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Books That Changed Who I Am and How I Move Through Life
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items These books changed how I see myself, the world, and others. They’ve helped me grow and see the world differently.
Sections
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Books that helped me grow (Self-Growth & Mindset)
Books that Change how I eat (Cookbooks)
Books That Change how I see others (Memoirs & Life Stories)
Books That Changed How I Handle Money
Books that helped me grow (Self-Growth & Mindset)
These books gave me tools more than stories. They invited me to change how I show up in life. If you want mindset shifts, practical habits, or deeper clarity, this section is for you.
Unlock the power of your subconscious to manifest your dreams. This is a step by step guide to help you manifest the things you truly want. I'm a huge fan of their podcast too.
How to Manifest by Lacy Phillips
A groundbreaking exploration of the ancient rules women unwittingly follow in order to be considered “good,” revealing how the Seven Deadly Sins still control and distort our lives and illuminating a path toward a more balanced, spiritually complete ...
On Our Best Behavior: Seven Deadly Sins & Price Women Pay
This is the workbook for On My Best Behavior. Chosing Wholenss over Goodness: A provocative interactive workbook that leads us to reclaim our true selves so we can find the peace and well-being we deserve
Choosing Wholeness Over Goodness: Reclaim Self
Becoming Supernatural marries some of the most profound scientific information with ancient wisdom to show how people like you and me can experience a more mystical and grounded life.
Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Do Uncommon
Mind Magic: Neuroscience of Manifestation
Every page of 100 Ways to Change Your Life offers powerful, habit-building tips across subjects ranging from mental health, careers, relationships, confidence, and physical health in 100 fun-to-read, easy-to-digest parts that provide highly actionabl...
100 Ways to Change Your Life: Science of Leveling Up
This book helped me feel more connected to myself
No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma with IFS Model
This is a great intro of IFS. This book is helpful in shifting limiting beliefs and understanding the mind. If you are looking to transform your most challenging parts and inner obstacles this books is helpful. The key to using this book is compasion.
Introduction to Internal Family Systems
I don't need to live forever but I do want to be healthy for as long as possible. This book and Super Agers are great at breaking down the science behind the longevity movement. Check out the 60 minute interview Peter Attia did recently.
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity
Jen's books are great and practical. I'm a huge fan of the whole series. This book is a great place to start and move on to the rest of the series.
You Are a Badass® Ultimate Collector's Edition
Annie Duke uses her experience as a poker player to explain how we make decisions. Her insights are simple, smart, and easy to apply in real life. It’s the kind of book you’ll keep thinking about long after you finish.
Thinking in Bets: Smarter Decisions
We have lost the art of communicating effectively, and this book helped me understand how I'm communicating in each situation.
Supercommunicators: Unlock Secret Language
Life is a series of negotiations, and negotiation is at the heart of collaboration—whether you are a business executive, a salesperson, a parent , a community leader, or a spouse. This book is great at help you learn the tool of negotiation and how to use it properly.
Never Split the Difference: Negotiating Life Skills
I recently lost my father and MIL - Laura's book have helped find connection when I need it most.
Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe
Books that Change how I eat (Cookbooks)
These books feed you and your soul.
a great book for high protein recipes
Skinnytaste High Protein: 100 Healthy Recipes
Easy simple meals in one place
Skinnytaste Simple: Easy Healthy Recipes
This is a great book for understanding what will make a good recipe, great. I highly reccomend this book if you want to take your cooking to the next level.
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering Cooking
These recipes are healthy and easy to put together. Check out Kevin's app too. I love both the book and the app.
Fit Men Cook: 100+ Healthy Meal Prep Recipes
Meal prep made easy - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BON APPÉTIT
Skinnytaste Meal Prep: Healthy Make-Ahead Meals
ATK has very solid recipes, and as I get older, I'm leaning into a more Mediterranean Diet. This book offers over 500 recipes at your disposal.
The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook: 500 Recipes
Okay, I am a desert person. I love sweets and this book is my “go to” for all thing yummy. There's a reason Claire Saffitz is the GOAT of cooking.
Dessert Person: Recipes & Guidance for Baking
Books That Change how I see others (Memoirs & Life Stories)
If you’re looking for emotional honesty and growth, these are your companions.
I love this book. It's heart breaking and moving. Read the book before you watch the movie. The soundtrack is amazing too. :)
Into the Wild
The rise and fall of Theranos reads like a thriller. Elizabeth Holmes promised a medical breakthrough and fooled the world. Carreyrou takes you deep into the lies and ambition behind one of the biggest scams in tech.
Bad Blood: Secrets & Lies in Silicon Valley
Wilkerson tells the story of the Great Migration through the lives of three people. It’s personal, emotional, and beautifully written. This is history that feels human and alive.
The Warmth of Other Suns: America's Migration
This book is a biography of cancer. Mukherjee blends science, history, and personal stories to make the complex feel clear and powerful. It’s emotional and deeply informative.
The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer
Capote’s deep dive into a real murder case changed the way we see true crime. He paints a chilling portrait of a crime, its victims, and the minds behind it. It reads like a suspense novel but every word is true.
In Cold Blood (Modern Library 100 Best)
Books That Changed How I Handle Money
This is a great introduction to finance. You want to understand how your 401k works and how to use it to your advantage. Start here. This is the 101 of finace knowledge from your Rich BFF. Follow her on tiktok too. :)
Rich AF: Winning Money Mindset Guide
great book to take a dive into money mindset. Jen's books are practical and easily digestable.
You Are a Badass at Making Money: Mindset
Ramit Sethi 2-Book Set: I Will Teach You to Be Rich
This book takes the familiar personal-finance playbook and flips it for women who want to claim real financial power—while exposing how the system stacks the deck. Gatti Tassin uses sharp cultural critique, practical tools (budgeting, investing, nego...
Rich Girl Nation: Taking Charge of Finances
Step inside real women’s everyday money lives—from rent and student loans to splurges and side-hustles. With diary-style breakdowns of income, spending and savings, this book gives you transparency about how others live financially and honest advice ...
Refinery29 Money Diaries: Your Finances
This is a classic for a reason. He explores the difference between working for money and having your money work for you.
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Kids