Books

Welcome to the book recommendations page, a collection of inspiring reads that support personal growth, mindset shifts, and lasting transformation.  Each title here is geared to empower your journey toward a more fulfilled and aligned life. 

Mindset, Personal Growth & Productivity

Stop Thinking, Start Living – Richard Carlson
A simple, practical guide to breaking the cycle of overthinking and finding inner peace.

Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff – Richard Carlson
Encourages calm and perspective with short reflections on how to stop stressing over life’s little annoyances.

Awaken The Giant Within – Tony Robbins
A motivational classic focused on taking control of your emotions, habits, and destiny.

The Miracle Morning – Hal Elrod
Introduces a powerful morning routine designed to transform your mindset, energy, and focus.

Atomic Habits – James Clear
Offers a proven system to build good habits, break bad ones, and master the small behaviors that lead to big change.

Be Brilliant Everyday – Andy Cope and Andy Whittaker
An uplifting and humorous look at how to feel good more often and bring out your best self.

The Art of Brilliance – Andy Cope and Andy Whittaker
A feel-good book that promotes positive psychology to help you thrive, not just survive.

The Mind Gym: Wake Up Your Mind – Mind Gym
Packed with exercises and tools to boost your thinking, decision-making, and emotional intelligence.

Zero Limits – Joe Vitale and Dr Len
Explores the Hawaiian healing practice of Ho’oponopono for clearing limiting beliefs and opening up to abundance.

I’m OK, You’re OK – Thomas A. Harris
A classic on Transactional Analysis that helps you understand communication and build healthier relationships.

NLP Coaching – Joseph O’Connor  (he has written many NLP books, so choose the one that most resonates with you)
An introduction to using Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques for powerful coaching and personal change.

4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals – Oliver Burkeman

A philosophical yet practical guide to embracing the limits of time and living more meaningfully.

Emotional Wellbeing & Mental Health

How To Help Someone With Anxiety – Dr Rachel M Allan
A compassionate, practical guide for supporting others through anxiety with empathy and clarity.

What Happened To You? – Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey
Explores how childhood trauma shapes us and how understanding it can lead to healing and connection.

The Grief Recovery Handbook – John W. James and Russell Friedman
A step-by-step approach to moving beyond loss and finding emotional completeness.

Surviving Survival / Deep Survival – Laurence Gonzales
Fascinating stories of survival that explore the psychology of trauma, resilience, and human instinct.

The Holistic Masterclass In How To Truly Love Life – Zen Jungle

A soulful and reflective guide on how to reconnect with joy, presence, and authentic living.

Everything You Need to Know to Feel Good – Candace Pert

An introduction to psychoneuroimmunology! It explains how your thoughts and feelings create chemical messages that shape your health and wellbeing. 

Holistic Healing

Mind Over Medicine – Dr Lissa Rankin
A compelling look at the mind-body connection and how beliefs and emotions influence physical health.

Heal Your Body – Louise Hay
A foundational book linking emotional patterns to physical symptoms, with affirmations for healing.

Your Body’s Many Cries For Water – Dr F. Batmanghelidj
Highlights how chronic dehydration may be at the root of many common health issues.

Cured – Dr Jeff Rediger
Investigates remarkable cases of spontaneous healing and the common factors that contribute to deep recovery.

Why We Sleep – Matthew Walker

A science-based exploration of how sleep affects every aspect of our physical and mental wellbeing. 

The Secret Language of Your Body – Inna Segal

A guide to understanding the emotional and energetic roots of physical symptoms, with healing practices and affirmations.

Lifestyle & Health

The Stress Solution – Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Offers easy-to-implement strategies for reducing stress and creating balance in modern life.

The 4 Pillar Plan – Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Focuses on four key areas—relaxation, food, movement, and sleep—for a healthier, happier life.

Easy Way To Stop Smoking – Allen Carr

Challenges beliefs about smoking and offers a clear method to quit without willpower or withdrawal.

Stop Drinking Now – Allen Carr

Uses the same no-nonsense approach to help readers break free from alcohol without guilt or struggle.

Sports and Endurance Mindset

NLP & Sports – Joseph O’Connor
Explores how Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques can enhance focus, motivation, and performance in sports.

Sporting Excellence: Optimising Sports Performance Using NLP – Ted Garratt
Offers practical NLP-based tools and exercises to boost athletic performance and mental toughness.

The Wim Hof Method – Wim Hof
Combines breathing techniques, cold exposure, and mindset to improve resilience and physical endurance.

Breath – James Nestor
Investigates the science and power of proper breathing for health, athleticism, and wellbeing.

The Ultra Mindset – Travis Macy with John Hanc
Shares stories and insights from ultramarathon runners on developing mental toughness and resilience.

Life Under Fire – Jason Fox
Memoirs and lessons from an elite military operative on courage, resilience, and mindset under pressure.

Breathing for Warriors – Dr Belisa Vranich and Brian Sabin
Practical breathing exercises designed to enhance athletic performance and recovery.

The Resilient Runner – William A. Peters

Guides runners through mental and physical strategies to build resilience and overcome challenges.