best workbooks and leadership for 2021
just like that, it’s 2021.
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We have crossed the threshold of a new year. 2020 is finally over. Of course, things didn’t magically return to “normal” once the clock struck midnight on December 31. Although the initial rounds of the Covid-19 vaccine were thankfully distributed, the pandemic continues to rage across the country and the effects of everything that happened last year will be with us for a long time.
however, while you should by no means ignore what’s going on in the world, you can’t let that stop you from taking positive steps forward. I’ve put together 21 books that will help you improve several different areas of your life, from finding happiness to achieving career success to building a better relationship with your partner, your friends, your money, and yourself. happy reading!
best leadership and workbooks for 2021
1. drive: the surprising truth about what motivates us by daniel h. pink
Contrary to popular belief, external rewards are not the best way to motivate people. Sure, this carrot-and-stick approach may work in the short term, but once the glitter of the prize wears off, the momentum will simply fade. Drawing on 40 years of research, pink brings to light the three elements that are absolutely key to human motivation.
2. big magic: a creative life beyond fear by elizabeth gilbert
if you suffer from a major creative block, this book is for you. Gilbert, bestselling author of Girls Town and Eat, Pray, Love, shares her secrets on how to find inspiration and realize creative dreams. So whether she wants to write a book, make some kind of artwork, or find an innovative way to approach a work challenge, she reads great magic to unlock and unleash her hidden creativity.
3. Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by mihaly csikszentmihalyi
The secret of true professional happiness? achieving a state of consciousness called flow, which is when you are fully immersed in an experience and it brings deep joy. But these situations do not have to happen by chance. as csikszentmihalyi explains, you can control when this positive state occurs (and use it as a data point to find your personal genius). his book will teach you how to do it.
4. the power of habit: why we do what we do in life and in business by charles duhigg
According to award-winning business reporter Charles Duhigg, to develop habits and unlock their true potential, you must understand the science behind habits. In his books, Duhigg shows us how this additional knowledge can help you change your life for the better and for the better.
best personal development books for 2021
5. unpleasant: prevent people from pleasing, remaining silent, & feeling guilty… and start speaking up, saying no, asking boldly and being yourself unapologetically by aziz gazipura
gazipura, a world-renowned confidence expert, wants to make sure you don’t suffer from an affliction that plagues so many of us: being too nice. By the time you’ve finished reading Not Nice, you’ll be better equipped to say no, ask for what he wants, and make your voice loud and clear—all without feeling guilty or anxious.
6. Wisdom of a Humble Jellyfish: And Nature’s Other Self-Care Rituals by rani shah
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Besides staying away from them while you’re in the water, what do you know about jellyfish? I’m willing to bet you didn’t know that when it comes to expending their energy, they’re pretty efficient and often take breaks to rest. this is just one example of how nature shows us the importance of slowing down and living more thoughtfully. Shah’s book is packed with more of this insightful wisdom and other self-care tips.
7. the alter ego effect: the power of secret identities to transform your life by todd herman
Are you stuck in a rut? Do you feel like you’re going nowhere? Herman, an expert in peak performance and personal leadership, can help. By reading his book, he will learn how to find his “alter ego,” the key to unlocking his true potential, which Herman calls his “heroic self.”
8. Buy Yourself the Damn Lilies: And Other Rituals to Fix Your Life, From Someone Who’s Been There by tara schuster
Schuster’s life seemed perfect. her career as a television executive was on the rise. but inside she was an absolute mess, riddled with anxiety, depression, and shame. after asking her drunken therapist for help, she began the journey to become a “self-love ninja”. In her book, she shares how you can do the same.
9. the little book of big lies: a journey towards inner well-being by tina lifford
No matter who you are, life is hard. it comes along with a lot of drama, fear and pain. but you must keep going, even in the most difficult moments. Tina Lifford, actress and founder of the inner fitness project, a personal development network, shares practical and meaningful insights on how to face life’s twists and turns head-on.
best relationship books for 2021
10. Eight Quotes: Essential Conversations for a Life of Love by Julie Schwartz Gottman, John Gottman, Doug Abrams, and Rachel Carlton Abrams
Marriage, or any long-term relationship for that matter, is far from easy. Why do you think traditional vows emphasize for better or for worse, on wealth or poverty? But just because committing to your soulmate isn’t a walk in the park, doesn’t mean there aren’t things you can do to strengthen and deepen your love. In this book, the authors provide a step-by-step guide to developing healthier communication habits with your partner.
11. Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples by Harville Hendrix and Helen Lakelly Hunt
You deserve to be in a happy, healthy and fulfilling relationship. but this will not happen with a simple movement of the nose, it requires work. Harnessing behavioral science, psychology, social learning theory, and neuroscience, Harville and Hunt’s guide will help you (and your partner) get the love you want.
12. How to be Single and Happy: Science-Based Strategies to Stay Sane While Searching for a Soul Mate by jennifer taitz
The truth is that you don’t need a romantic partner to complete you. But if you’re hoping to be in a relationship, being around your friends and co-workers as a couple isn’t that much fun. As a clinical psychologist, Taitz draws on his experience, current research, patient interviews, and positive psychology principles to help you live your life as happily as possible, even when you’re not attached to another person.
13. The Enneagram in Love: A Roadmap for Building and Strengthening Romantic Relationships by stephanie barron hall
Discovering your enneagram type is a fantastic way to learn more about your dialing, and it can be an amazing tool for your romantic relationship. This guide is packed with practical advice on how to forge a more fulfilling connection with your partner, identify strengths and weaknesses within a relationship, address any challenges you and your partner may face, and more. achieve a deeper love with the analysis of the romantic hall enneagram.
best friendship books for 2021
14. the art of showing up: how to be there for you and your people by rachel wilkerson miller
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Many of us struggle to juggle our career, romantic partner, parenting, and our own personal health. Often, there is one area that is really neglected: our friendships. If you want to maintain deep connections with people outside of your immediate family, you need to continually introduce yourself to them. In this book, learn how to take care of your friends and yourself.
15. frientimacy: deepening friendships for lifelong health and happiness by shasta nelson
Nowadays, the internet makes meeting new people a piece of cake. just turn on your computer and the world is at your fingertips. but form meaningful relationships? that’s a different story. Fortunately, Nelson is here to show you how to turn simple connections into deeply satisfying friendships that will stand the test of time.
best health books for 2021
16. superhuman: the bulletproof plan to age backwards and maybe even live forever by dave asprey
Getting old doesn’t have to be scary. At least, that’s what Asprey firmly believes. For more than two decades, she has explored myriad science-backed methods to help humans better live each passing moment. By studying and avoiding Asprey’s seven pillars of aging and implementing simple interventions, you’ll gain more energy, mental capacity, and a longer life.
17. The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Boost Your Immunity and Stay Healthy for Life by deepak chopra and rudolph e. tanzi
human beings have to work hard to stay healthy and it can be hard to know where to start. Chopra, physician and integrative medicine expert, and Tanzi, the pioneering neuroscientist who discovered the genes that cause Alzheimer’s, want to help you make the decisions that will allow you to build a lifelong, holistic health plan.
best personal finance books for 2021
18. your money or your life: 9 steps to transform your relationship with money and achieve financial independence by vicki robin
If you don’t fully understand your finances, they can be overwhelming and hold you back. Robin’s nine-step program, which has been successfully helping people for more than two decades, will help you better understand investing, manage multiple sources of income, develop the best financial habits, and more.
19. I will teach you to be rich: without guilt. there are no excuses. no bs just a 6 week program that works by ramit sethi
If you’ve ever been told to stop buying fancy coffee to accumulate wealth, I’m here to give you the good news: that advice is simply wrong. “Wealth Wizard” Ramit Sethi’s six-week program will teach you how to automate your finances, avoid (and get rid of) late fees, conquer your debt, create a rockstar savings account, and much more, all while you follow. buying things. you like (like that $5 seasonal latte).
best happiness books for 2021
20. the happiness advantage by shawn achor
Hard work equals more success, which leads to happiness, right? actually, that’s pretty bad. society may have told you this all your life, but the truth is that this way of thinking is backwards. To achieve the success you truly want, you must first find happiness, because positivity unlocks a treasure trove of creativity, excitement, resilience, productivity, and more. So how do we find true happiness? with the tried and true principles of achor.
21. Radically Happy: A User’s Guide to the Mind by Phakchok Rinpoche and Erric Solomon
authors solomon and rinpoche believe that there are three different types of happiness: basic, interconnected and, finally, radical. combine modern science and ancient wisdom to create a comprehensive program that will help readers on their journey to becoming radically happy.
Bonus: Check out the author’s book, The Genius Habit: How One Habit Can Radically Change Your Work and Life, by Laura Garnett.
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