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Books that changed by life

As an avid reader, there's a short list of books that have impacted my life in a lasting way. The messages in these books has stayed with me over the years and influenced the way I live and look at the world. 

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You can find a list of my favourite books on Bookshop.org. Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to help local, independent bookstores thrive in the age of ecommerce. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase to help me cover some of the costs of running this website.

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If you don't use the links, please consider getting the book from a local bookstore or library. 

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Creativity: Big Magic

An uplifting read on how Liz Gilbert relates to her creativity. This book helped me reconnect with my own creativity.

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Creativity: The Artist's Way

A 12 week program that helps you explore yourself, your life, and shares exercises to connect you with yourself and your creativity.

Inspiration: Barking to the Choir by Gregory Boyle

Gregory Boyle's account of working at Homeboy Industries - the largest gang reform program in the world. Gregory's writing style is funny and touching and love leaps off the page in this one.

Mental Health: Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach

How to accept yourself as you are

Mental Health: Self-Compassion by Kristen Neff

An overview of self-compassion and how to practice it by one of the leading researchers on the topic.

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Mental Health: The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk

An overview of trauma, approaches, and learnings from the trauma center in Boston. A good source for learning about different treatment modalities. Warning: contains detailed descriptions of traumatic events.

Motivation: You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero

An uplifting and motivating book by a success coach. Funny and practical.

Poetry: Rumi - In the Arms of the Beloved by Jonathan Star

My favourite collection of Rumi's poems.

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