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My Favorite Books
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items All things personal growth, relatability, and humor - geared towards women and moms (because...welll, that's me in a nutshell), but really anyone could get something out of these. I also work in the addiction treatment field, so I'm adding books that...
Sections
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Mindset & Personal Growth
Trauma, Mental Health
Books for Healing & Recovery
Books That Make Adulting Easier
Books Every Mom Should Read
Books for the Overwhelmed Mom
Mindset & Personal Growth
I believe one of the biggest joys in life is learning and growing.
A simple way to spark huge change!
The Let Them Theory: Life-Changing Tool
Brene` Brown has always been one of my favorite authors, simply because of her ability to be candid, evoke laughter, and teach in such a way that it's like having coffee with an old friend.
Books & Audio | Brené Brown
The classic book on fixed vs. growth mindset.
Carol Dweck: A Summary of Growth and Fixed Mindsets
Understanding self-sabotage and personal transformation.
The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage
How to hack sticking to habits
Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear
Breaking down the science behind building habits
Tiny Habits: Small Changes That Change All
5 seconds is all it takes to do something differently
The 5 Second Rule: Transform Life & Work
You wouldn't think such a simple act could make such a big difference...but it does!
The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Life
A must-read for learning to accept and love yourself.
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go & Live
I mean, it's Michelle Obama, need I say more? :)
The Light We Carry: Overcoming Uncertain Times
Trauma, Mental Health
How we are affected by trauma and the importance of prioritizing our mental health
Paramount to understanding how trauma affects our physical selves long after the event has occurred.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind & Body
One of the most powerful books on life
Man's Search for Meaning
In order to love others, we must learn to love ourselves.
Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff: Join the Community Now
Using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to effectively handle difficult thoughts and build a meaningful life.
The Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living
Exploring the links between stress, trauma, and emotional makeup to physical illness, and the mind-body connection.
When The Body Says No: Maté, Dr Gabor - Amazon.com
A compassionate look at how early trauma affects brain development
The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: Stories
Books for Healing & Recovery
Books of hope, healing, and understanding, whether someone is in recovery themselves, loves someone in recovery, or simply wants to understand addiction better
Understanding the opioid crisis
Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company
Creating a routine to change your life
The Miracle Morning for Addiction Recovery
Inspiring!
Dope to Hope: Drug Dealer to Hope Dealer
Originally written in 1939, the Big Book has changed millions of lives. This is one that you will pick up something new every time you read it.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Have a problem with alcohol? There is a ...
Honest, hopeful, and beautifully written.
We Are the Luckiest: Magic of Sober Life
A candid, humorous exploration of one woman's journey through alcoholism into recovery
Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget
A memoir chronicling the author's struggle through alcoholism, recovery, motherhood, and the surprising journey toward religious faith.
Lit: A Memoir – Sobriety, Motherhood & More
Dr. Gabor Mate explores addiction through medicine, psychology, neuroscience, and lived experience, bringing a compassionate, trauma-informed perspective.
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Addiction
The first year into recovery, from realizing her relationship with alcohol was a problem, to navigating recovery while battling cancer, this memoir is warm, funny and relatable.
The Sober Diaries: How One Woman Stopped Drinking
Books That Make Adulting Easier
Adulting isn't always as cracked up as it seemed to be when we were kids...but these books do help, at least
Great if you are feeling overwhelmed and need to reframe while still getting stuff done
The Lazy Genius Way
Reducing shame and increasing progress
Books - Dana K. White - A Slob Comes Clean
Another great read for overwhelmed folks trying to get their spaces in order
How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach
Making investing approachable and focusing on practical decision-making when it comes to finances, this book is digestible for folks new to the finance world while still relevant and helpful for the more seasoned.
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons
In case you can't tell, I'm a fan of Dana K. White. She's real, she's practical, and she's compassionate.
Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning Your Battle
Rather than decluttering techniques, this book explores how we assign sentimental value to objects and how to preserve that love while not holding on to all the things.
Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff: Declutter & Move
One of the financial literacy classics, in my opinion. Practical step-by-step instructions on automating finances and money management.
I Will Teach You To Be Rich - Ramit Sethi
Easy to read, this book is geared towards productivity and being selective about what you spend your time and energy on.
