An ever growing collection of books I have read, and found useful. Whether they provide insights, are a guide, or simply just good books!
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
A blueprint for how you think of and view money. If you are new to the world of manifestation, or are turned off by the “woo woo” aspects of it, then this book is a great place to start. It combines practical advice with spiritual advice, blending the two together. It was one of the first books I read that dramatically changed how I viewed money and financial success.
Readability
- easy to follow
- no background knowledge required to understand fully
Quotes
– “The possibilities of creative efforts connected with the subconscious mind are stupendous and imponderable. They inspire one with awe.”
The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo
Simple and beautiful. The simplicity of this book left room for me to draw my own conclusions while still flawlessly blending a story together. I found it refreshing that there was no immediate answer, no grandiose insights. Instead, just the power of oneself and following your own dreams.
Readability
- easy to follow and easily able to read in just a few sittings
- an uplifting book with a positive outlook on life
Quotes
“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
I was skeptical reading this at first, not because I don’t believe that our bodies store trauma, but the mixed reviews all over the internet threw me off. It was simultaneously comforting and terrifying how much our body is attuned to our mind and environment. This book is slightly graphic at certain points, but it illustrates the points and connections the author is trying to make. If you would like to further explore the science between the mind body connection I would recommend this book.
Readability
- easy to follow, cohesive, and easily accessible
- can be a bit graphic/ sensitive topics are discussed.
Quotes
“Being traumatized is not just an issue of being stuck in the past; it is just as much a problem of not being fully alive in the present.”