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As a self-proclaimed self-help seeker, I have never been able to pass up a good inspiring read. As a vacation approaches, I want my books to be educational, yet light. Here are three really good books I read recently. Each has helped me to shed light on new aspects of personal growth, including career, relationships, and self-improvement. Throw these in your vacation bag, next to your bedside table, or next to your summer beach chair.
Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir
By Ina Garten
What the book is about
This is a light and entertaining book yet it really captures how driven Ina Garten is as a businesswoman. It is a memoir that is full of life, marriage, and business lessons yet told in such a fun, playful tone. It travels to different places, like France and the Hamptons, and is full of wonderful food stories. Would be a must read on a vacation!
Why I loved it
The relationship between Jeffrey and Ina is really admirable. They supported one another’s dreams and at times had to make sacrifices for the betterment of the other. I love Barefoot Contessa’s cooking shows and it really captures the back story of Ina’s life and how she got there. It is a career, relationship, and travel book in disguise and I found it so heartwarming I couldn’t put it down. Get this book.
Don’t Believe Everything You Think
by Joseph Nguyen
What the book is about
This book discusses how our thoughts can lead to suffering. We have a tendency to overthink which takes us down a negative road. It provides gentle guidance and techniques in mindfulness and how to deal with these runaway thoughts.
Why I loved it
As a person who tends to be an overthinking worry wart, it really calms my anxiety. It taught me about the mind and the ability for thinking to take you down a negative path. It gave me permission to not have to think my problems away. When stuff happens, I don’t have to think about it. I can just ‘be’ with it. In the short time, since I’ve read it, I’ve experienced more peace of mind. I only wish I would have ready this book sooner in life. Get this book.
It begins with you: The 9 hard truths about love that will change your life
By Jillian Turecki
What the book is about
This relationship book is a ‘truth be told’ guide about doing things that will set you up for success in love and relationships. It is candidly written in a friendly, relatable yet direct tone. Each chapter provides instruction in one truth that will provide insight to deepen your relationships, including the most important one with yourself.
Why I loved it
Having spent years searching for love, I finally made some changes which resulted in my 18 loving years with my husband. Having read this book recently, I felt it was really in line with what I believe to have worked in my own relationship. Great relationships require knowing yourself, accepting your partner, and doing the committed work on your relationship to support one another. This book will help you to improve your communication skills in relationships and direct your actions to set-you up for success. I realized I still needed some pointers. Get this book.
A great inspirational read can really impact your day-to-day life. These 3 books are the latest installment in my personal path to self-improvement. May the wisdom bring forth growth and joy to your life.
