Inspiring books for personal growth

A really good book is always a great idea. Now that spring is almost here, perhaps it is time to take inventory of your bookshelf and add a few books about mental health and personal development? We are inspired by the books below, they challenge our mindset and make us pause for reflection. We learn how to create new behavior patterns and let go of bad habits that hold us back, in order to live a lighter and more joyful life. A perfect start to begin spring, we think. Happy reading!

100 Days Happier – Domonique Bertolucci

The book “100 Days Happier” is written by Domonique Bertolucci, an expert on happiness. The book contains a collection of inspiring messages and quotes that motivate the reader to become the best version of themselves. The author invites the reader to make small, significant daily changes in how we think and act. These changes create a fundamental shift in how we feel about ourselves and how we experience happiness. Sometimes, all it takes is a little reminder to break out of a habitual behavior and this book becomes a perfect companion that helps you along the way! Incredibly inspiring and best of all, it works.

Atomic habits – James  Clear

How often have we thought about changing that bad habit and instead replacing it with a new and better habit? James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that teach us how to create good habits and break bad ones. Through four steps, the author shows how small daily changes create large and positive results over time. The problem of changing one’s habits lies in the system we use, where we use the wrong system for change. In the book, we get to learn about a proven system that creates conditions for development and reaching new heights. The book is also available in Swedish under the title “1% metoden: små förändringar, stora resultat: ett enkelt och beprövat sätt att skapa goda vanor och bryta dåliga”.

Ett bättre liv: att  förändras en tanke i taget – Kay Pollak

This book is written for those who want to live a happier life and experience more energy and joy. Author Kay Pollak describes how our thoughts affect how we feel; whether we become irritated or happy. However, you can learn to think thoughts that lift you up and create happiness while also examining thoughts that bring you down. The book is a handbook where the reader gets tools to train their thoughts, day-by-day, week-by-week, in order to eventually take control of their thoughts and well being, for a happier life.

Do It for Yourself – Kara Cutruzulla

“Do It for Yourself” is a journal written for anyone who needs a little extra guidance to achieve their goals or dreams. Through five chapters, author Kara Cutruzulla helps the reader both specify and achieve their goals by answering various questions. The book is also filled with delightful inspiration - colorful illustrations and empowering quotes that make the writing exercises even more enjoyable. The exercises in the book guide the reader to become more aware, overcome difficulties, and help us reach our dreams in a structured way. A very inspiring book that we highly recommend!