About the Book
Women: it’s time to break the good girl myths that are holding you back and share your true gifts with the world.
For thousands of years, women have been taught to be “good” instead of powerful. But when we embody the good girl, we hold back their voices and gifts in a world that desperately needs female perspectives. Drawing on countless coaching sessions and conversations with female leaders, I identify five self-sabotaging tendencies (“the five Good Girl Myths”) – Rules, Harmony, Logic, Perfection, and Sacrifice – every woman must overcome to unleash her power and design a more purposeful life.
Break the Good Girl Myth is available where books, ebooks, and audiobooks are sold.
“Molfino, host of the HEROINE podcast, explores female empowerment in her zesty debut. Women searching for ways to increase their self-worth and confidence will find many gems here.” ~ Publishers Weekly
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Special group reading guide
Download an exclusive group reading guide for Break the Good Myth" and discuss your reading journey with friends and sisters–! Over 30+ discussion prompts and questions that will encourage you to go deeper, and have enriching conversations with other women who are ready to break their own good girl myths.
Take photos & videos of your book club and tag @majomolfino @harperonebooks on Instagram + use the hashtag #BreaktheGoodGirlMyth
early praise
“Majo’s words and ideas will change your life. Buy the book and discover your true potential as a woman.”
“Majo holds up a big, clear mirror to help you see your blind spots and activate your power. A must-read for any woman who is ready to design a life on her own terms.”
“Majo couples deep self-reflection with design thinking to offer valuable and timely solutions for women. If you want a more well-designed life, read this book.”
“Practically every woman I know could benefit from this book. Majo will change your thinking and your life, and make it all feel easy.”
“Inspiring! Majo’s insightful words help fortify your creative confidence so you can discover and share your gifts with the world!”
“An elegant, powerful framework for female liberation. ”
the 5 good girl myths every woman must overcome to unleash her power
Myth #4: Harmony
The tendency to seek and keep harmony instead of embracing the conflict and confrontation needed for your growth. Powers to reclaim are your voice and truth.
Unlock the key to overcoming all five myths covered in the book.
The Author
Majo Molfino helps women birth their dreams and share their gifts without quitting their day jobs.
As a recovering “good girl” and daughter of immigrants, she is the author of Break the Good Girl Myth (HarperCollins, July 28, 2020) which empowers readers to break free from their good girl conditioning and design a more purposeful life. She is also the host of the HEROINE podcast featuring award-winning authors, artists, and entrepreneurs, including Isabel Allende, Eileen Fisher, Luvvie Ajayi, and Esther Perel. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, FastCoDesign, Man Repeller, Levo League, Career Contessa, and 99U. She has a Masters in Learning, Design, and Technology from Stanford University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Cultural Studies from McGill University.
FROM OUR READERS
“When I realized I was living by the Good Girl Myth of Logic, and judging myself for my sensitivity, I could finally begin steps towards my deepest creative project of helping people find romance and love. ”
“This book has been so helpful in helping me understand my resistances and fear. I’ve even started talking to my daughter about it. I can’t thank you enough.”
