The Life Changing Self Help Books You Need To Read

This book follows a conversation between a young man and philosopher that explores how you are in control of the direction of your life.

If you feel held back by the expectations of others, past experiences, or self-limiting beliefs, this book can be a great help to you. It covers self-care, forgiveness, and mind decluttering to guide you to getting past your own set of limitations. 

This book is a long-time favorite of mine and is one I recommend to just about I know. James offers steps you can take to develop good habits and to get rid of those that no longer serve you. 

He shows how your system of doing things is everything, and that you can take small steps to make big changes in your life.

This is the therapeutic read that everyone needs to read at least once in their lives. Brianna writes so deeply and covers uplifting topics like letting go of past relationships, pursuing your purpose, the importance of routine, and so much more.

She offers a unique and bright perspective on life that will definitely help in changing the way you think.

The Mountain is You is another touching book by Brianna Wiest that has gone viral on BookTok.

In this book, Brianna explains how we can develop our emotional intelligence to overcome the challenges we face in life, including ourselves.

I recently bought this book and cannot wait to start reading it.

Dr. Brene Brown is a well-known professor and author who has spend 20 years studying shame, vulnerability, and leadership. 

In Daring Greatly, she uses 12 years of research to illustrate how vulnerability is an act of courage and is key to living a fulfilling, joyful life.

This is another self-help book I've heard so much about and recently bought. If you struggle with fear of being vulnerable and judged, you'll want to give this book a read.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has sold over 40 million copies and is being called the most influential book of the 20th century.

It breaks down the seven key habits that can be used to adapt to change, move forward, and take advantage of the opportunities in life. 

I'm currently reading this book and am loving it so far- it's informative and breaks down each habit so well.

If you're looking to achieve your goals and find success, this is the book for you. Think and Grow Rich is a classic motivational book for those looking to grow and learn from other successful figures from the past.

This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to alter the direction of their life, business, or career.

Known as the #1 financial book of all time, Rich Dad Poor Dad should be on your TBR if you're looking to improve your financial literacy. 

Robert offers the perspective of growing up with two dads- his real dad, and his best friend's rich dad, and explores how both of their perspectives shaped his knowledge of money.

In this book, he'll dives into how to make money work for you and debunks the myth that you need a high income to be rich.

This book is one of the best self-help books for creatives that I've read so far. Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of Eat, Pray, Love, inspires readers to embrace curiosity, and to deal with fear, rather than let it control us.

Big Magic is one of those books you can easily read more than once. 

Make Your Bed is based on Navy SEAL Admiral William H's viral graduation speech which encourages you to make small changes that lead to big results.

In this book he shares the ten viral principles he learned during training that helped him overcome challenges in his training and life, which starts with making your bed every morning. 

It's a classic, timeless book that delivers an optimistic and encouraging message all readers should take in at least once.

Have you ever struggled to be in the present moment and let go constant worries about the future? If so, this is the perfect read for you.

Eckhart Tolle offers you a way to embark on your spiritual journey, embrace your true self, and to find your way out of painful thoughts.

Written over two thousand years ago, Meditations is a spiritual reflection that's filled with Marcus' insights and advice on overcoming challenges and living in the world.

The book also explores spiritual well-being and offers == that is still just as relevant today, as it was years ago. 

This book is a great read for philosophy buffs, or for anyone who wants a deep, thought provoking read.

If you're an introvert, this book was written for you. In Quiet, Susan explores how valuable introverts are to the world, whether they are seen as being so or not.

Extroverts are often celebrated and idealized, in our society, but Susan gives validation and inspiration to introverts who feel unworthy, and introduces successful introverts that have overcome society's perspective.

As an introvert myself, this book is at the very top of my TBR!

Wherever You Go, There You Are offers insight into the benefits of practicing mindfulness, and is not just reserved for Buddhists and those practicing spirituality.

It teaches the simple ways we can all become more present, mindful, and aware in our daily lives.

If you're feeling stuck in a rut, or have ever felt like you just can't seem to overcome a problem in your life, this is the book for you. 

Ryan Holiday uses inspiration from Marcus Aurelius' Meditations to encourage you to focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can't. 

With perseverance and resilience, you can turn your challenges into a success.

Whether you're looking to find success in your career, or in your day to day life, this book will teach you how to understand your habits and how to change them.

In this book, Charles Duhigg uses scientific research to explain why habits exist, and how you can change your habits. Many of us don't take the time to understand our habits, which we need to do in order to make a real change.

Untamed is a == memoir by Glennon Doyle, a speaker and best-selling author, that explores what it means to be a woman today, and many of us constantly strive to please others without knowing it.

Doyle explains that as women, we strive to be good in every aspect of our lives but end up stretching ourselves thin and leaving ourselves feeling stuck. 

She offers deep and meaningful advice on how you can break from the shackles of pleasing others, and embrace your true self with complete trust and confidence. 

In the 5am Club, Robin Sharma shares the tools and principles he used to work with the most successful people in the world. 

Everything starts at the beginning of the day. With simple action and habits, Sharma explains how you can improve your mental well-being, unleash creativity and become your most productive self with just an hour a day.

In Think Like a Monk, Jay Shetty shares his wisdom from his time as a monk to help you overcome challenges, negative thoughts, and bad habits to reach your potential and purpose.

He also offers advice and lessons to practice to fully embrace the concepts he teaches, making this a top resource for anyone looking to alter their perspective on life.

If you've ever felt stuck thinking about past hurt and traumas, you're not alone. In this gripping book, Lysa Terkeurst shares how to let go of built up resentment and forgive, even when the person doesn't take accountability or apologize.

Lysa will empower you to live in the now, find forgiveness, and move on to the good that's ahead.