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Self help books that should be on your to read list

by Ncumisa Lerato Kunana
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Where do you find the motivation to overcome life’s various obstacles? When everything seems to be falling apart, where do you begin? Or even better, what can you use to motivate yourself?

Books! Self-help books, not just any books!

Almost everyone who is successful will vouch for reading. In truth, many of the world’s most successful people overcame significant challenges that posed a threat to their success by reading.

You can learn from others’ failures, be inspired by their testimony, and, most importantly, apply the advice and lessons to your own life by making it a practice to read inspirational books.

So you’re in the perfect place if you’re wondering what inspiring books are worthwhile of your time and effort. Buckle up as we take a look at 10 of the best inspirational books you should give a read.

1. Atomic Habits -James Clear

2. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People– Stephen Covey

3. Make Your Bed–William H McRaven

4. You Are A Badass-How To Stop Doubting Your Greatness– Jen Sincero

5. Think and Grow Rich–Napoleon Hill

6. The Four Agreements-Don Miguel

7. The 5 Second Rule– Mel Robbin

8. The Alchemist– Paulo Coelho

9. Awaken The Giant Within- Tony Robbins

10. The Art of Happiness– Dalai Lama

According to change.org, self help books are excellent resources for reviving oneself. In reality, the majority of successful people said that reading motivating literature gave them comfort when they felt down or unmotivated is what made them successful.

When reading inspirational books, the key is to be honest with yourself and make a commitment to learning, not just finishing the book.

Also see: Use your goals to help you grow

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