Through my extensive exploration of mental health literature, I've had the privilege of uncovering some of the most transformative and enlightening books in this field. In this curated list of the best mental health books, I'll introduce you to a col...
This is an excellent book. Anyone who suffers from trauma this is a must have.
The Body Keeps the Score: Healing Trauma
The author of this book gives incredible insight to "anxiety" and the manner in which all of us developed "healthy" anxiety. It’s a very simple read, and has some good techniques you can use to realize your thoughts pattern and manage it.
Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress
The author is very intelligent and although she uses a lot of swearing, I felt that it made her more human and relatable. It was easy for me to understand the actual functions of the brain and to picture exactly what she was explaining.
Unfuck Your Brain: 5-Minute Therapy
It really helps you focus and channel your journaling for better understanding and reflection.
52-Week Mental Health Journal
Questions are very thought provoking and promote mental health and healing.
Mental Health Journal: Daily Check-In
There's plenty of stuff for people of any age. If you're feeling stuck this might be a book you could use to get you going again.
Best Self: Be You, Only Better
Author explains your brain's workings and how to change our perspective of how things effect us. If you have a toxic person in your life, this is the book for you.
Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess
It's literally 75 short exercises to program your mind to be more aware of your surroundings and more.
Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations
This helped me take a minute to think about myself and relax and also deal with my grief. I highly recommend this to anyone who is dealing with stress from school, relationships or just life in general.
Let That Sh*t Go: A Journal for Leaving BS Behind
This book has the potential to change your way of thinking. It contains some interesting psychological theories related to life and how to deal with problems, what to focus on and what to let go, and how focusing on the few core values can help is in...
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
This book expand my ability to have more empathy. Great conversational story that helps you dive into past trauma and mental health.
What Happened to You?
Definitely a must-read for self-healing. The book describes many new approaches. Mate takes us on a detailed tour of all that humanity is facing, sharing his valuable experience of treating the psyche and the body.
The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, Healing
An excellent work on how to Heal our traumas the most effective way ,by not just exploring our past but also the past of your parents and ancestors.
It Didn't Start with You: Inherited Family Trauma
The crux of the book is about opening one’s consciousness and not getting trapped within the jails of thinking / thought process.
Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your...
If you are interested in exploring effective ways to cope with your emotions, improve your emotional resilience, and achieve personal growth. Then this book is for you. This book is just what I needed to turn the page in my life and start writing a n...
Master Your Emotions: A Practical Guide
There are writing activities and things in the journal that help you process something’s when you don't not want to talk about it.
Mental Health Journal for Black Men: Prompts
This book has the potential to change your way of thinking. It contains some interesting psychological theories related to life and how to deal with problems, what to focus on and what to let go, and how focusing on the few core values can help is in...