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Book reviews for the self-help enthusiast to help you conquer obstacles and achieve goals.
The 10 Best Motivational Books for Students
"The difference between try and triumph is a little umph." But sometimes, that last bit of motivation can be hard to come by. Furthermore, once you find that drive, it can be difficult to figure out how to stay motivated. Navigating the academic waters of college can be tricky. You’re in this weird kind of limbo where you are still a student, but also an adult, and now have to carry the responsibilities of both. You’re going to learn a lot about yourself, life, and others in the next few years, but sometimes you may feel just a tiny bit stressed. You may want some advice about different things along the way. That is how this list has come to be. I have gathered some of the best motivational books for students out there, each with a specific area in mind, to help guide you through whatever new problem school or life may be throwing your way.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Motivation
Does the Law of Attraction Actually Exist?
My uninformed impression of the law of attraction was that what you put out into the world is what you get back. On the surface this seems like it could be appealing, and support the notion that the world is a fair place.
By Ashley L. Peterson7 years ago in Motivation
Best Self-Help Books for Alcoholics
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), 8.4% of adult men and 4.2% of adult women in the United States suffer from an alcohol abuse disorder—over 9 million men and over 5 million women. Many people with alcohol dependencies and addictions don't even realize it, while others are aware of the signs that they're drinking too much alcohol, but do not change it, whether out of a belief that they can't, or a lack of commitment to the kinds of steps one needs to take to recover.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Motivation
Inspirational Books that Will Change Your Life
Often times in life, we are searching for a direction, a sign, a source of inspiration. This need for inspiration can pertain to health, a career path, or any variety of life chances and choices. Are you ready to take the steps to reach your full potential? Are you looking to change your routine and get moving in a new direction? Is it time to do some “spring cleaning” in your life? Read on for a list of inspirational books that will change your life.
By Salvador Lorenz7 years ago in Motivation
'Light Is the New Black' by Rebecca Campbell Book Review
I received this book as a graduation present in June. I had been dreading graduating because I knew that a transition time would follow earning that diploma. What’s next? To me, transition times feel like a state of limbo: unknowing, unfamiliar, and uncontrollable. I had been using this limbo time for self-reflection and self-analysis, which was entirely enhanced by Light Is the New Black by Rebecca Campbell. It took me a minute to pick up the book after I graduated, but once I did, I couldn’t put it down.
By Emma J7 years ago in Motivation
A Personal Legend and How It Affects Its Seeker
According to Paulo Coelho, a “Personal Legend” is the calling that every individual has; one that is the highest accomplishment in their life. The protagonist of The Alchemist, Santiago, changes as a result of taking this journey by not only learning about himself in every step of the way, but the universe as well. This change often occurs when a person abandons one life for another, discovers what their Personal Legend is, takes risks and experiences obstacles and learns from these experiences, continuously improving beyond their search.
By John-Andrew Zacharakis7 years ago in Motivation
'The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari' and the Key to Happiness
In such a fast-paced world, where you constantly seem to have no time for...anything, you feel tired after a long day in the office, and always look for something more than what you already have, you keep asking yourself the same question-– am I happy?
By Dani Petrov8 years ago in Motivation
What I Learned from 'Big Magic' by Elizabeth Gilbert
I recently finished Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert, and whew. Talk about a life-changer. I picked it up a while back from my college's Barnes and Noble after getting a gift card for Christmas from my grandparents. I tucked it away on my bookshelf and completely forgot about it until I was packing up everything to leave Texas for the summer. I came across it, was like "Oh yeah, I own this," and threw it in my suitcase with the rest of my belongings. Three weeks later, I'm finished with it and still brooding over its wisdom. For me, this book brought a whole new meaning to what creative living means and today, I'm here to share my favorite bits from it, which, by the way, were exceedingly difficult to choose. There's a lot of stuff in here, but I'll save some of it for you to discover on your own. So if you'd like to hear a bit of Liz Gilbert's wisdom on pushing past fear to live creatively, just keep reading.
By Hannah Bonner8 years ago in Motivation
10 Inspirational Books Every Woman in Their 20s Should Read
There's nothing wrong in needing a little motivation and encouragement every now and then to remind you that you have goals to fulfill and dreams to capture. We all certainly need a push. How else did those who succeeded in life did it? They had to be motivated! We need to see a reason, we need to see our purpose, and we need to see our capabilities when it comes to living our lives. And everyone has goals in life—it just takes some inspiration to get us there.
By Penny Newton8 years ago in Motivation
Best Self Help Books for Low Self-Esteem
Many of us feel under the weather nearly everyday. And I don't mean we're dealing with a cold, I'm talking about low self-esteem. There are multiple people out there who are constantly dealing with low self-esteem on the daily and just can't seem to pick themselves up in the mornings. At work or at school, low self-esteem can prevent us from doing so many things. This can even hold us back from accomplishing and reaching for our goals in life.
By Rachel Blanchard8 years ago in Motivation
Best Marriage Self-Help Books to Get You Through It
Marriage isn't easy. Either you were recently married or married for 40 years, there will definitely be times of disagreements and quarrels, but they're all 100 percent normal. All couples fight. Arguments are bound to happen in a relationship and honestly, if you and your partner never argue or disagree over something, then something might be wrong there.
By Jennifer Violet8 years ago in Motivation
