Dare Greatly by Brene Browne
This is a great book for anyone wanting to explore how vulnerability allows for deeper connection, stronger sense of self, authenticity and cultivating joy. It explores the depths of shame culture and its impact on how we think, live and exist and what we can do to shift it.
The Art of Saying No by Damon Zahariades
The Art of Saying No is a must-read for any people-pleaser who is looking to mindfully navigate the landscape of saying no, preserving personal and professional boundaries and honoring self-care through prioritizing.
The Art of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler
In the The Art of Happiness, the Dalai Lama is interviewed by psychiatrist Howard Cutler and explores the concept that happiness is determined by one’s state of mind, rather than external conditions or events. This book is a great read for anyone wanting to explore mindfulness in action through a philosophical lens.
A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah
Unlike the rest of the books on this list, this work is personal in nature and offers deep insights on a story of resiliency and extraordinary humanity. A Long Way Gone is a memoir of Beah’s childhood as a boy soldier in Sierra Leone during the civil war. As gut wrenching, as it is inspiring, Beah’s memoir reflects a depth of experience that touches on the transformative power of trauma.
Aware by Dan Spiegel
Spiegel’s Aware explores his scientifically based meditation practice and offers practical tools for cultivating presence, more focus and coping tools in everyday life. Aware is a guide for mindful living and a reflection on the practice of presence through a scientific lens.
Happy reading!