The authors of books on self-development promise to change your life for the better. As the so-called gurus usually advise, you should only follow a \"series of simple steps.\" For many years, journalist Marianna Paver was fascinated by books about

self-realization, but one day I realized that dreams of a perfect life without debt, anxiety, sleepless nights, hangovers or Netflix series and reality are completely different. Marianna promised herself to read a book on self-development every month and follow all the advice down to the smallest details. Over the course of a year, she will study 12 guides from famous coaches and consultants to see if they really help her become happier. Marianna humorously tests herself by acting on the recommendations of the self-help industry, and also searches for an answer to the question of what it means to be a \"modern ideal woman