Martha Beck, PhD, is a best-selling author, coach, and speaker. She has spent a lifetime offering powerful, practical, and entertaining teachings that help people improve every aspect of their lives. Martha holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Her published works include more than 150 magazine articles and several self-help books and memoirs, including New York Times and international best-sellers Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, and Expecting Adam. 

Her recent book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times best seller and Oprah’s Book Club selection. Martha’s latest book, Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life’s Purpose, was an instant New York Times best seller. The founder of Wayfinder Life Coach Training, Martha is a passionate and engaging speaker, and her teachings are popular for their unique blend of science, spirituality, and humor. She also hosts two podcasts and runs a vibrant online community called Wilder.