5 Self-Help Books to Read in 2024
Our New Years have been all about understanding how we can be better people. We planned to improve our diets and hit the gym. We also want to practice better sleep hygiene. However, resolutions can (and should) go beyond physical health. What about the way you treat others? How can you be more kind to your mind? Are there other parts of your inner monologue preventing you from being better? Many times, your mental health is the root of the issue.
That said, achieving good mental health is a challenge. And it's expensive. Thankfully, you can still educate yourself for an affordable price by investing in a few self-help books. Below, find five ones we love.
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Our bad habits are the ones that feel impossible to break. Unfortunately, those are often the ones that keep you from reaching your highest potential, too. James Clear wants you to know you can replace those toxic behaviors with good ones. In this bestselling novel, he will teach you his foolproof system to do so. If you need more convincing, he also offers testimonies from Olympic medalists, star comedians and more inspiring individuals.
Body Talk by Katie Sturino
A poor relationship with your body can feel like it'll last forever. After all, you have to look at yourself in the mirror for your entire life. And in the age of social media, everything has gotten worse. You have a constant reminder of people who are "more beautiful" or "more toned" and endless filters and Photoshop edits.
Katie Sturino conquered the war. Now, she's ready to share her findings in Body Talk. Goop described this book as a "brilliant, hilarious, adorably illustrated" story as Kate offers feel-good affirmations, anecdotes and takeaways to end negative self-talk.
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Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
Elizabeth Gilbert believes there are "strange jewels" hidden inside of us. They are the thoughts and emotions that spark ideas for businesses, art and more passion projects. With Big Magic, she will give you the toolset to uncover them. And you can say goodbye to "needless suffering" by showing you exactly how to face your fears head-on. It's effective—Olivia Rodrigo said she swears by it in her interview with GQ.
Cringeworthy by Melissa Dahl
Did you recently tell a waiter to enjoy their meal? Or, maybe you accidentally like your crush's post on Instagram from seven years ago. We've been there, too—and it always feels like our entire world will come crashing down shortly after. But in her new book Cringeworthy: A Theory of Awkwardness, Melissa Dahl wants to change the stigma around uncomfortable moments. Discover why embarrassing interactions are productive for your psyche and how to use them in your favor.
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before by Dr. Julie Smith
Therapy can unexpectedly bring many lightbulb moments. Usually, it's a lot more simple than you expect, but you'll still be left wondering, "How have I never thought about that?" Dr. Julie Smith summarizes all those moments in her 2022 novel, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? The book will give you a "practical solution" to many everyday problems that leave you feeling depressed, hopeless and insecure.
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