Mentors Like Emily Esfahani Smith
Emily Esfahani Smith is an author known for her work on meaning and purpose in life. If you follow Emily Esfahani Smith, these are the 24 most similar thought leaders we track, matched by profile similarity and ranked by their Modern Mentor AI credibility rating.

Susan Peirce Thompson PhD
Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D. is an expert in the psychology of eating and the founder of Bright Line Eating Solutions.
Credibility rating: 377/1000

Kristin Neff
Kristin Neff is a pioneering researcher in self-compassion and an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin.
Credibility rating: 232/1000

Brianna Wiest
Brianna Wiest is an international bestselling author known for her impactful essays and self-help books.
Credibility rating: 132/1000

Sarah Jakes Roberts
Sarah Jakes Roberts is a bestselling author and entrepreneur focused on empowering women.
Credibility rating: 121/1000

Daniel Goleman
Daniel Goleman is a psychologist and author known for his work on emotional intelligence.
Credibility rating: 99/1000

Lynne McTaggart
Influential author and speaker on new science and consciousness, Lynne McTaggart also leads a global intentions experiment.
Credibility rating: 98/1000

Steve Magness
Steve Magness is an expert in performance and well-being, known for his coaching and bestselling books.
Credibility rating: 48/1000

Dr Sue Morter
Dr. Sue Morter is known for her work in energy medicine and authoring 'The Energy Codes.'
Credibility rating: 46/1000

Martha Beck
Martha Beck is an American author, life coach, speaker, and sociologist.
Credibility rating: 43/1000

Valorie Burton
Valorie Burton is a bestselling author and life coach focused on helping individuals achieve personal and professional growth.
Credibility rating: 40/1000

Ruth Haley Barton
Ruth Haley Barton is an author known for her work in spiritual formation and personal growth.
Credibility rating: 39/1000

Janet Bray Attwood
Janet Bray Attwood is a co-author of bestselling self-help books and a transformational leader.
Credibility rating: 36/1000

Sarah Davis
Life coach and author of ADHD self-help books based on scientific research and personal experience.
Credibility rating: 36/1000

Ashley L. Peterson
Ashley L. Peterson is a mental health advocate and author with a background in nursing and pharmacy.
Credibility rating: 35/1000

Kim Smith
Kim Smith is a writer and co-author known for her work in health and personal development.
Credibility rating: 33/1000

Amy Harper
Amy Harper is a self-development and relationship counselor with a strong psychology background.
Credibility rating: 33/1000

Jeremy Adam Smith
Writer and editor specializing in parenting, science, and culture, with award-winning journalism and multiple books.
Credibility rating: 32/1000


Kelsey Blackwell
Kelsey Blackwell is a cultural somatics practitioner focused on empowering women of color.
Credibility rating: 30/1000

Lisa J. Miller
Lisa J. Miller, Ph.D., is a leading expert in psychology and spirituality at Columbia University.
Credibility rating: 29/1000

Susan David
Susan David is a psychologist and author known for her work in emotional agility and leadership.
Credibility rating: 28/1000

Dr. Anita Phillips
Dr. Anita Phillips is a trauma therapist and author known for her work in mental health and faith.
Credibility rating: 23/1000

Joe P. Smith
Meditation enthusiast creates guides for a balanced life and self-discovery through chakra meditation techniques.
Credibility rating: 23/1000
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