Summer is here, and what better time to read some short self-care books and improve your life? Go outside, even if it’s just to a park, and spend a little of each day getting up.
here is a collection of short books i.e. less than 200 pages that you can consume in a few hours. most of them are deep and you’ll probably want to read them more than once.
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1. rich habits
thomas corley interviewed his wealthy clients for many years and compared their personal financial habits with those of poorer people. Ten simple principles are given in a step-by-step format to help you succeed in business and achieve financial success.
2. who moved my cheese?
Spencer Johnson wrote this book to help people deal with the rapid rate of change in today’s world. deals with the attitudes we have about change. It takes the fear and anxiety we have about the future, providing simple ways to move forward in life. Johnson takes two mice and two goblin-like people who live in a maze and writes a parable about how they adapt when the cheese moves every day.
“cheese” has been on the bestseller lists for over a decade and is the follow-up to his co-authored book, The One Minute Manager.
3. eliminating stress, finding inner peace
In this book, Brian Weiss discusses how stress has been magnified in our modern world with detrimental physical and mental effects. The book provides simple relaxation techniques in scripted form to help you calm down and find peace.
4. tao te ching
Stephen Mitchell’s translation of The Book of the Way, Lao Tzu’s classical manuscript, explains the three treasures of life: simplicity, patience, and compassion. in alignment with the tao, one effortlessly achieves wisdom in action. your mindset will change as you read about the basic issues of being alive and how to gain balance when flowing down the road.
5. as a man thinks
James Allen’s work, written over a century ago, remains an inspiring guide. helps readers find direction and purpose in life. the main theme of it is that your mind controls your destiny. you need to take responsibility for your life. from this comes empowerment and success. once you stop complaining about the external circumstances of your life and start searching within, you will find the thoughts that will bring you rapid progress and ultimate success.
6. the best salesman in the world
Og Mandino’s story of an inspired camel driver who becomes “the best salesman in the world” includes 10 spiritual principles that describe how to not only succeed in business, but also in life. shows how to be sure of one’s destiny and have perseverance until it is achieved.
7. life was never meant to be a struggle
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wilde reminds us that animals don’t fight. they make some effort for sustenance, but they don’t get excited or despair like humans do. we have many false assumptions that are programmed, such as “struggle ennobles the soul.” Wilde examines these, and the common reasons and aspects of the fight. then he lays out eight ways for you to unload the struggle in your life and transcend it.
8. you are a gift
edwin shaw gives you simple instructions on how to do your own talent management. part of your nature is to be talented at something, and probably many things. but you tend not to be aware of your full potential. Using this step-by-step guide you will acquire a new mindset that will change the way you think and act. you’ll quickly advance your career to levels of success achieved by only a very small percentage of people.
9. the curse of blessings
mitchell chefitz brings you stories that are very simple but express the most complex truths of life. he does it like an old teacher instructing his apprentices about life. the learners and the reader will be enlightened if they are open to what the teacher has to say.
10. how to keep a journal for beginners
sarah miller has written this book to describe how to write a journal. she tells you what the benefits are and she continues giving techniques so that even if you are a beginner you can start. life is so fast today that many do not take the time to reflect and record experiences. this is for your benefit to make important changes in your life and not repeat the mistakes of the past.
Follow the instructions in this book and you will have a fuller life.
11. thirty pages to change your life
shel shamus has taken a broad spectrum of spiritual traditions, from ancient wisdom to new age, and presents it in just 30 pages. he will learn to transcend his normal self to become more peaceful, happy and successful.
12. anomalies
joseph solar brings you the stories of many people to illustrate how small chance events make a world of difference. After reading this short book, you won’t dismiss any of the events in your life as inconsequential.
13. life changing workbook
kellie jo holly asks you the question: what needs to change in your life? you know something is not right, but what? this workbook helps you figure that out by teaching you how to ask the right questions.
Your subconscious mind contains all of your beliefs, including harmful ones. With this workbook you will have the opportunity to examine and change old beliefs to create a new and better life for yourself.
14. 5 steps to reprogram your subconscious
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pat kammer has provided five steps to reprogram your subconscious. Your subconscious was established when you were very young and governs your beliefs, including those that hold you back in all aspects of life. use this method to remove limiting beliefs in areas of health, finances, relationships, and happiness.
15. do great things
tony baker provides empowerment, in this series of booklets, to achieve your goals. Each book in the series gives you definitions of success, inspirational narratives, questions, and action steps to move you forward on your journey. you need to motivate yourself and have faith that you can achieve what you want. high self-esteem and intention also help. this series of books helps you recognize these qualities in yourself.
16. how to be happy
are you unhappy? even if you are happy, you can always be happier. In this book, Carla Stein gives you simple tools for a happier life. He has collected research information, read many books on the subject, and learned from his own life experience. Stein explains the causes of unhappiness and the mistakes that are made in looking for it. you learn the false assumptions that are holding you back and how to let go of what is holding you back. she provides 10 techniques to create real happiness by adding meaning and purpose to your life. she can immediately start adding happiness to her everyday life.
17. do it, now!
Hiram Tolworth’s book gives you a simple five-step approach to making things happen. you will determine your priorities and with specific action steps you will immediately begin to create achievements. you can finish your to-do list by getting rid of procrastination and excuses. get used to doing things!
18. goal achievement
coleen cook starts her short book by telling you the distinction between someone who sets goals and someone who achieves goals. reading this will give you a cook’s eye on intent and achievement. when you gain perspective, see what your specific strengths are, and prioritize your goals so that what you do day-to-day builds toward your long-term goals.
19. thoughts become you
Are you ready to awaken your full potential for personal growth and development? mack buckley shows you how to eliminate negative beliefs and develop positive ones. determine what is keeping you stuck and learn how to use positive thinking and gratitude as vehicles to change your life. this book is a must read for anyone looking to improve their life.
20. dare to change 2
With Omar Jarvis’s book, you have the opportunity to take the most pressing area of your life and change it for the better by forming new habits. All areas of your life can be changed by implementing this challenge, but it’s best to work on just one every 30-day period. By always keeping your eyes on the goal, even if you’re taking small steps, you won’t lose momentum in the overall process.
jarvis says that getting started is the hardest part of the process. he guides you to make small daily positive changes. he will empower you with a set of techniques and skills to change your life in very positive ways that will surprise you.
21. this is not a self help book
jack terry tells the story of how he realized one day that his life was a long way from where it should have been. he made a long journey back. in documenting his experiences, he includes his many mistakes and states that they should be welcomed as part of the journey. Terry acknowledges that he can’t directly help anyone, but if you pay attention to what he has to say during his return, you might benefit from what he’s learned.
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