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.
It Works
Anonymous
Discover a concise, definite, resultful plan with rules, explanations, and suggestions for bettering your condition in life. If you know what you want, you can have it! This book reveals an easy, open road to a larger, happier life through a simple, powerful truth.
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.
Designing Your Life
Bill Burnett
Designing Your Life offers a revolutionary approach to creating a fulfilling life by applying design thinking principles. Authors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans guide readers through reframing dysfunctional beliefs, prototyping potential lives, and building a life that is both meaningful and joyful. Discover how to tackle life's wicked problems and design a life you love, regardless of your age or background.
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.
Beyond Order
Jordan B. Peterson
In this thought-provoking sequel to his bestseller, 12 Rules for Life, Jordan B. Peterson offers 12 more principles to guide readers beyond the pitfalls of chaos and towards a more meaningful existence. Drawing from psychology, mythology, and personal experience, Peterson challenges us to embrace responsibility, confront our shadows, and strive for a life of purpose and gratitude.