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Best books on personal development

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I love books and over the years quite a few of them has meant a great deal to me. One book made me quit my job as a teacher, another made me cry my heart out. In this list you will find some my favourites. It is a list of great books on personal grow...
 
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A great book on accepting things and making time for what matters to you.
Meditations for Mortals: Embrace Limitations
 
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A wonderful book om vulnerability, courage and a meaningful life.
Daring Greatly: Courage to Be Vulnerable
 
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A timeless classic and original book on how to live and work.
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5 & Live
 
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A modern classic on how small habits lead to big changes. Perfect for teasers who want to create sustainable change without stress.
Atomic Habits: Easy Way to Build & Break Habits
 
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Timeless wisdom on building character, self-leadership and purposeful Living. Still one of the most respected books in the field more than 30 years after its publication.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
 
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A short, accessible book rooted in ancient wisdom offerinc Four simple agreements for inner peace, greater freedom and authentic relationships.
The Four Agreements: Practical Guide to Freedom
 
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A popular contrmporary book on self-sabotage and emotional transformation. Well-suited for readers going through life transitions of seeking deeper insight.
The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage
 
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Includes timeless works like “How to Win Friends and Influence People” and “How to Stop Worrying and Start Living”. A rich toolbox for social and emotional Intelligence.
Dale Carnegie Collection 6 Books Set
 
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A bold, honest take on modern life’s overwhelming expectations. Helps you to let go of perfectionism and focus on what truly matters.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
 
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A motivational classic from 1959 that encourages you to Dream bigger, think more creatively and challenge self-limiting beliefs.
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
 
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Although the title emphasizes wealth, this book is about mindset, persistence and clarity of purpose - principles you can apply to life goals beyond money.
Think and Grow Rich: Landmark Bestseller Revised
 
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One of 2025’s most talked-about books. It teaches the art of letting go of control and reclaiming peace of mind. A helpful counterbalance to modern overwhelm.
The Let Them Theory: Life-Changing Tool
 
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While focused on youth and screen use, this bestselling book provides powerful insights for parents, educators and anyone interested in mental health and well-being in the digital age.
The Anxious Generation: Great Rewiring of Childhood
 
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A book about doing less, but better. Ideal for readers who feel pulled in too many directions, it offers a framework for identifying what really matters and eliminating the rest.
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
 
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A lyrical, deeply human reflection on the need to slow down, withdraw, and rest during life’s darker seasons. Particularly fitting for readers navigating burnout, grief, or emotional exhaustion. A quiet bestseller with soul.
Wintering: Power of Rest and Retreat
 
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A raw and empowering memoir about breaking free from external expectations and rediscovering one’s own voice and truth. It resonates with readers who are in a phase of redefinition or yearning for authenticity in their personal lives.
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Encourages wholehearted living through self-acceptance, vulnerability, and courage. This book is a gentle companion for readers working through perfectionism, shame, or the pressure to constantly be more.
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go & Be You