Become Your Best Self This Year With These 10 Self-Help Books

Become Your Best Self This Year With These 10 Self-Help Books
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Whether you participate in setting New Year’s resolutions or generally don’t believe that a specific frame of time should indicate when to work on yourself – You have to admit there’s inspiration in the air this time of year. One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to read more! And by choosing to read self-help books, you’re simultaneously learning how to better yourself, while you read! Get a head start on your resolutions this year with a self-help book or two.

Here are self-help books that are worth adding to your TBR list this year.

The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F**k - Mark Manson

The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F**k – Mark Manson

If you’re not too into self-help books, this one‘s for you. This book explores improving your life by not trying to be positive about everything – but actually learning to care less about the things that don’t matter. Allowing you to focus your energy on the things that do.

$20 at Indigo
The Mountain Is You - Brianna Wiest

The Mountain Is You – Brianna Wiest

If you struggle with self-sabotage, The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest is here to teach you all about why we self-sabotage and how to stop it. It’s written in “bite-size” paragraphs, making it easier to take in and digest what the words are actually saying. This book has been said to be one of the best self-books ever – according to “Book-Tok”.

$18.29 at Indigo
The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up - Marie Condo

The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up – Marie Condo

After reading The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up, the goal is not only to declutter your home but also to declutter your mind in a way – as it can go hand-in-hand. Marie Kondo, a Japanese cleaning consultant, guides us through properly organizing and decluttering piece by piece, leaving only the pieces that spark joy. This book is so popular that it even led to its own Netflix series!

$19.99 at Amazon
Inward - Yung Pueblo

Inward – Yung Pueblo

Inward by Yung Pueblo explores self-love, the power of letting go, and the wisdom that comes when we truly get to know ourselves through poetry. If you love poetry and are trying to learn to love yourself more (which we all should be), give this book a read!

$22.99 at Amazon
Atomic Habits - James Clear

Atomic Habits – James Clear

Out with the bad habits and in with the good. Atomic Habits by James Clear gives a practical guide on how to change your habits using a framework called the Four Laws of Behaviour Change. It’s safe to say we all have some habits we could work on!

$27 at Indigo
A Gentle Reminder - Bianca Sparacino

A Gentle Reminder – Bianca Sparacino

As implied in the title – this book is full of gentle reminders for the moments when you need them most. It’s a great book to keep on hand or by your bedside table to refer back to and treat yourself to some extra comfort.

$22.99 at Indigo
101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think - Brianna Wiest

101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think – Brianna Wiest

Another book from Brianna Wiest worth reading is 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think. It will literally re-frame how you approach different topics and teach you to embrace negative thinking. This book is said to be a life-changer!

$17.12 at Indigo
The Four Agreements -  Don Miguel Ruiz

The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz is based on ancient Toltec wisdom,  revealing the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. The book explores The Four Agreements: “Be impeccable with your word”, “Do not take anything personally”, “Do not make assumptions”, and “Always do your best”.

$16 @ Amazon
The Power Of Now - Eckhart Tolle

The Power Of Now – Eckhart Tolle

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to limit overthinking and to live more in the present moment, give The Power of Now: A Guide To Spiritual Enlightenment a read. Throughout the book, Eckhart Tolle explores the concept of self-reflection and presence in the moment, while providing exercises to live in the now.

$19.08 @ Amazon
The Five Minute Journal

The Five Minute Journal

Self-care goes hand-in-hand with self-help! Which is why we had to include The Five Minute Journal. This book – or journal, provides everything from daily affirmations to journal prompts. It’s a great and healthy way to start your day with some positive self-reflection!

$32 at Indigo

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