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May 15, 2026
Book: Time To Come Home
Author: Damini Grover
Publisher: Hay House Publishers (2024)
Total Pages: 280
Reviewed By: Neel Preet
In a world that constantly glorifies productivity, perfection and external validation, this incredibly-remarkable title, “Time To Come Home: Sowing The Seeds Of Self-Love For Lasting Happiness” by author Damini Grover arrives like a calm, reassuring voice cutting through the emotional noise. Rather than functioning as a conventional self-help manual overloaded with motivational slogans, this book feels deeply personal, reflective, and profoundly humane. It reads less like a lecture and more like a heartfelt conversation with someone who genuinely understands the silent exhaustion that many people carry within themselves. Through empathy, psychological insight and practical wisdom, the author creates a safe emotional space where the readers are encouraged not to fix themselves, but to reconnect with who they truly are beneath years of self-doubt, guilt and neglect.
Author Damini Grover is a counselling psychologist, life coach, and founder of I’M Powered Centre for Counselling & Well-Being in Delhi, India. With a decade of experience in mental and emotional health, she uses an eclectic therapeutic approach to empower clients globally. Damini has received prestigious awards, including the Spiritual Leader Award (2020) and the Best Mental Health Solutions Provider (2022). Her articles have appeared in leading publications, such as The Elephant Journal, The Statesman, The Guardian, and Deccan Chronicle, reflecting her passion for personal growth and empowerment. Beyond her professional pursuits, author Damini is an avid reader, writer, and dance enthusiast, inspiring others on their journey of self-discovery. Whereas, this particular title, “Time To Come Home” is published by Hay House Publishers and is released during the period of September 2024. Also, the book is available in both paperback as well as in e-book format and the readers can find this title on all the top online marketplaces.
One of the most striking aspects of this title, “Time To Come Home” lies in its emotional honesty. Author Damini Grover, drawing from her experience as a psychologist, approaches the concept of self-love with refreshing clarity and realism. She strips away the performative version of self-care often marketed in modern culture and instead focuses on the deeper emotional work required to build genuine self-worth. The book repeatedly reminds the readers that self-love is not arrogance, selfishness, or indulgence; rather it is the quiet but necessary act of acknowledging one’s humanity with compassion and respect. This distinction gives the narrative emotional maturity and makes its message feel grounded rather than idealistic.
On top of that the metaphor of “Coming Home” to oneself is beautifully woven throughout the book and becomes the emotional anchor of the reading experience. The author explores how many people spend years disconnected from their authentic selves, constantly seeking validation from relationships, careers, achievements, or societal expectations. In doing so, they gradually abandon their emotional needs and inner peace. The book gently challenges this pattern, encouraging the readers to rebuild a relationship with themselves through mindfulness, reflection, and intentional living. There is something deeply comforting about the way these ideas are presented, not with pressure or urgency, but with patience and understanding.
Another standout element of this book is its accessibility. Despite being rooted in psychological understanding, the language remains simple, warm, and conversational. Author Damini Grover avoids overwhelming the readers with technical jargon and instead focuses on making emotional healing feel achievable in everyday life. The practical exercises and reflective prompts scattered throughout the chapters are particularly effective because they are realistic and emotionally manageable. Rather than offering dramatic overnight transformations, the book advocates for small, consistent acts of self-kindness that gradually rebuild confidence, trust, and emotional resilience. This practical approach makes the book not only inspiring but genuinely useful.
Emotionally, the book resonates because it acknowledges the hidden struggles many people face but rarely discuss openly. Feelings of inadequacy, emotional burnout, people-pleasing, and the inability to prioritise one’s own happiness are explored with remarkable sensitivity. The author understands that many individuals have been conditioned to associate self-sacrifice with virtue, often at the cost of their mental and emotional well-being. Through compassionate storytelling and thoughtful observations, she invites readers to challenge these inherited beliefs and replace guilt with self-acceptance. The result is a book that feels validating without becoming emotionally heavy.
