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I love reading a good book to get me inspired. So today, I want to share 10 books for the new year! I’m not saying you should read all these books for the new year because that would be very challenging, but I am saying that reading these at some point in the coming year will definitely change your life.
These books all look at different areas of life and how it can be improved. To me, they are some of the best personal development books out there, and they should be on your reading list if you’re looking to improve yourself.
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How not to die – Michael Greger
First on the list of books for the new year: How not to die.
In How not to die, Dr. Greger shows us what to eat to help treat the top fifteen causes of death. Backed by scientific research, he reveals the groundbreaking scientific evidence behind the only diet that can help prevent and reverse many of the causes of disease-related death
If you read one book for your health, this has to be it.
If you’re truly ready to dive in, you may want to get the cookbook as well!
The secret – Rhonda Byrne
You’ve probably heard of this one before, but have you read it?
In this book, you’ll learn how to use The Secret in every aspect of your life – money, health, relationships, happiness, and in every interaction you have in the world. You’ll begin to understand the hidden, untapped power that’s within you, and this revelation can bring joy to every aspect of your life.
The desire map – Daniella LaPorte
With The Desire Map, Danielle LaPorte brings you a holistic life-planning tool that will revolutionize the way you go after what you want in life. Unapologetically passionate and with plenty of warm wit, LaPorte turns the concept of ambition inside out and offers an inspired, refreshingly practical workbook for using the Desire Map process.
Untamed – Glennon Doyle
Part inspiration, part memoir, Untamed explores the joy and peace we discover when we stop striving to meet the expectations of the world, and instead dare to listen to and trust in the voice deep inside us. From the beloved New York Times bestselling author, speaker and activist Glennon Doyle.
The gifts of imperfection – Brene Brown
Brené bolsters the self-esteem and personal development process through her characteristic heartfelt, honest storytelling. With original research and plenty of encouragement, she explores the psychology of releasing our definitions of an “imperfect” life and embracing living authentically. Brown’s “ten guideposts” are benchmarks for authenticity that can help anyone establish a practice for a life of honest beauty–a perfectly imperfect life. Now more than ever, we all need to cultivate feelings of self-worth, as well as acceptance and love for ourselves.
Atomic habits – James Clear
Clear reveals exactly how minuscule changes (atomic habits) can grow into such life-altering outcomes. He uncovers a handful of simple life hacks, and delves into cutting-edge psychology and neuroscience to explain why they matter. Along the way, he tells inspiring stories of Olympic gold medalists, leading CEOs, and distinguished scientists who have used the science of tiny habits to stay productive, motivated, and happy.
These small changes will have a revolutionary effect on your career, your relationships, and your life.
Awaken the giant within – Tony Robbins
A classic written by a living legend, this book needs to be on everyone’s list of books for the new year.
Awaken the giant within helps us get control over our lives, our emotional, mental and physical health, and our financial destiny.
It is a powerhouse of a book, like every Tony Robbins book, and it can truly help you unleash your power and release your potential.
You can heal your life – Louise Hay
Louise offers profound insight into the relationship between the mind and the body. Exploring the way that limiting thoughts and ideas control and constrict us, she offers us a powerful key to understanding the roots of our physical diseases and discomforts.This practical self-help guide will change the way you think forever!
You are a badass – Jen Sincero
Jen claims we’re all caught up in the big snooze, which is essentially living life on autopilot. She argues we should all wake up from this snooze, and start living our lives fully awake. This way we can live life, instead of being a passive person in our own lives. She does not sugar coat everything, and if you don’t like profanity and swearing, this is not the book for you. If you can handle it, get this book.
The courage to be disliked – Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga
The Courage to be Disliked shows you how to unlock the power within yourself to become your best and truest self, change your future and find lasting happiness. The authors explain how we are all free to determine our own future free of the shackles of past experiences, doubts and the expectations of others. It’s a philosophy that’s profoundly liberating, allowing us to develop the courage to change, and to ignore the limitations that we and those around us can place on ourselves.
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I really hope you liked these recommendations for books for the new year, and I hope they have as much impact on your life as they have had on mine. If you love books in general, check out these 11 fiction recommendations, these 5 books all women should read and these 7 books to read for summer.
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