RESOURCES: Books to Support Your Evolution
Hey there beautiful soul,
If you're on the hunt for some soul-stirring (or mind-boggling) reads, I want to share a few of my all-time favourite books in the realm of self-discovery and personal growth.
Each of these books has left a lasting impression on me, offering powerful perspective shifts and inspiration exactly when I needed it most.
They've become staples in my life, and I truly hope they bring something meaningful to your journey as well.
With love,
TOP PICKS: A Good Place to Start
THE POWER OF NOW
Eckhart Tolle
A timeless spiritual guide - my first eye opener from more than a decade ago.
If your thoughts run the show, this book will teach you how to observe them instead. It’s not always easy reading, but it’s one of those books that changes you simply by being with it.
THE UNTETHERED SOUL
Michael A. Singer
An absolute must read! On living a more spiritual life.A profound spiritual read on how to detach from the voice in your head and live from a place of presence and freedom. Soul-level wisdom on living a more spiritual life.
I COULD BE WRONG
Bjorn Natthiko Lindeblad
Easy to digest and an absolute joy to read. It feels like a friend gently putting a hand on your shoulder.
Written by a beloved Swedish monk-turned-storyteller, this is a humble, humorous, and deeply moving book on letting go, facing death, and living with grace.
INWARD
Yung Pueblo
Poetry-meets-personal growth. This book is full of short, beautiful reflections that feel like mini meditations. Inspiring, calming, and grounding.
I often read a page in the morning to inspire my day.
IN THE FLOW
Alisa Vitti
Both powerful for understanding hormonal health and cyclical living. Learn how to work with your body instead of against it.
Every woman needs a copy.
WOMAN CODE by Alisa Vitti is also fantastic.
THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE
Bessel Van der Kolk
In my humble opinion, another ESSENTIAL read that changed my perspective on the human mind-body forever. (Years back, when I was suffering from panic attacks and intense anxiety this really helped me understand what was really going on + leading me to the right combination of healing.)
Trauma, The Body & The Nervous System
🧬 The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
An essential read for understanding how trauma lives in the body. Insightful for anyone doing healing work or supporting others in theirs.
🧬 When the Body Says No – Gabor Maté
Explores the link between stress, repressed emotions, and physical illness. Powerful insights into the cost of not listening to your inner world.
🧬 The Myth of Normal – Gabor Maté
Challenges what we think of as "normal" in our modern world. Deep, wide-ranging, and incredibly validating if you’ve ever felt out of place.
🧬 The Biology of Belief – Bruce Lipton
A groundbreaking book on epigenetics and how our beliefs and environment shape our biology. Hopeful, empowering, and a science-spirituality bridge.
🌬 Breath – James Nestor
Who knew breathing had so much to teach us? A fascinating look at how breath affects our health, mind, and longevity.
Self-Discovery Workbooks That Are Helpful
🪞 The Mindful Way Workbook – Williams, Teasdale, Segal, Kabat-Zinn
An excellent hands-on guide for managing anxiety and depression with mindfulness. Structured as a course, it’s clear and supportive.
🪞 Freedom from Your Inner Critic + Workbook – Jay Earley & Bonnie Weiss
Uses parts work (IFS) to help you recognize and disarm your inner critic. Practical exercises and gentle, deep work.
🪞 How to Meet Yourself – Dr. Nicole LePera
A journal-style workbook designed to help you reconnect with your authentic self. Approachable, beautiful, and very actionable.
Light & Easy Reads (But Still Deep)
🌸 The Beauty in the Stillness – Karin Hadadan
Soft, poetic, and soothing. Feels like a hug in book form. A gentle nudge back to the present moment and your inner calm.
🔥 Untamed – Glennon Doyle
A bold call to listen to your inner knowing and break free from external expectations. Honest, fiery, and inspiring.
🌿 The Top Five Regrets of the Dying – Bronnie Ware
Written by a palliative care nurse, this book offers raw, powerful lessons on what truly matters in life. A heart-opener.
💛 The Gifts of Imperfection – Brené Brown
A classic on embracing vulnerability, letting go of perfection, and living wholeheartedly. Deeply human and compassionate.
🕊 Radical Acceptance – Tara Brach
Teaches you to love yourself as you are. Part Buddhist wisdom, part psychological insight. Healing and freeing.
💬 The Art of Communicating – Thich Nhat Hanh
Reminds us that words can be medicine. This book helps you speak, listen, and love more mindfully.
Self-Discovery & Inner Transformation
🧠 No Bad Parts – Richard Schwartz
Introduces Internal Family Systems (IFS) and the idea that every part of you is trying to help. Deep inner work with a lot of compassion.
🤝 Nonviolent Communication – Marshall Rosenberg
A life-changing approach to communication rooted in empathy and understanding. A must for conscious relationships.
Mindfulness Books
🌀 Heal Thyself – Saki Santorelli
Saki Santorelli is a beautiful, honest and mindful human who just makes you feel like you’re going to be OK no matter what. This book is specifically about mindfulness as a healing modality in medicine, but the highly relatable stories transcend this context and touches something much deeper about being human. I would consider this book especially useful if you are a teacher/guide/coach of any form.
🌀 Finding Peace in a Frantic World – Mark Williams & Danny Penman
A super practical guide, structured like a course. Perfect for those new to mindfulness or dealing with modern stress.
🌀 The Art of Communicating – Thich Nhat Hanh
Short and beautiful. Teaches how to make your words a practice of love.
🌀 Wherever You Go, There You Are – Jon Kabat-Zinn
Classic and accessible. Helps you see mindfulness as a way of being, not just a meditation practice.
🌀 The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle
A deep dive into the nature of ego, awareness, and peace. Powerful and perspective-shifting.
🌀 I May Be Wrong – Björn Natthiko Lindeblad
Soothing, funny, and wise. Gentle stories and reflections on mindfulness, loss, and being human.
Best Book on Building Habits
🧱 Atomic Habits – James Clear
Practical, sharp, and motivating. A modern classic on how small changes create big results.
Feminine Wisdom & Cyclical Living
In the Flo – Alisa Vitti
Learn to live in sync with your hormonal cycle. Empowering, educational, and revolutionary for women’s health.
The Fifth Vital Sign – Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Turns your menstrual cycle into a source of wisdom. Full of insight and helpful tools.
Women Who Run with the Wolves – Clarissa Pinkola Estés
Rich, mythical, and wild. Explores feminine archetypes and healing through storytelling. A deeply intuitive read.
Best Book for Understanding Yoga
Bringing Yoga to Life – Donna Farhi
Goes beyond poses to the heart of yoga as a spiritual practice.
Trust, Healing & Universal Support
Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender – David R. Hawkins
A powerful guide to releasing resistance, fear, and control. Insightful and freeing.
The Universe Has Your Back – Gabrielle Bernstein
A modern, spiritual book on surrender, trust, and aligning with love. Easy to read and encouraging.
You Can Heal Your Life – Louise Hay
A classic in the self-healing space. Based on affirmations and the mind-body connection. Full of hope and empowerment.