Now, upon reaching the final part of the review, i.e. the Book Verdict, we can conclude that a title like “Time To Come Home: Sowing The Seeds Of Self-Love For Lasting Happiness” is for sure a reading worthy title. The book deserves a chance by the readers as it is a thoughtful, emotionally intelligent, and deeply comforting guide for anyone seeking inner peace and emotional balance. Author Damini Grover has created more than just a motivational book; she has crafted a compassionate companion for the readers navigating self-doubt, emotional fatigue, and the longing to feel whole again. Its combination of practical wisdom, psychological insight, and heartfelt empathy makes it an essential read for those who wish to build a healthier relationship with themselves. Quietly powerful and deeply reassuring, this book reminds us that true healing often begins the moment we decide to come home to ourselves.
Moreover, the tone of the book remains consistently gentle and compassionate, which becomes one of its most healing qualities. It does not shame the readers for their emotional struggles or imply that healing must happen quickly. Instead, it honours the complexity of emotional growth and acknowledges that self-acceptance is often a lifelong process. This patience gives the book an authenticity that many self-help titles lack. It feels written not from a pedestal, but from a place of lived understanding and emotional intelligence, which truly makes this title a MUST READ one in all true sense!
Book’s Link: https://www.amazon.in/dp/8197222851
Author: Damini Grover
Publisher: Hay House Publishers (2024)
Total Pages: 280
Reviewed By: Neel Preet
In a world that constantly glorifies productivity, perfection and external validation, this incredibly-remarkable title, “Time To Come Home: Sowing The Seeds Of Self-Love For Lasting Happiness” by author Damini Grover arrives like a calm, reassuring voice cutting through the emotional noise. Rather than functioning as a conventional self-help manual overloaded with motivational slogans, this book feels deeply personal, reflective, and profoundly humane. It reads less like a lecture and more like a heartfelt conversation with someone who genuinely understands the silent exhaustion that many people carry within themselves. Through empathy, psychological insight and practical wisdom, the author creates a safe emotional space where the readers are encouraged not to fix themselves, but to reconnect with who they truly are beneath years of self-doubt, guilt and neglect.
Author Damini Grover is a counselling psychologist, life coach, and founder of I’M Powered Centre for Counselling & Well-Being in Delhi, India. With a decade of experience in mental and emotional health, she uses an eclectic therapeutic approach to empower clients globally. Damini has received prestigious awards, including the Spiritual Leader Award (2020) and the Best Mental Health Solutions Provider (2022). Her articles have appeared in leading publications, such as The Elephant Journal, The Statesman, The Guardian, and Deccan Chronicle, reflecting her passion for personal growth and empowerment. Beyond her professional pursuits, author Damini is an avid reader, writer, and dance enthusiast, inspiring others on their journey of self-discovery. Whereas, this particular title, “Time To Come Home” is published by Hay House Publishers and is released during the period of September 2024. Also, the book is available in both paperback as well as in e-book format and the readers can find this title on all the top online marketplaces.
One of the most striking aspects of this title, “Time To Come Home” lies in its emotional honesty. Author Damini Grover, drawing from her experience as a psychologist, approaches the concept of self-love with refreshing clarity and realism. She strips away the performative version of self-care often marketed in modern culture and instead focuses on the deeper emotional work required to build genuine self-worth. The book repeatedly reminds the readers that self-love is not arrogance, selfishness, or indulgence; rather it is the quiet but necessary act of acknowledging one’s humanity with compassion and respect. This distinction gives the narrative emotional maturity and makes its message feel grounded rather than idealistic.
On top of that the metaphor of “Coming Home” to oneself is beautifully woven throughout the book and becomes the emotional anchor of the reading experience. The author explores how many people spend years disconnected from their authentic selves, constantly seeking validation from relationships, careers, achievements, or societal expectations. In doing so, they gradually abandon their emotional needs and inner peace. The book gently challenges this pattern, encouraging the readers to rebuild a relationship with themselves through mindfulness, reflection, and intentional living. There is something deeply comforting about the way these ideas are presented, not with pressure or urgency, but with patience and understanding.
