“I’ve worked as a creativity coach for more than thirty-five years. What do I wish the most for my clients? That they would trust themselves more! How much time passes in doubt and dismay. How much they need Mary Jane Ryan’s eloquent Trust Yourself, which provides the wise, heartfelt guidance we all need in these tense, turbulent times. Highly recommended!”
—Eric Maisel, author of Parents Who Bully

“M.J. Ryan’s Trust Yourself is both a permission slip and a map. It is full of anecdotes, quotes, and wisdom from the ages that will guide you to a new room in your heart where you allow yourself to listen deeply to—and follow intently—everything that is true for YOU. Trust me; this book is your next step to greater freedom, ease, and alignment in your life!”
—Sherry Richert Belul, author of Say It Now and founder of Simply Celebrate

“A simple, easy-to-read guide on the wisdom of practising self-trust. Every page is gold. With many examples, M.J. Ryan reveals our beautiful humanity to us, making us soften towards our own messiness. Through her encouraging words and her manner, we understand how to cultivate the trust we desperately desire.”
—Andrea Menard, author of Seeds from the Sacred Feminine Wisdom Cards

“Once you learn to truly trust your judgment, a great many benefits follow. Trust Yourself shows you how. Read this book if you want to stop feeling overwhelmed and replace that with a decisiveness that leads to peace and prosperity.”
—Michael Tougias, New York Times bestselling author of No Will Set You Free and Extreme Survival: Lessons From Those Who Have Triumphed Against All Odds

“M.J. Ryan’s book, Trust Yourself, grabbed my attention immediately. It’s pithy, practical, real in every way, and a doggone good handbook for changing one’s life in an ever-so-important way. That she weaves her thoughts together with terrific quotes by folks, known and unknown, offers a touch of additional gentle guidance. I’d recommend this book to anyone who is seeking to know themselves better and trust themselves more. You can’t go wrong here.”
—Karen Casey, PhD, author of Each Day a New Beginning and many more: www.womens-spirituality.com

“Mary Jane Ryan’s inspiring book, Trust Yourself, reminds us we are enough. She offers a clear path for building self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-reliance in ways that will help YOU to trust yourself during these complex times we are living in. Self-trust changes everything for the better! If you want to be uplifted and inspired, read this book and take action flowing from its wise and caring guidance.”
—Lynda Monk, coauthor of The Great Book of Journaling and Affirmations for Self-Love Journal

“In her beautifully researched book Trust Yourself, M.J. Ryan gives readers a wealth of information, vulnerable and encouraging personal stories, and a treasure trove of practical how-to’s. I was blessed to have M.J. Ryan as my first professional editor. Her insightful expertise, coupled with unwavering kindness and tutorial skill, taught me to trust myself as a writer. If self-trust is your desire, I know from personal experience M.J.’s wisdom and know-how can help you acquire it.”
—Sue Patton Thoele, author of The Courage to Be Yourself, The Woman’s Book of Strength, and How to Stay Upbeat in a Beat Down World

“Trust Yourself is the go-to guide to learning how to wrap yourself in the warm embrace of self-love. This book is filled with soul-lifting anecdotes and inspiring quotes all woven together with the wisdom of M.J. Ryan, an internationally renowned expert on change and executive coach. She awakens us to the empowering practice of truly believing in ourselves and trusting our intuition. M.J. gently takes our hands and leads the way to the assurance that we are all perfectly imperfect in our own beautiful and unique way!”
—Angela LoMenzo, author of Wisdom of Wildly Creative Women

"Cultivating genuine self-trust is at the heart of living and loving fully. In Trust Yourself, M. J. Ryan not only shows us how, she gives us the confidence to take the necessary steps."

—Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance

★ A work by M. J. Ryan, the bestselling author of over one million copies, renowned happiness coach, leader in positive thinking, change expert, and inspirational speaker, and the author of “Attitudes of Gratitude”! Her books have collectively sold more than 1.75 million copies to date!

M. J. Ryan’s body of work includes:
“How to Survive Change You Didn't Ask For: Bounce Back, Find Calm in Chaos and Reinvent Yourself (2nd Edition)”
“ Trust Yourself: Growing Your Self-Awareness, Self-Confidence, and Self-Reliance ”
“The Power of Patience: How This Old-Fashioned Virtue Can Improve Your Life”
“The Happiness Makeover: Overcome Stress and Negativity to Become a Hopeful, Happy Person ”
“Attitudes of Gratitude: How to Give and Receive Joy Every Day of Your Life (3rd Edition)”

★This inspiring guide, written by a renowned author and executive coach, gently yet powerfully helps readers tap into their inner wisdom and reap the rewards of trusting themselves.
★Highly praised by Dr. Karen Casey, a celebrated motivational speaker and bestselling author of books such as “Every Day Is a New Beginning,” and Eric Maisel, author of “Reimagining Your Life” and “Why Smart People Hurt Themselves,” among others.

