Here we are. Another year and another long list of New Year’s resolutions—most of which we usually don’t live up to. It’s not that these goals are overly ambitious or unattainable; rather, our determination often wavers in the face of unresolved issues that prevent us from making the change we want in our lives. Fortunately, the following five highly acclaimed self-help books can assist you in uncovering the deeper issues that might be obstructing your progress and keeping you from realizing your dreams.
Whether you long to climb the corporate ladder, overcome low self-esteem, or conquer your demons, it’s essential to identify the underlying factors contributing to your struggles if you hope to overcome them. Full of practical advice, hard-won lessons, and transformative stories, these best-sellers will inspire you to face your fears head-on and give you the tools you need to build resilience, foster a greater sense of self-worth, and pave the way for lasting change.
What Do You Need?: How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Path To Success
Lauren Wesley Wilson
In her groundbreaking book, Wilson reveals the unwritten rules that women of color need to know in order to succeed in the workplace. Drawing from her own career experiences, Lauren shares the playbook you’ll need to advance to the C-Suite. Whether you are a woman of color or an ally committed to inclusivity, What Do You Need? is your road map to understanding, supporting, and empowering women of color in their careers.
Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life
Jamie Kern Lima
Are you ready to unleash your greatness and believe in the power that is you? Are you ready to finally stop believing the lies that you’re unlovable, unqualified or not enough? Are you ready to triumph over the thoughts holding you back, destroy self-doubt and truly know and believe you have what it takes to accomplish your greatest goals and wildest dreams? Jamie Kern Lima’s Worthy offers simple steps to achieving life-changing results.
What Happened To You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing
Bruce D. Perry & Oprah Winfrey
Have you ever wondered “Why did I do that?” or “Why can’t I just control my behavior?” It’s time we started asking a different question. Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?” This subtle but profound change in perspective allows us to understand our past in order to clear a path to our future.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way To Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
James Clear
No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving—every day. James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.
The Let Them Theory
Mel Robbins
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn’t you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words—Let Them—will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. The Let Them Theory puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands—and this book will show you exactly how to do it.
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