Another standout element of this book is its accessibility. Despite being rooted in psychological understanding, the language remains simple, warm, and conversational. Author Damini Grover avoids overwhelming the readers with technical jargon and instead focuses on making emotional healing feel achievable in everyday life. The practical exercises and reflective prompts scattered throughout the chapters are particularly effective because they are realistic and emotionally manageable. Rather than offering dramatic overnight transformations, the book advocates for small, consistent acts of self-kindness that gradually rebuild confidence, trust, and emotional resilience. This practical approach makes the book not only inspiring but genuinely useful.
Emotionally, the book resonates because it acknowledges the hidden struggles many people face but rarely discuss openly. Feelings of inadequacy, emotional burnout, people-pleasing, and the inability to prioritise one’s own happiness are explored with remarkable sensitivity. The author understands that many individuals have been conditioned to associate self-sacrifice with virtue, often at the cost of their mental and emotional well-being. Through compassionate storytelling and thoughtful observations, she invites readers to challenge these inherited beliefs and replace guilt with self-acceptance. The result is a book that feels validating without becoming emotionally heavy.
Now, upon reaching the final part of the review, i.e. the Book Verdict, we can conclude that a title like “Time To Come Home: Sowing The Seeds Of Self-Love For Lasting Happiness” is for sure a reading worthy title. The book deserves a chance by the readers as it is a thoughtful, emotionally intelligent, and deeply comforting guide for anyone seeking inner peace and emotional balance. Author Damini Grover has created more than just a motivational book; she has crafted a compassionate companion for the readers navigating self-doubt, emotional fatigue, and the longing to feel whole again. Its combination of practical wisdom, psychological insight, and heartfelt empathy makes it an essential read for those who wish to build a healthier relationship with themselves. Quietly powerful and deeply reassuring, this book reminds us that true healing often begins the moment we decide to come home to ourselves.
Moreover, the tone of the book remains consistently gentle and compassionate, which becomes one of its most healing qualities. It does not shame the readers for their emotional struggles or imply that healing must happen quickly. Instead, it honours the complexity of emotional growth and acknowledges that self-acceptance is often a lifelong process. This patience gives the book an authenticity that many self-help titles lack. It feels written not from a pedestal, but from a place of lived understanding and emotional intelligence, which truly makes this title a MUST READ one in all true sense!
Book’s Link: https://www.amazon.in/dp/8197222851
October 14, 2024
16th Book of 2024
There are many self-help books which tells us about multiple things to fix which ends up being ineffective as we tend to forget most of the pointers. There are rarely any books which focus on one aspect of many things we need to do which can itself help us solve many critical issues we are facing in our life. There’s one such book which happened to be beneficial in this aspect which I have just completed reading – “Time To Come Home” written by Damini Grover. This book published by Hay House India in around 275-pages also has a tagline- “Sowing the Seeds of Self-Love for Lasting Happiness”.
As the tagline is self-explanatory, the book talks about the benefits of bringing in the aspect and quality of self-love in our attitude and daily lives to ensure that we give prominence to ourselves before anyone else. Damini just doesn’t pick self-love out of many qualities that we must possess to chase happiness. She starts the book by helping the readers understand why self-love is important and how we end up becoming a confused and lost personality by keeping ourselves last in the last of our priority list always.
Damini’s writing skill is such that it made me tough to believe that the book has been executed by an Indian author. She has a writing style which is global that makes it relatable for readers across the world. She has chosen very friendly language to make us delve into the concept and apply it in our lives. She is a counselling psychologist herself but doesn’t complicate things by adding jargons related to several theories and chemical reactions happening within us. She keeps things simple to help readers understand how they can understand the missing patterns in their behaviour and start correcting them gradually to achieve long-lasting happiness.
