The growing literary field of ‘self-development’ has produced some truly brilliant books in recent years. But with increased choice, comes the additional task of actually finding those titles worth our attention. Nothing like reading 200+ pages to establish a concept should have been a social post, or essay at best. Worry not, there is more soul nurturing growth, beyond the well-known top reading lists.
Here are three under the radar publications which might easily become your buy-everyone-you-know gifts :
Meditation for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
This book is like your best friend guiding you through a perspective shift, mixed with practical advice, purpose-led thinking, worldview elevation and a dose of profound tough-love for measure. Highly recommend reading it as the author intended – a chapter a day for four weeks. A crash-course in living with intention and gratitude.
The Source by Tara Swart
If you have felt intrigued by Manifestation, Visualisation and Law of Attraction, but remained hesitant whether these are just the latest new age pop-psych concepts, then this is the book for you. The author is a neuroscientists who offers evidence based guidance on how the brain works, useful techniques rooted in studies, and a step-by-step process to harness the power of our mind.
Life in Three Dimensions by Shigehiro Oishi
Many recent publications tackle the topic of what achievements can make us feel successful, but when a foremost psychologist combines generations worth of studies with inspiring real life examples the result is a potential trailblazing book. The author offers us a perspective on a third dimension of a good life, psychological richness, and how it can elevate our existence through curiosity, exploration, and a variety of experiences.
Written by Devi Mateeva (Guest Editor)
