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Essential Reads for Overthinking Gen Z
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items If you're a Gen Z who finds themselves overthinking everything, these essential reads will offer valuable insights and coping strategies.
This book feels like a cozy hug from a wise friend. Haemin Sunim somehow gets how overwhelming life can be and reminds you it’s okay to slow down, breathe, and let things be messy. Super gentle, super healing.
When Things Don't Go Your Way: Zen Wisdom for Difficult Times - Haemi Sunim
Honestly? A game-changer. If you ever spiral at 2 AM wondering about the "purpose" of everything, this book basically says: "chill, you don’t have to have it all figured out." Major relief.
It's Okay Not to Look for the Meaning of Life – Jikisai Minami
If you’re tired of all those "just grind harder" speeches, Adam Grant flips the script. It’s not about being a genius — it’s about growing smarter, better, and more YOU over time. Super motivating without being preachy.
Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things - Adam Grant
Productivity without the guilt trips? YES PLEASE. Ali’s vibe is like that super chill friend who helps you get your life together without making you cry in the process.
Feel-Good Productivity – Ali Abdaal
This book basically looked at my anxious brain and said, "same." Amanda dives into why we overthink everything — and it’s not your fault, it’s the world we’re living in. Mind-blowing and oddly comforting.
The Age of Magical Overthinking – Amanda Montell
At first, it feels like it’s roasting you, but then you realize it’s actually setting you free. A bit philosophical, but soooo worth it if you’re tired of trying to make everyone like you all the time.
The Courage To Be Disliked – Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga
This one’s iconic for a reason. Brutally honest, a little savage, but exactly the slap-in-the-face energy you need when you’re spiraling over stuff that lowkey doesn’t matter.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson
If your brain is a hamster wheel of "what ifs" and endless decisions, Anne is here to be your life coach. Super practical, super real, and actually makes you believe you can calm the chaos.
Don't Overthink It – Anne Bogel
This book will have you questioning why you’re doing literally everything. It’s not about doing more, it’s about doing less, but wayyy better. Big minimalist, deep-breath energy.
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - Greg McKeown
You know when you try to focus and end up doomscrolling for 2 hours instead? Same. Chris Bailey gives actual non-boring tips on how to use your brain power smarter. Not just another productivity bro, thank god.
Hyperfocus – Chris Bailey
Lowkey obsessed with this one. It mixes Japanese philosophy and life purpose stuff but in a super chill, beautiful way. It’s less "fix your life" and more "find joy in the little things."
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life - Héctor García & Francesc Miralles
For the introverts (or the secretly-exhausted extroverts), Quiet is a full-on permission slip to be who you are without feeling weird about it. It made me feel seen in ways I didn’t even know I needed.
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain
Glennon’s energy is like handing you a glitter bomb of empowerment. If you’re stuck people-pleasing or overthinking your every move, Untamed basically screams, “You get to choose your life!"
Untamed - Glennon Doyle
Creative chaos? Fear of failing? Overthinking every idea you’ve ever had? Big Magic is like a pep talk from your artsy aunt who just wants you to make cool stuff without second-guessing yourself to death.
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
This book is basically therapy but without the $200 invoice. Lori (who’s an actual therapist) tells real stories (including her own) that make you feel like, "omg, maybe I’m not that crazy after all." Raw, hilarious, and weirdly comforting.
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone – Lori Gottlieb
Imagine your best friend wrote a memoir about love, growing up, and absolutely falling apart (in the most relatable way). Dolly's stories hit HARD — hilarious, chaotic, and kinda emotional, just like real life.
Everything I Know about Love - Dolly Alderton