Damini takes the readers through the journey in a manner that it never bores you. She has included many conversations between a psychologist and the person seeking therapy which helps us understand the mindset of the victim and relate with it. We tend to understand how we are also facing issues that one of these communicators are. It helps us concentrate more in these sections where we find things which signifies our own status quo. Similarly, there are many stories/incidents mentioned by the authoress that helps us understand the concepts well.
Rather than just providing theoretical insights, Damini also includes written exercises after important chapters that helps us recollect our thoughts and revaluate our approach and provide answers as to how we are going to improve those aspects immediately. These exercises are mind-juggling and helps us get into the groove and apply the actionable. It provides us the clear path to walk upon to achieve the ever-aspiring happiness.
There is a section where authoress mentions how even after knowing everything and being certified psychologist, even she falls into this trap now and then but she makes regular habit to get out of it by following the mentioned steps. She helps us understand how we need to treat a lot of personality issues that we have acquired from our childhood and experiences. She throws light on concepts such as reparenting where we need to nurture values again in our core system in a new way to lead a better life. She introduces us with concepts on how we can embrace gratitude and forgiveness, follow affirmations rightly, cultivate the art of authenticity and follow the journey even after achieving the goal.
Overall, this is a great book which is enough interesting for you to finish in few sittings yet I would suggest to go slow to grasp the beauty of it. I give this book 4.5* out of 5.
Thanks!
WRITING BUDDHA
There are many self-help books which tells us about multiple things to fix which ends up being ineffective as we tend to forget most of the pointers. There are rarely any books which focus on one aspect of many things we need to do which can itself help us solve many critical issues we are facing in our life. There’s one such book which happened to be beneficial in this aspect which I have just completed reading – “Time To Come Home” written by Damini Grover. This book published by Hay House India in around 275-pages also has a tagline- “Sowing the Seeds of Self-Love for Lasting Happiness”.
As the tagline is self-explanatory, the book talks about the benefits of bringing in the aspect and quality of self-love in our attitude and daily lives to ensure that we give prominence to ourselves before anyone else. Damini just doesn’t pick self-love out of many qualities that we must possess to chase happiness. She starts the book by helping the readers understand why self-love is important and how we end up becoming a confused and lost personality by keeping ourselves last in the last of our priority list always.
Damini’s writing skill is such that it made me tough to believe that the book has been executed by an Indian author. She has a writing style which is global that makes it relatable for readers across the world. She has chosen very friendly language to make us delve into the concept and apply it in our lives. She is a counselling psychologist herself but doesn’t complicate things by adding jargons related to several theories and chemical reactions happening within us. She keeps things simple to help readers understand how they can understand the missing patterns in their behaviour and start correcting them gradually to achieve long-lasting happiness.
Damini takes the readers through the journey in a manner that it never bores you. She has included many conversations between a psychologist and the person seeking therapy which helps us understand the mindset of the victim and relate with it. We tend to understand how we are also facing issues that one of these communicators are. It helps us concentrate more in these sections where we find things which signifies our own status quo. Similarly, there are many stories/incidents mentioned by the authoress that helps us understand the concepts well.
Rather than just providing theoretical insights, Damini also includes written exercises after important chapters that helps us recollect our thoughts and revaluate our approach and provide answers as to how we are going to improve those aspects immediately. These exercises are mind-juggling and helps us get into the groove and apply the actionable. It provides us the clear path to walk upon to achieve the ever-aspiring happiness.
There is a section where authoress mentions how even after knowing everything and being certified psychologist, even she falls into this trap now and then but she makes regular habit to get out of it by following the mentioned steps. She helps us understand how we need to treat a lot of personality issues that we have acquired from our childhood and experiences. She throws light on concepts such as reparenting where we need to nurture values again in our core system in a new way to lead a better life. She introduces us with concepts on how we can embrace gratitude and forgiveness, follow affirmations rightly, cultivate the art of authenticity and follow the journey even after achieving the goal.
Overall, this is a great book which is enough interesting for you to finish in few sittings yet I would suggest to go slow to grasp the beauty of it. I give this book 4.5* out of 5.
Thanks!
