These books were absolutely formative and came at a time when my heart was beyond broken and I felt lost and confused. Whether you're religious, spiritual, or just looking for personal growth, these offer guidance and a literary shoulder to lean on w...
Â
This is a great book for anyone who's interested in building their own business and brand
The Talent Code: Greatness Is Grown
Â
This book was required reading for one of my acting classes. It ended up being such a refreshing take on personal relationships and contributed greatly to my emotional maturity
The Four Agreements: Guide to Personal Freedom
Â
I go back to this every time I start to feel adrift, and it offers me solace
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself
Â
Brene is a classic, and her take on bravery and courage to lean into who you are, has inspired me and countless others
Daring Greatly: The Courage to Be Vulnerable
Â
A friend encouraged me to get this after a particularly brutal breakup, and it was such a comfort to me during a tough time. There are different sections for different kinds of heartache (like friend break ups, life changes, etc)
Love Hurts: Buddhist Advice for the Heartbroken
Â
This is one of my favorite books. If you're someone who's even remotely interested in sociology or psychology, he offers some enlightening takes
The Tipping Point: Little Things Matter
Â
I got this as an audiobook, and I cannot tell you why it's such an inspirational book to me, but her journey is really one that I admire. The best part is if she literally ever saw this list she would probably make fun of being on it, but she works r...
I'm Fine...And Other Lies: Cummings, Whitney
Â
Get the audiobook. You won't regret it. There's something about having "Lorelei Gilmore" read to you that is so comforting
Lauren Graham: books, biography, latest update
Â
I fear this book was my entirely personality for a summer when I first discovered it, but it has some of the most enlightening quotes I've ever come across
The Alchemist (novel)
Â
Interesting study in trend spotting and business
Seeing Around Corners: Spotting Business Inflection Points
Â
A lesson in never giving up, accepting every opportunity, and being an inspo while doing it
Blowing the Bloody Doors Off: Life Lessons
Â
Girl next door style story about overcoming the odds and accepting who you are
The Actor's Life: A Survival Guide
Â
A welcome reminder that I should probably revisit, because it's so easy to be hard on yourself but hard to go easy on yourself
Self-Compassion: The Power of Being Kind
Â
My friends mom gave me this book, and it changed my life
Rising Strong
Â
Touched upon the power of prayer and importance of faith
The Circle Maker: Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears