In ‘Stillness Is the Key’, Ryan Holiday asserts that stillness, a state of calm and tranquility, is essential for leading a fulfilling and successful life. Drawing on historical and contemporary figures across various fields, the book explores how stillness can help us think clearer, avoid distractions, and approach life with a sense of balance. It provides practical advice on achieving this state through mindfulness, discipline, and presence.
She Comes First is a guide to sexual intimacy that focuses on the needs and desires of women. It delves into the intricacies of the female anatomy and the importance of a woman’s pleasure. The book stresses the philosophy of female pleasure, espousing the attitude of ‘woman first.’ Author Ian Kerner argues that a man’s most important sexual organ is not his penis but his tongue.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace, written by Nedra Glover Tawwab, is a transformative guide that teaches people how to create and maintain healthy boundaries in their lives. It includes practical tools for boundary-setting and explains the significance of personal limits for one’s mental health and well-being.
In ‘Self-Compassion’, Kristin Neff, Ph.D., offers a powerful solution for combating the negative self-talk and behavior that can often permeate our lives. She proposes that the solution lies not in self-esteem, but in self-compassion. The book explains how to overcome common self-criticisms and behaviors, and embrace a kinder, more compassionate relationship with oneself.
Same as Ever is a thought-provoking novel that explores the cyclic nature of life, emphasizing the importance of self-introspection and growth. It navigates through the life of the protagonist, who is stuck in a monotonous life, and his journey towards self-realization and breaking the cycle.
In ‘Retrain Your Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in 7 Weeks’, Dr. Seth J. Gillihan introduces a methodical approach to reconfiguring your thought patterns to overcome anxiety and depression. This self-help guide equips readers with practical tools to beat negative thoughts and feelings, and adopt healthier behaviors using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Restart is a children’s novel written by Gordon Korman. The story follows an eighth grader named Chase Ambrose who wakes up from a coma with amnesia after falling off his roof. Without any recollection of his past as a bully, Chase sets out on a journey to redefine himself and change his behavior.
Radical Acceptance is a book written by Tara Brach, a renowned psychologist and meditation teacher. It explores the concept of accepting oneself with compassion and understanding. The book provides practical advice and insights, drawing from Eastern contemplative traditions and Western psychology, to help individuals learn how to embrace their flaws, feel more confident, live in the present moment, and find inner peace.
Holly Whitaker’s ‘Quit Like a Woman’ is a compelling call to arms for women to reject the societal norm of daily drinking. In the book, Whitaker narrates her own journey of quitting alcohol and the struggles she faced as a woman. She criticizes the alcohol industry and the societal pressures that encourage drinking.