Your Future Self
Hal Hershfield
Explore the fascinating science of mental time travel and discover how connecting with your future self can revolutionize your decisions, improve your well-being, and help you create a better tomorrow. Learn how to bridge the gap between your present and future selves and unlock the power of long-term thinking.
The Willpower Instinct
Kelly McGonigal
Discover the science behind willpower and how it influences your health, finances, relationships, and success. Learn practical strategies to break bad habits, conquer procrastination, manage stress, and achieve your goals. Understand the limits of self-control and train your brain for greater willpower.
Beginners
Tom Vanderbilt
A fascinating exploration of the art of learning, Beginners delves into the psychology and transformative power of embracing new skills at any age. Through personal anecdotes and insightful research, Tom Vanderbilt encourages readers to step outside their comfort zones, embrace awkwardness, and rediscover the joy of lifelong learning. From chess to surfing, singing to drawing, this book is a celebration of the beginner's mind and the endless possibilities it unlocks.
The Art of Stillness
Pico Iyer
In a world that glorifies constant movement, multi-tasking, and endless connection, Pico Iyer makes a compelling case for the art of stillness. Drawing on his own experiences of retreating to quiet places and reflecting on the lives of figures like Leonard Cohen and Matthieu Ricard, Iyer explores how slowing down and going nowhere can lead to profound insights, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for life.
Better Than Before
Gretchen Rubin
Explore the invisible architecture of daily life and discover how to harness the power of habits to transform your life. This book tackles the question of how we change, offering insights into habit formation and strategies for creating lasting positive change.
Big Feelings
Liz Fosslien
A guide to navigating difficult emotions such as uncertainty, comparison, anger, burnout, perfectionism, despair, and regret. This book offers tools to better understand and cope with these feelings, providing strategies for regaining control and hope in the face of life's challenges.
Bittersweet
Susan Cain
An exploration of the power of sorrow and longing, and how embracing these emotions can lead to creativity, connection, and a deeper understanding of the human experience. It delves into the bittersweetness of life, revealing how acknowledging both light and dark can ultimately lead to transcendence and a more fulfilling existence.
Braving the Wilderness
Brené Brown
Brené Brown explores the concept of true belonging and the courage it takes to stand alone in a divisive world. She delves into the elements of trust and vulnerability needed to navigate the wilderness of uncertainty and find connection with ourselves and others.