Stop letting life and external forces dictate your path; don’t allow yourself to be weighed down. Learn how to set aside worry and self-doubt, and begin listening to your own inner voice.

“Trust yourself, and you will know how to live”—Goethe.
We live in an age saturated with media messages and so-called expert advice, all urging us to be richer, slimmer, smarter, and more agile. Yet you don’t have to fall victim to others’ opinions. International change specialist and executive coach M. J. Ryan, with her warm and distinctive approach, invites us to view life from a fresh perspective.
Imagine what our lives could be like if we embraced self-trust and opened ourselves to the gifts it brings. This book will help you unlock your inner wisdom by cultivating self-awareness, confidence, and independence.

◎ A self-affirming, life‑coaching guide.
Learn how to quiet both the inner and outer critics and trust yourself. If you accept that we learn through trial and error; if you believe everyone has unique strengths and no one needs to possess them all; if you recognize that labels only hold us back—then your confidence will grow, your worries will shrink, and you’ll find happiness and success with greater ease.

◎ A love letter to yourself.
This book is a celebration of our inherent strengths, encouraging you to discover your inner power, overcome challenges, and achieve success.

◎ Within these pages, you’ll also find:
Positive affirmations and heartwarming anecdotes
Insightful, thought‑provoking quotes from influential historical and cultural figures of the past century
Genuine, heartfelt wisdom that is both healing and empowering

M. J. Ryan
M. J. Ryan is an internationally renowned change expert and executive coach, a happiness mentor who spreads gratitude and a positive mindset around the world, an entrepreneur who inspires women to “lean in,” and a bestselling author whose works on gratitude and well-being have sold over 1.75 million copies (as of 2021).
As a member of the International Coaching Federation, Ryan provides guidance on life purpose and leadership to individuals and groups worldwide. She serves senior executives and entrepreneurs globally, helping them accelerate both business success and personal fulfillment. Drawing on her hands-on experience as a corporate CEO, she integrates neuroscience, positive psychology, and asset-based learning to help clients and readers achieve their goals with greater ease. Her clients include such prestigious organizations as Royal Dutch Shell, Microsoft, Time Inc., the U.S. military, and Aon Hewitt. She is a partner at the Levo League professional network and the chief entrepreneurship coach at SheEO, an organization that offers women entrepreneurs innovative financing and support models.
Ryan is the founder of Conari Press, a renowned publisher of motivational and inspirational works, and one of the creators of The New York Times’ popular “Random Acts of Kindness” series. She has published nearly twenty books, including bestsellers such as “What I Will Do This Year,” “The Joy of Beauty” (nominated for the 2005 Better Life Book Award in the How-To category), “The Power of Patience,” “The Miracle of Gratitude,” “The Heart of Giving,” “Believe in Yourself,” and “The Habit Shift: 81 Game-Changing Mantras to Help You Achieve Your Goals with Intention.” By some estimates, her books have sold more than 1.75 million copies! Her articles and writings have appeared in over a thousand newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Health, Family Circle, Woman’s Day, Country Living, Metropolis, and Yoga Journal.
In 2000, Ryan joined Professional Thinking Partners (PTP), an asset-focused consulting firm specializing in maximizing individual and team thinking and learning. Dubbed a “human achievement expert,” she coaches high‑performing executives, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams around the globe. As a member of the International Coaching Federation, she serves as a contributing editor for Health & Wellness and has appeared on The Today Show, CNN, and hundreds of radio programs.
She delivers speeches and leads workshops across the country, including at Marble Collegiate Church in New York, Thanksgiving Square in Dallas, Crossroads Center in Chicago, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Massachusetts, Esalen Institute in Big Sur, Robert Redford’s Sundance Resort in Utah, and the New Humanity Alliance founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Óscar Arias, among others.

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Let’s revisit why the “Random Acts of Kindness” series caused such a stir. The first book in the series was published by Conari in 1993, striking a chord with people everywhere. Since then, the kindness movement has grown into a powerful force for good. Its unprecedented success not only inspired countless individuals to become kinder but also led Congress to declare National Random Acts of Kindness Week in February 1995 and gave rise to The New York Times’ celebrated “Random Acts of Kindness” feature series.
When the adult edition of “Random Acts of Kindness” was first released, hundreds of teachers across the country assigned students the task of writing about acts of kindness they had experienced or initiated. Teachers sent these essays to Conari Press, which then began soliciting similar stories in teacher magazines. The flood of submissions eventually gave birth to “Kids’ Random Acts of Kindness.” From wildly imaginative and delightfully whimsical to deeply moving, this book can help you rediscover your faith in humanity’s capacity for both good and evil.
“Random Acts of Kindness” is the inspiration behind this global movement and a balm for an exhausted world. With its true stories, thought‑provoking quotes, and practical advice on generosity, it should encourage you to live with greater compassion and become a kinder person.