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
Books Every Mom Should Read
I wish I had these before I was even pregnant, tbh
Less overwhelm + more peace = happier home!
Simplicity Parenting: Using the Power of Less
This book explains so much about how children's brains develop in such an approachable, easy to digest way!
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Strategies to Nurture
The old-school ways don't work anymore - this is not about being a pushover, but about teaching our kids more than just punishing them.
No-Drama Discipline - Dr. Dan Siegel
Getting away from the notion of ‘bad’ kids (and ‘bad’ parents) - separating the behavior from the person, and working to figure out how to resolve the underlying issue in a healthy way.
Good Inside: Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want
Whether we like it or not, the way we were raised affects how we raise our kids. This book helps us be more self-aware so we can be intentional in our parenting.
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read - Reddit
Easy to understand, practical and effective!
Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide
The importance of being there for our kids
The Power of Showing Up - Dr. Dan Siegel
Great for moms of neurodivergent kiddos
The Self-Driven Child: Science & Sense Guide
Rejecting the hustle culture is more than just self-care
Rest Is Resistance: Free Yourself from Grind Culture
The spiritual, emotional and physical rewards of stress and how to get there
The Art of Rest - Adam Mabry | Good Book Co
Practical minimalism
The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want
Excellent for busy or neurodivergent households
Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD, 2nd Ed
Even if the newborn days are long gone, this one has ideas that are still helpful!
The Organized Home for New Parents
Even if you aren't homeschooling, this book helps you realize how important it is to always keep learning!
The Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic
A beautiful memoir about authenticity, boundaries, and living true to yourself.
Untamed: Reese's Book Club - Glennon Doyle
Understanding the mind-body connection
The Wisdom of Your Body: Finding Healing
Finding joy in everyday life
The Happiness Project (Revised Edition)
For those that want a welcoming home without perfection
The Nesting Place: It Doesn't Have to Be Perfect
Books for the Overwhelmed Mom
Yes, Overwhelmed Mom kinda sounds redundant, but you know what I mean. These are the books that help me settle, regroup, and avoid running around pulling my hair out like a mad woman. Most of the time, at least.
Reflections for tough seasons
Wintering: Power of Rest and Retreat
Reading this is like talking to a good friend that happens to know practical strategies to help you - ones that don't involve going away for a weekend retreat or spending hundreds of dollars.
burnout
**Warning - if you are sensitive to profanity, this may not be the best pick for you. If you're okay with it, though, this is a great choice for real, gut-level, “I get it” stories and support, plus ideas for handling some of the icky feelings we all have from time to time. You aren't alone, sister.
Momma Cusses: Laithland, Gwenna - Books
Life is full of ups and downs, and Jessica N. Turner has had her share. This book is a cool blend of her story as well as practical tips and exercises. It explores much more than I thought it would, and it's a beautiful thing.
I Thought It Would Be Better Than This
This is a great gift for new moms in particular - it covers the massive changes that happen when we have kids, reassuring them that they aren't alone.
You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom: Embrace Chaos
It's not a shocker that women carry a huge invisible load, and Gemma Hartley explores how we got to this point, and proposes real ways everyone can work towards balancing that back out.
Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Women & Way Forward
First of all, “unicorn space” automatically sounds like somewhere I want to go, so this book immediately grabbed my attention. Encouraging moms to focus some time and energy on their own creative pursuits kept me hooked and has influenced how I view what keeps me so ‘busy’.
Find Your Unicorn Space: Reclaim Creativity
Hi, I'm Shauna, and I'm a lifelong member of the Overthinker Club. If you have anxiety or find yourself going over every possible aspect of a situation, or can relate, this book is a refreshing take on how to manage overthinking rather than trying to suppress it altogether.
The Overthinker's Guide to Joy: Handbook
For a faith-based approach, this relatable devotional that promotes small, realistic acts rather than striving for perfection.
Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for Imperfection
You can slow down and enjoy life while still dealing with what comes along. If you're like me, sometimes you need a reminder that there is middle ground between sticking your head in the sand, pretending the chaos isn't happening, and being consumed with details of said chaos.
Present Over Perfect: Leaving Frantic Behind
The title pretty much says it all - this one is great for days that feel like everything has gone wrong.
The Comfort Book: 9780143136668 - Matt Haig
It's also a series on hulu!
Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love & Life