hugely relatable book weaves in advice from paediatrician Dr Ed Abrahamson.