“In retrospect, I never thought of myself as conceited - I never even wore makeup or styled my hair until I was an adult - but having Bell's Palsy made me hyper-aware of the way I looked. I became completely depressed, never wanting to get out of bed or even answer the phone.”

American author, motivational speaker, and blogger

Rachel Hollis is an American author, motivational speaker, and blogger. She is known for her self-help writing, especially the books Girl, Wash Your Face and Girl, Stop Apologizing. Her work centers on personal growth and encouragement, and she has built a large audience through books and blogging as well as speaking. The tone of her writing is direct and practical, aimed at helping readers think about motivation, confidence, and everyday change.