NPR

'The How' is a hopeful meditation on self-worth and healing

Yrsa Daley-Ward has taken Instagram reflections on life to book-form; she offers reminders about personal worth — affirmations and mindfulness exercises on self-love, growth and healing.
<em>The How: Notes on the Great Work of Meeting Yourself,</em> Yrsa Daley-Ward

These days, we're surrounded by advice on life.

When the world feels too heavy, many of us scroll through Instagram and feel comforted by small doses of daily inspiration from accounts like SourceMessages and Jamila Reddy.

We're used to seeing these messages on our social media feeds, but how do they translate into a book? In , Yrsa Daley-Ward brings these soothing words

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from NPR

NPR2 min read
Biden And Trump Agree To Two Debates; How Outdoor Time Can Protect Kids' Eyesight
Biden and Trump have agreed to two presidential debate dates that break from tradition. Spending time outdoors daily can protect children from myopia.
NPR4 min read
'Whale Fall' Centers The Push-and-pull Between Dreams And Responsibilities
Elizabeth O'Connor's spare and bracing debut novel provides a stark reckoning with what it means to be seen from the outside, both as a person and as a people.
NPR2 min read
Biden And Trump Will Debate In June And September. But The Terms Have Changed
President Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to events on June 27 with CNN and Sept. 10 with ABC News. They're opting out of a plan from the Commission on Presidential Debates.

Related