10 Books to read that will motivate you and change your mindset

  1. 101 Essays that will change the way you think – by Brianna Wiest

This is a book that is divided into 101 essays, each a simple essay about positivity and a better mindset. It gives you daily perspective and reminders about focusing on how to achieve your goals and yet keep a positive outlook. There are suggested tasks and things to consider as you read through this book.

  1. The life-changing magic of tidying up – by Marie Kondo

Clean and simple, this book encourages and reminds you to appreciate your things. It also gives advice on minimalism and making sure you understand the habits and skills that lead to a tidy lifestyle. It is a short read you can do before you take on the task of spring cleaning.

  1. The Little Book of Hygee, Danish Secrets to Happy Living – by Miek Wiking

Coziness and enjoyment in the little things. Why are the Danish so happy? This book tackles this idea and begins the conversation of what makes people happy, in relation to Danish culture. It is a great read and reminds you of the beauty of winter, a perfect book for combating that seasonal depression. This is one of many in the series and the short books make it easy to keep reading all of them.

  1. The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference – by Malcolm Gladwell

How does a business or idea become successful and widespread? This books goes through the science and individual scenarios of what makes trends so prevalent and is inspiring with how small habits, or changes, can affect large events and outcomes.

  1. Beyond Words – by Carl Safina

How do animals think and can they feel? Giving you a perspective on a totally different mindset, that of animals, you can shift how you think about the way the world works. This is a wonderful read that makes the world feel a little more close and comfortable and gives you valuable insight into the conscious brain.

  1. Eat Pray Love – by Elizabeth Gilbert

A classic breakup and finding love in yourself story, this is something I have read many times. Through a year, a woman tells her story and explains how she moves on after divorce as well as seeking love in herself and finding religion. This book is so much more than a romance as it takes you on a travel journey full of fun and interesting experiences.

  1. Becoming – by Michelle Obama

One of the most interesting autobiographies I have read; she is a personal role model for me. Her story is interesting, heart warming, and inspiring. It gives you an inside view of her life prior to being the first lady of the United States. There is so much more to her story, than was told in media. She gives you the detailed story and walks you through her journey to success.

  1. Feeling Good, The New Mood Therapy – by David D. Burns, M.D.

Going through the methods of CBT, cognitive behaviour therapy, this is written as a practical alternative to therapy. As therapy is less accessible to most people, this is a possible alternative. Accessible and studied, this book expresses the option for therapy through your own learning and in books.

  1. I Am Malala – by Malala Yousafzai

This young woman took on the war herself. She almost died fighting for her education. It is an autobiography about her life and what happened to her when she took a stand against the taliban. The refusal to quit and her fight is inspring. She later became a Nobel Peace Prize winner and she may be the most deserving person that has ever won in my opinion.

  1. The Burnout Generation – Anne Helen Petersen

This audiobook is set up in the form of interviews. It discusses how burnout is repetitive and happens to almost everyone. You get some different perspectives and advice from those who have experienced burnout and what they did about it.

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