Self-help

Navigating the world of twelve-step recovery can seem intimidating at first, especially if you're more likely to groan at the "Just for Today" fridge magnets than embrace them. You might even be conjuring images of sullen groups dreary community halls, chanting strange literature that seems about as useful as a chocolate teapot. Hold that eye-roll! Let's untangle that giant ball of...

Getting tired of popping pills for every ailapment and thinking there’s got to be another way? You've moseyed into the right saloon, partner! We're about to dive into a world that might seem like witchcraft if you're a traditional medicine proponent. But hey, these homemade brews and healing chants have been around a lot longer than your local pharmacy. Chill your herbal tea and fluff your...

Buckle up, seekers of the soul—or the soulful, if you will. We're about to dive into the big ocean of 'spiritual self-help' books, where there's a little bit less focus on Chi energy or complex Yogic postures, and a little bit more on the simple, ever mystical question: Why am I here, and where did I put my keys again? Oh, and also: How can I be a better human? Now, this isn’t about turning...

You’ve heard of ‘self-help junkie’, right? If not, welcome to the fold. This is the place for those of us who turn to books as our de facto therapists, our paper-and-ink sages that guide us through the rough waters of modern life. And today, our focus is on a relationship quirk none of us are totally immune to: codependency. Now, let's get this straight, we’re not trying to sell snake oil or...

Ever feel like you're in a constant arm-wrestling match with a salmon sandwich? Or that you’re on a perpetual treadmill, running circles in the never-ending 'my-body-isn't-good-enough’ marathon? Trust me, we've all been there. And while a magic wand that can make these feelings vanish in a puff of glitter would be just peachy, we live in the real world, where unicorns are an endangered species...

Do you ever walk into a room and forget why you went in in the first place? Or perhaps you’ve experienced that awkward moment when you bump into someone familiar and their name just slips right out of your mind? Trust me, we've all been there. But don't worry too much, it’s not your memory giving up on you, it’s just asking for a bit of exercise. Welcome to the mental gym – also known as the...

Books - they can take us into magical realms in the comfort of our armchairs. They can make us fall in love, break our hearts, introduce us to new perspectives. Sometimes, they even help us claw our way back from the abyss, hit the reset button, start anew. Now, this is the realm we're diving into today – addiction and recovery, with a healthy side of no judgment and a good dollop of empathic...

Navigating the choppy waters of life post-abuse can feel like running a marathon with a pebble in your shoe. It's uncomfortable, confusing, and you'd probably rather be binge-watching your favorite series with a heaping bowl of ice cream. But hey, the good news is, there are folks who’ve donned the superhero cape and penned down some serious wisdom in the form of self-help books. These literary...

Welcome, you relentless go-getters, to the ultimate self-improvement book showdown. This here is the promised land of literary enlightenment for those fueled by the desire to get ahead, get inspired, or just get their life together. We're here to unravel the pages of the best business and self-improvement books. So sit back, grab a cup of coffee, and prepare to up your game. Drum roll, please,...

Looking for enlightenment, but not quite ready to abandon the hustle and bustle of life for the tranquility of the Himalayas? That's where a killer self-help book comes in handy! These unassuming little troves of wisdom can guide you through the labyrinth of spiritual growth without requiring you to renounce WiFi. Imagine curling up on your comfy couch, clad in cozy PJs, hot cocoa in hand, with...

Let's get real, divorce can be just about as fun as removing a Band-Aid... from your soul. It’s a dizzying process filled with legal jargon and emotional minefields. But remember the golden rule of the break-up club: 'You're not alone, buddy!' So, if you've ever found yourself at 2 AM, stress-eating pizza leftovers, and Googling "How to survive divorce?", this is your haven. Here we're lining...

It's undeniable: we're all works in progress. Whether you're hustling your way up the corporate ladder, trying to maintain a semblance of sanity while raising kids or simply seeking a life that revolves around something other than binge-watching the third season of 'Stranger Things' (no judgment here), a little personal growth and self-imvement goes a long way. Now, let's be honest self-help...

Ah, patience and self-control – two virtues that we all seem to admire, but aren't as enthusiastic when it comes to actually practicing. Yet, they're arguably the secret ingredients to leading a harmonized life. Welcome to the club of folks seeking the enlightenment of patience and the mastery of self-control, or maybe you're here because your last attempt at mustering patience ended up with...

Picture this: You've had a long day of Zoom meetings that somehow seem more draining than in-person ones, your To-Do list has evolved into a To-Do scroll, and let's not even get started on that mound of laundry perched perilously atop your washing machine. Stress? You’re just a wee bit familiar with the term. Sure, you've heard about mindfulness and meditation to help manage this modern-day...

Confidence. Some folks seem to be swimming in it, while others can't even find it in a dictionary. Sure, maybe that's an exaggeration, but you get the point. Confidence remains one of those elusive traits that manage to trip many of us on an everyday basis. But breather, behold the power of a good book. Ah, the intoxicating scent of new knowledge and fresh perspectives! Maybe you're on the hunt...

Are you tired of binge-watching your favourite Netflix series or mindlessly scrolling through social media, only to your little cronies giving you advice on life? Oh, crap. Probably not what you had in mind when you thought about transforming your thought patterns, huh? Either way, it's time to the 'refresh' button on your mental browser. And what better way to do that than a couple of good ol'...

Well, well, well... look what the cat dragged in—a fellow book lover hunting for some inspirational reads. Isn't it fascinating how some humble ink on paper has the power to unlock such incredible realms of happiness and fulfillment? Always good to meet another member of the "judges a book by its contents" club. Tell me, aren't we all on this constant merry-go-round of life, trying to grab the...

How many times have you heard phrase 'what doesn’t kill you makes you'? It sounds like something a grizzled TV detective might grumble, coupled with a world-weary sigh. But let's face it, resilience isn’t something you catch like a cold; it's not a skill you can pull out of your magical Mary Poppins bag when you need it. It’s something learned, painstakingly chiseled by the repeated grating of...

Sipping on your morning coffee, browsing through life's handbook, ah! Doesn’t that sound relaxing? But hold on a minute--life didn't come with instructions, did? Well, the good news is that there are plenty of surrogate handbooks in the form of self-help books designed to give you a boost of life-advice caffeine. Strolling down the mammoth aisles of a bookstore or typing ‘self-help’ into an...

Sometimes life feels like climbing Everest. Blindfolded. On a pogo stick. Okay, maybe not that extreme, but you get the picture. It's no secret that mindset plays a mammoth role in how we navigate this rollercoaster called life. So, how do you build a on par with Chuck Norris? That’s where glory of a well-chosen book comes in! Books have this charming knack of whispering (sometimes screaming)...