Reading has a way of making an impact on our lives and changing the way we think and observe. I have been reading a lot. There are so many books that I have to write about. They have not only influenced me but instigated a lot of positive difference in my life. I believe if they can drive so much difference in my life, they will do the same to you. Some of these books unearth philosophies, drive spirituality and could be beneficial to your personal and career growth.
1. Oh the places you will go by Dr. Seuss
If you are starting out on your independant journey through life, whether you are coming out of High School or college, this book shows how you can take charge of your life. It equipped me with the courage to pursue my purpose and direction in life. I believe it can also inspire you to discover yourself and take action to go the direction you chose to take.
2. The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
Brene Brown tought me to be thankful in her book The Gifts of Imperfection. We tend to want to be perceived as perfect not only in our own eyes but in the eyes of others. This is something that could leave us drained. However we should always learn to be thankful of who we are and what we are. We should never judge ourselves and feel inadequate despite the inordinate flow of messages and images by the media.
3. Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
This book is about how you can get your personal finance right. Reading through this book I found what was amiss in my life. It was not about just working for money but making sure my money worked for me. Finding out that hole or discovering that wealthy mentality of investing and seeing wealth not as an accident but as a result of action could make a lot of difference in your life.
4. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
This book by Robert Greene which has become popular amongst prison inmates, business leaders and celebrities makes you understand the philosophy of becoming great and managing greatness. With 48 amazing principles Robert Greene has taught me effective and strategic methods in handling power and greatness.
5. Life of Pi by Yann Martel
What makes this story so great or inspiring is that after the protagonist lost his family on a journey he built a relationship with a tiger that made him see the world differently. A superb work of fiction by Yann Martel, the beauty of the journey in The life of Pi can make you realize and discover what should be truly important in your life.
6. Harry Potter Series by J.K Rowling
It is so difficult not to put Harry Potter on this list because it did hit me as a fantastical book that brought out human eccentricities and mystics through the eye of a boy. Through your challenges Harry Potter will make you see the amusing and fascinating angle in it.
7. The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell
This book started me on a spiritual journey to find out the special quality inside of me. It is a book that makes you discover yourself. It breaks beyond whatever religious opinion you may have but broadens your insight into your own spiritual life which you might have already established.
8. The One Thing by Gary Keller
This book helped me prioritize on what is important and it will help you discover that too. If you are having hectic days and are overwhelmed with work you should read this to evaluate your priorities and pursue those things that are really important.
9. On Writing by Stephen King
We all get broken sometimes. Stephen King in his memoir On Writing discusses how he was able to pass through depressing times to hit into the next stage. There were rejections and many times he downed bottles to get through depressing times. This book helped me understand how to make it through difficult times and that we are not alone with our experiences.
10. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
This book showed me the importance of not playing the victim. Complaining and throwing blames do not solve problems but speaking and taking charge of whatever situation you are presented with by acting erases your difficulties.
These are ten books that have inspired me, what are yours?
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