Summary of The Confidence Code for Girls

The Confidence Code for Girls is a book by authors Katty Kay and Claire Shipman, both journalists for BBC and ABC News. It is designed to help build young girls the skills to become more confident in their lives. The book focuses on four parts: confidence building, the power of permission, finding your voice, and delving into failure. As part of the book's confidence building advice and techniques, the authors offer an exploration into positive body image, the importance of mentors, and problem solving. Additionally, the power of permission helps girls learn to break expectations of society, find their voice by becoming clear communicators, and delve into failure as part of growth and learning. The authors also provide advice on how to find balance, peace, and joy, emphasizing that confidence is not a switch but a journey.