WRITING BUDDHA
October 22, 2024
Time to come home is an intriguing, aptly titled personal transformation and development book that harmonizes the discovery of "self-love" and healing of "inner child" as well as classifying the same as the mode of life. This book is about rediscovering who you truly are.
In a world that often prioritizes external validation over internal acceptance, the journey toward self-love can feel daunting. Personally, I have grappled with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, often questioning my worth in a society that equates success with perfection. Time to come home has taught me that the path to self-acceptance is fraught with challenges, yet it is also rich with opportunities for growth. This book is therapeutic! The way the author conveys positively encouraging messages and lets the readers explore the narrative where they are not bound to a self-limiting mindset and procrastination, is absolutely commendable. The fact that "self-love" is a much needed aspect of our life should not remain just as an idea but rather as a permanent position is written beautifully. The concepts of Reparenting, self- affirmations and resistance and awareness were absolutely new to me and it definitely made an intriguing positive impact.
One of the key themes in "Time to Come Home" is understanding the root causes of our reluctance to embrace self-love. There are several conversations and case studies that Damini Grover has conveyed that extensively talks about it. These have a profoundly deep and insightful navigation to ultimately leverage your efforts and dedication towards yourself. With the involvement of multiple exercises (writing prompts) to help you sift through the gravels of unbalanced emotions and dismantle overwhelming overthinking and fine-tune your healing frequency, this book doesn't let you down in any manner. Her words will strike a cord of seamless understanding and recognition of prioritising your happiness and fulfillment so we are in better control of our emotions and feelings.
It's high time that we learn to process our unmet feelings instead of chasing the false sense of negatively bounding security. Let us surround ourselves with love, appreciation and happiness. Surely there aren't any shortcuts but it is a powerful journey that will break the cycle of fear, unease, rejection, anger, undermining, self- sabotage, and helplessness. I am wholeheartedly grateful to the author who chose to bring this book to life for inspiring others who desperately wish to love themselves but are afraid of it being "selfish and unworthy." It will be their calling. Their beacon of hope and positivity.
To those who are navigating similar struggles, I encourage you to read this book. This entire reading experience has reshaped my perspective, encouraging me to prioritize self-compassion and self-love over societal expectations. And this journey is not just about overcoming doubts and uncertainties; it’s about recognizing our inherent worth and reclaiming control over our happiness and fulfillment.
In a world that often prioritizes external validation over internal acceptance, the journey toward self-love can feel daunting. Personally, I have grappled with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, often questioning my worth in a society that equates success with perfection. Time to come home has taught me that the path to self-acceptance is fraught with challenges, yet it is also rich with opportunities for growth. This book is therapeutic! The way the author conveys positively encouraging messages and lets the readers explore the narrative where they are not bound to a self-limiting mindset and procrastination, is absolutely commendable. The fact that "self-love" is a much needed aspect of our life should not remain just as an idea but rather as a permanent position is written beautifully. The concepts of Reparenting, self- affirmations and resistance and awareness were absolutely new to me and it definitely made an intriguing positive impact.
One of the key themes in "Time to Come Home" is understanding the root causes of our reluctance to embrace self-love. There are several conversations and case studies that Damini Grover has conveyed that extensively talks about it. These have a profoundly deep and insightful navigation to ultimately leverage your efforts and dedication towards yourself. With the involvement of multiple exercises (writing prompts) to help you sift through the gravels of unbalanced emotions and dismantle overwhelming overthinking and fine-tune your healing frequency, this book doesn't let you down in any manner. Her words will strike a cord of seamless understanding and recognition of prioritising your happiness and fulfillment so we are in better control of our emotions and feelings.
It's high time that we learn to process our unmet feelings instead of chasing the false sense of negatively bounding security. Let us surround ourselves with love, appreciation and happiness. Surely there aren't any shortcuts but it is a powerful journey that will break the cycle of fear, unease, rejection, anger, undermining, self- sabotage, and helplessness. I am wholeheartedly grateful to the author who chose to bring this book to life for inspiring others who desperately wish to love themselves but are afraid of it being "selfish and unworthy." It will be their calling. Their beacon of hope and positivity.
