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15 self-improvement books I plan to read soon
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items This collection is all about improving and mastering your “inner game.” By tackling heady topics like perception, meaning, and resilience, the mind becomes a sharper tool rather than a hinderance. Some of these authors I've read before. Most I haven'...
Sections
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Awareness
Cognition
Grit
Awareness
Focus, balance, persistence, and peace. Awaken your mind fully.
Sam is a powerful thinker. Basically a living legend in the space. This book is looking at me every time I walk past it in the library. Soon.
Waking Up - Sam Harris
Eastern wisdom and traditions are very much on my radar and I can't wait to learn more. This book leapt out at me because it directly addresses people like me – English speakers who have trouble digesting strict translations.
Mindfulness in Plain English - Bhante Gunaratana
I heard Tim Ferriss highly recommend this one on an episode of Modern Wisdom. It's been sitting on my “to read” list for a while. Need to get it done.
Awareness - Anthony De Mello
Another one from Harris. His writing could fill half a shelf in a library and it would be hard to go wrong with his books. This one in particular is drawing me in.
Lying - Sam Harris
Cognition
Thinking about thinking is a challenging, yet worthy endeavor. Ponder it.
This book is pretty well known and, as someone who has read a little Kahneman in the past, I for sure want to see what the fuss is all about.
Thinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman
Another great way of holding the mirror up to your mind and trying to understand what is going on in there. Seen this book mentioned in a few places.
The Art of Thinking Clearly - Rolf Dobelli
I've read enough Gladwell to know reading any Gladwell is well worth it. He has a knack for storytelling which is informative and engaging. Expect to learn and laugh.
Blink - Malcolm Gladwell
Honestly can't count how many times I've seen or heard this book recommended. There's got to be a “there” there. I'll find out one day soon.
Antifragile - Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Brown is simply incredible, both as a speaker and as a writer. Very accessible and empowering. I want to read more of her and this book is at the top of that list for me.
Rising Strong - Brené Brown
I heard about this book by listening to Within Reason, the episode with A.C. Grayling, so it's ironic seeing his review on the cover. Fascinating subject matter.
Contraduction - Dan Barker
Grit
Answer your questions and get to where you need to be without deviating.
This is a classic from the self-improvement category and I'm sad to say I haven't yet read this one, but I will soon. Too many people reference it and mention the powerful words of this Holocaust survivor.
Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor E. Frankl
I'm intrigued by Dan's story and plan to read several of his books. This one in particular boasts a bold tagline and covers a relatable subject area for many.
Life Driven Purpose - Dan Barker
Rainn has gained quite a bit of non-Office popularity recently and it's tied to this book. I want to see what all the rage is about (aside from the podcast). Pretty sure I saw it on the shelf in Theo Von's podcast.
Soul Boom - Rainn Wilson
His first book. I read Never Finished and loved it, so you better believe I'm going to read this one too. Goggins is amazing, to use a simple word. You can't not be improved by reading or listening to him.
Can't Hurt Me - David Goggins
This is essential Holiday. It's the one which catapulted him into the spotlight as the premier modern day Stoic guy. I'm circling back for this gem.
The Obstacle Is the Way - Ryan Holiday