Reading is a great way to preserve and take care of your mental health
CREDIT: This is an edited version of an article that originally appeared on Calmer
Whether you’re looking for relaxation, guidance, motivation, or excitement, books can certainly help lift your spirits and relieve stress.
- Good vibes, good life: Vexatious King
Vex King’s Instagram posts routinely go viral due to their motivational messages, and as you can tell from the title, this book is similar. Good vibes, good life draws on the author’s experiences to provide practical advice on wellness, including self-care, establishing good habits, manifesting, and finding your higher purpose.
- You are here: An Owner’s Manual for Dangerous Minds: Jenny Lawson
Lawson’s book uses a combination of images and powerful life advice on topics of self-improvement, therapy, color, and humor. Are you here is both funny and honest. It’s a great read that will undoubtedly help you deal with whatever life throws at you with confidence and creativity.
- Super Attractor: Methods to Manifest a Life Beyond Your Wildest Dreams: Gabrielle Bernstein
Manifestation is ‘the act or process of taking something expected and bringing it to life’. Bernstein’s book allows you to try to manifest the life you dream of. super attractor takes a spiritual approach, advising you to live in accord with the universe to create the life you want.
- the book of happiness: Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama
If you don’t trust Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama, it’s clear who you will trust! Both men have shown immense courage and resilience to achieve what they have despite the challenges they have faced and still exude compassion and even humor. the book of happiness is based on this; the two inspirational icons discuss how to discover and preserve joy, even in the most difficult times
- It’s okay to have strong feelings: Carissa Potter
This book is perfect for anyone who feels like they need a little support. It’s okay to have strong feelings offers practical and honest ideas to help you better understand yourself and give yourself that little extra love. Carissa Potter’s writing style also means it’s not a heavy read; it even incorporates relatable comedy into an often difficult subject matter.