To those who are navigating similar struggles, I encourage you to read this book. This entire reading experience has reshaped my perspective, encouraging me to prioritize self-compassion and self-love over societal expectations. And this journey is not just about overcoming doubts and uncertainties; it’s about recognizing our inherent worth and reclaiming control over our happiness and fulfillment.
November 26, 2024
I absolutely loved reading Time to Come Home by Damini Grover, and it felt like the book came into my life at just the right time. The way Damini approaches self-love is so real and relatable—it’s not one of those "quick-fix" guides that just skims the surface. It’s deep, insightful, and really makes you think about the relationship you have with yourself.
What struck me the most was how Damini simplifies the complexities of self-love without watering down its importance. I especially enjoyed the sections where she talks about "Unblocking Self-Love" and "The Anatomy of Self-Love." They helped me understand why it’s so hard to love ourselves fully and how our own minds can be our biggest obstacles. I loved how she spoke with such clarity about the misconceptions we have around self-love, making me realize how much I’ve been unconsciously holding myself back.
Another thing I found incredibly helpful was her exercises and reflections. They weren’t overly complicated, but rather, they felt like gentle nudges, guiding me to connect with my inner child and reframe how I think about myself. There’s something so empowering about how she shows us that self-love isn’t about being perfect—it’s about embracing the messy, imperfect parts of ourselves.
The part on "Forgiving Yourself" was particularly moving for me. I didn’t realize how much unresolved guilt I was carrying, and reading her words felt like being wrapped in a comforting hug. I also loved how the book emphasized that self-love isn’t selfish but essential for living a fulfilled life. It reminded me that when we nurture ourselves, we’re better equipped to love others wholeheartedly.
This book isn’t just a read—it’s an experience. It’s warm, conversational, and feels like a friend holding your hand through the ups and downs of learning to love yourself. Damini doesn’t preach or give you a formula; instead, she invites you on a journey. By the end of it, I felt lighter, more hopeful, and a little more forgiving towards myself.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling "not enough," this book is a must-read. I know I’ll be returning to it whenever I need a little reminder to be kinder to myself.
What struck me the most was how Damini simplifies the complexities of self-love without watering down its importance. I especially enjoyed the sections where she talks about "Unblocking Self-Love" and "The Anatomy of Self-Love." They helped me understand why it’s so hard to love ourselves fully and how our own minds can be our biggest obstacles. I loved how she spoke with such clarity about the misconceptions we have around self-love, making me realize how much I’ve been unconsciously holding myself back.
Another thing I found incredibly helpful was her exercises and reflections. They weren’t overly complicated, but rather, they felt like gentle nudges, guiding me to connect with my inner child and reframe how I think about myself. There’s something so empowering about how she shows us that self-love isn’t about being perfect—it’s about embracing the messy, imperfect parts of ourselves.
The part on "Forgiving Yourself" was particularly moving for me. I didn’t realize how much unresolved guilt I was carrying, and reading her words felt like being wrapped in a comforting hug. I also loved how the book emphasized that self-love isn’t selfish but essential for living a fulfilled life. It reminded me that when we nurture ourselves, we’re better equipped to love others wholeheartedly.
This book isn’t just a read—it’s an experience. It’s warm, conversational, and feels like a friend holding your hand through the ups and downs of learning to love yourself. Damini doesn’t preach or give you a formula; instead, she invites you on a journey. By the end of it, I felt lighter, more hopeful, and a little more forgiving towards myself.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling "not enough," this book is a must-read. I know I’ll be returning to it whenever I need a little reminder to be kinder to myself.
November 14, 2024
Time to Come Home by Damini Grover offers an insightful and practical guide to discovering self-love as a foundation for overall well-being. Through relatable stories and exercises, Grover invites readers to challenge cultural myths about self-love, like the notion that it’s selfish or vain. Instead, she presents it as a nurturing, empowering practice that strengthens emotional resilience and fosters a balanced life.
