Lauri-Ann Ainsworth
is an author, writer and speaker whose work explores self-discovery and creative courage through writing, storytelling and reflection.
Her curiosity about the stories we carry has followed her through leadership, entrepreneurship, motherhood and her own creative life. Writing became a way to understand herself more deeply—a practice that helped shape her book, The Self-Love Mindset.
Today, that exploration continues through her books, essays, talks, workshops and creative experiences.
THE BOOK
The Self-Love Mindset
What does it mean to build a fulfilling life while taking care of the person living it?
In The Self-Love Mindset, I draw on my experiences of leadership, motherhood and burnout to explore how we care for ourselves, understand who we are and use what we know to contribute.
Part memoir and part practical guide, the book brings together personal stories, reflective questions and practices around self-care, self-awareness and service. It invites you to examine the expectations you’ve been living by, recognise your needs and strengths, and make choices that support both your wellbeing and what matters to you.
At its heart is a philosophy I keep returning to: Love Yourself. Know Yourself. Create Value..
MY PHILOSOPHY FOR LIVING, LEADING & CREATING
My experiences keep bringing me back to three practices.
LOVE YOURSELF
Care for the person living this life. Pay attention to what sustains you.
KNOW YOURSELF
Get curious about your stories, patterns, strengths and desires. Notice what your life is teaching you.
CREATE VALUE
Give expression to what you discover—in what you make, how you live and what you contribute.
THE SELF-WRITTEN LIFE
I write to understand what I’ve lived, question what I’ve come to believe and discover what matters to me now.
In The Self-Written Life, I share that unfolding exploration: personal stories and reflections on knowing ourselves, leading ourselves well and finding the courage to choose and create.
This is an invitation to pause, recognise something in your own experience and consider what you want to carry into the next chapter.
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Essays on becoming the author of your life.
LOVE FOR THE SELF-LOVE MINDSET
What readers are saying about The Self-Love Mindset.
“This is essential reading if you want to break free from survival patterns, unlock your true potential, and craft the life you truly deserve.”
Laura Garnett, Author of The Genius Habit
“⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Five stars. Essential reading for the conscious leader.”
Sunita Sehmi Thrive Global
“The Self-Love Mindset” is an important, insightful and inspirational business book. It is a must read for individuals, entrepreneurs and business leaders the world over.”
Holly Branson, Chief Purpose and Vision Officer, Virgin Group.