The Books That Brought Me Back to Myself

Leslie Mathews

Published on: 10/02/2026

Losing yourself happens quietly. This personal story explores how some books personally help me with my perfectionism, people-pleasing, and overall journey of finding myself again.

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Hi, I'm Leslie Mathews!

Licensed Therapist (MSW), EMDR Practitioner, Divorce Coach, Former Attorney, and host of Pulling Threads. She's walked this exact six weeks herself, and built this cohort to be the thing she wishes she'd had.

You Deserve to Feel at Peace Again. Whatever transition you’re facing: divorce, a breakup, or a new chapter in life, support is here. You don’t have to do it alone.

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You Deserve to Feel at Peace Again. Whatever transition you’re facing — divorce, a breakup, or a new chapter in life — support is here. You don’t have to do it alone.

Find Your Way Around