The book’s early chapters define self-love as a transformative practice and explore its core components: self-awareness, self-respect, self-appreciation, and self-compassion. Grover guides readers through reflective activities to reveal habits and beliefs that often block self-love, such as guilt, perfectionism, and the habit of comparing oneself to others. By understanding and reframing these tendencies, readers can cultivate a self-compassionate mindset that allows them to move beyond external validation and societal expectations. Grover’s tone is empathetic and conversational, making her insights feel accessible and grounded in real-life experiences.
One of the book’s strengths is its balanced approach, emphasizing that self-love doesn’t mean neglecting others but rather fosters healthier, more genuine relationships by enabling us to show up fully as ourselves. Grover addresses common struggles people face, like setting boundaries and coping with the pressure to “prove” oneself, which resonate universally.
Overall, Time to Come Home is a valuable and transformative resource for anyone on a journey to reconnect with themselves in a meaningful way. Grover’s compassionate perspective and practical guidance make this book both inspiring and easy to apply in daily life, helping readers embrace a sustainable path to self-acceptance and growth.
The book’s early chapters define self-love as a transformative practice and explore its core components: self-awareness, self-respect, self-appreciation, and self-compassion. Grover guides readers through reflective activities to reveal habits and beliefs that often block self-love, such as guilt, perfectionism, and the habit of comparing oneself to others. By understanding and reframing these tendencies, readers can cultivate a self-compassionate mindset that allows them to move beyond external validation and societal expectations. Grover’s tone is empathetic and conversational, making her insights feel accessible and grounded in real-life experiences.
One of the book’s strengths is its balanced approach, emphasizing that self-love doesn’t mean neglecting others but rather fosters healthier, more genuine relationships by enabling us to show up fully as ourselves. Grover addresses common struggles people face, like setting boundaries and coping with the pressure to “prove” oneself, which resonate universally.
Overall, Time to Come Home is a valuable and transformative resource for anyone on a journey to reconnect with themselves in a meaningful way. Grover’s compassionate perspective and practical guidance make this book both inspiring and easy to apply in daily life, helping readers embrace a sustainable path to self-acceptance and growth.
November 4, 2024
"Self-love is the source of all our other loves." – Pierre Corneille
Struggling to love yourself is common. After reading -“The Intentional Being”, I was excited to explore Damini Grover’s latest book, “Time to Come Home”, about self-love.
Damini Grover, a Counselling Psychologist, brings over ten years of experience in this book, thus focusing on understanding and integrating self-love in our daily lives for lasting happiness.
While many books address self-love, I would say her work is clear and accessible. She provides research-backed insights, and felt very good reading them and acquiring knowledge that emphasizing how childhood experiences shape self-worth and encouraging self-awareness to foster healthier relationships.
There are 10 chapters across 280 pages, each divided into a couple of sub-chapters, that point out how to cultivate self-love and that it starts with self-respect and acceptance, which can be learned. The chapters step by step explains that self-criticism often comes from early beliefs. Her insights reminded me of Dr. Gabor Maté’s work on authenticity. I follow his interviews and currently reading one of his works too. This is why I really liked this book as well as I was able to correlate.
It highlights sleep, nutrition, and exercise as essential for mental well-being. Her journaling prompts also foster mindfulness and clarity, guiding readers like us toward self-care and mental wellness.
Altogether, this is such an impactful book though everything is kept to the point and easy to understand and apply. Moreover the chapters are not overloaded with too many scientist notions that may come as arduous for new readers. The writing is clear and concise. I highly recommend it for anyone seeking self-love. Available on Amazon and bookstores.
Struggling to love yourself is common. After reading -“The Intentional Being”, I was excited to explore Damini Grover’s latest book, “Time to Come Home”, about self-love.
Damini Grover, a Counselling Psychologist, brings over ten years of experience in this book, thus focusing on understanding and integrating self-love in our daily lives for lasting happiness.
While many books address self-love, I would say her work is clear and accessible. She provides research-backed insights, and felt very good reading them and acquiring knowledge that emphasizing how childhood experiences shape self-worth and encouraging self-awareness to foster healthier relationships.
There are 10 chapters across 280 pages, each divided into a couple of sub-chapters, that point out how to cultivate self-love and that it starts with self-respect and acceptance, which can be learned. The chapters step by step explains that self-criticism often comes from early beliefs. Her insights reminded me of Dr. Gabor Maté’s work on authenticity. I follow his interviews and currently reading one of his works too. This is why I really liked this book as well as I was able to correlate.
It highlights sleep, nutrition, and exercise as essential for mental well-being. Her journaling prompts also foster mindfulness and clarity, guiding readers like us toward self-care and mental wellness.
Altogether, this is such an impactful book though everything is kept to the point and easy to understand and apply. Moreover the chapters are not overloaded with too many scientist notions that may come as arduous for new readers. The writing is clear and concise. I highly recommend it for anyone seeking self-love. Available on Amazon and bookstores.
November 7, 2025
Time to Come Home by Damini Grover is a rare book that feels less like advice and more like a gentle, much-needed conversation. In a world constantly demanding our energy, this guide powerfully reminds us that the person we most often neglect is ourselves. As a psychologist, Grover moves beyond self-help clichés, blending practical psychology with deep empathy to help readers rediscover the self they’ve long ignored. It’s not about ego; it’s about mindful reflection and daily practices that fundamentally rebuild self-trust and self-respect.
What makes this book a gem is its deep human touch—every insight encourages you to replace guilt with compassion. It provides the guidance of a trusted mentor, offering simple exercises to help you find your way back to your authentic self. If you are emotionally exhausted and ready to build a lasting foundation of peace and balance, this book is an essential must-read.
What makes this book a gem is its deep human touch—every insight encourages you to replace guilt with compassion. It provides the guidance of a trusted mentor, offering simple exercises to help you find your way back to your authentic self. If you are emotionally exhausted and ready to build a lasting foundation of peace and balance, this book is an essential must-read.
October 18, 2024
Time To Come Home by Damini Grover is a treatise that defines the healing power of self-love. Damini Grover spells out our homecoming in this tiny yet power-packed book.
Spread across a little over 200 pages, this book makes for a swift read. And it retraces our journey inwards and onwards. The reason being this journey within is the real secret door to our success in all spheres of life. Through well-chalked out chapters and simple language, Grover gives us the ability and the power to see ourselves for who we truly are. Hers is a step-by-step guidance with immense ease in approach. And while doing so she makes sure to busts the myths related to self-love and drop truth bombs as she goes deeper into the narrative. ©
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Spread across a little over 200 pages, this book makes for a swift read. And it retraces our journey inwards and onwards. The reason being this journey within is the real secret door to our success in all spheres of life. Through well-chalked out chapters and simple language, Grover gives us the ability and the power to see ourselves for who we truly are. Hers is a step-by-step guidance with immense ease in approach. And while doing so she makes sure to busts the myths related to self-love and drop truth bombs as she goes deeper into the narrative. ©
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December 20, 2025
📍A gentle reminder to return to yourself. ♥️
A calm and reflective book that encourages slowing down, listening inward, and reconnecting with your true self.
Author's writing feels like a quiet conversation that brings comfort and clarity.
If you’re feeling tired, disconnected, or lost in routine, this book will resonate.
It’s perfect for readers going through transitions, emotional exhaustion, or a phase of self-reflection.
Anyone who enjoys soft, mindful writing that focuses on inner awareness and emotional grounding will find this book meaningful.
A calm and reflective book that encourages slowing down, listening inward, and reconnecting with your true self.
Author's writing feels like a quiet conversation that brings comfort and clarity.
If you’re feeling tired, disconnected, or lost in routine, this book will resonate.
It’s perfect for readers going through transitions, emotional exhaustion, or a phase of self-reflection.
Anyone who enjoys soft, mindful writing that focuses on inner awareness and emotional grounding will find this book meaningful.
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