Top 15 books for beginners
Top 15 books for beginners
I vividly remember the first time I got my hands on a self-help or improvement book. I was astounded. I realized that could be the master of my destiny and steer it to where I want to get. But not all growth or self-improvement books are made equal. Some help you out to start your journey; others give you a boost when you’ve achieved some experience in your journey.
Here are the best books for students or beginners which I recommend (Not in any
particular order).
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen. R. Covey
Goodreads rating – 4.1
The title of this book doesn’t capture all of its
beauty. In this book, Covey shares with us seven habits everyone should adopt
to truly be able to achieve whatever they want. It’s all not as easy as it
sounds. He emphasizes the fact that we need to change - a fundamental change in
how we perceive the world and ourselves. This book is packed with wisdom that
makes a difference. And just as I said, don’t let the title of the book fool
you, it is much more than just becoming more effective.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
Goodreads rating – 4.1
The power of now probably doesn’t need any
introduction. It is maybe the book that has had the biggest impact on our
consciousness in recent years. It has inspired millions of people worldwide to
live a more satisfying and benevolent life throughout the world with the help
of the practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness is a kind of technique that helps
people get over depression, increases emotional intelligence, and develops
compassion.
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Goodreads rating – 4.1
This book is a timeless legend that focuses on the
mindset of instead of making money. Even after that, this is still the best
finance book in the world for every teenager or young adult, and for good
reasons. It addresses a lot of myths like that you need to have a high-salary
job to make a living. That statement also now makes much more sense than ever
thanks to the gig economy and a variety of other opportunities for people to make
money. This book is filled with some of the best timeless quotes and lessons
that are still relevant today even as people’s perspective towards money hasn’t
changed much over the years. This book allows you to challenge your views about
money in many unique ways that other finance books don’t.
How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale
Carnegie
Goodreads rating – 4.2
This is one of the earliest self-improvement books I
have read and it is most probably one of the oldest in this category. This book
was written in 1937, primarily for the door-to-door salesman of that time, this
book by Carnegie is truly a classic. It doesn’t matter what is your line of
work or what your goals are. If you are in any kind of business, you need to
make it about the customers. Being nice goes a long way. And even when I might
not fully defend the content of this book because it doesn’t differentiate
between real interest and faking it to get what you want; but it still is full
of treasures of timeless wisdom.
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Goodreads rating – 4.2
This book is another masterpiece by Napoleon Hill
from 1937. Don’t bother with the edited versions as they all omit important and
controversial information: some about the goal of the book, some historical, which
push people to think and grow rich. The word rich means that this book is all
about money and material gains, and while it is a part of this but it is much
more than that. This is maybe the first explicit mention of positive thinking
on how to care not only about the cash in your pockets but also the thoughts in
your head. This is not only a grow-rich book but also a timeless guide to find out what
matters. As it mentions in the beginning ‘Riches can’t
always be measured in money!’
What to Say When You Talk to Your Self by Dr. Shad
Helmstettter
Goodreads rating – 4.1
This is a classic that is not often listed on the
best self-help book lists, this book can completely transform your life by
showing you how to master your inner self-talk. Our inner dialogues play a very
important role in our life, influencing virtually every decision we make every
day. But the problem is that our internal talk is mostly negative and
self-destructive. So, what happens when you learn how to master and change this
inner dialogue? Your whole life changes. If you believe that your inner
dialogues are holding you back, this book will give you a chance to change your
life forever.
The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent
Peale
Goodreads rating – 4.1
Dr. Peale’s classic is the ultimate self-help book,
being one of just a handful of early books from around the 1950s that shaped
the whole self-improvement space. That’s why there are many themes in the book
that you’ll see echoed throughout many of the other books on this list. The
value of positive thinking is such a basic part of self-improvement that it’s
now almost overlooked. The Power of Positive thinking is great for everyone who
is looking to get back to the basics and develop an optimistic mindset.
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
Goodreads rating – 4.2
The Magic of Thinking Big is another classic like
Peale’s Positive Thinking, so the instances and speech that Schwartz uses are
often entertaining in themselves. Apart from everything else, The Magic of
Thinking Big will teach you not to short-change yourself. Don’t settle, Think
Big, and watch as a simple shift in the way you think changes your results. The
Magic of Thinking Big is recommended for anyone looking to learn more about how
to use the mind to achieve higher levels of success.
Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robinson
Goodreads rating – 4.2
Knowing our self and mastering our emotions - both
good and bad is the key to a healthy self-sufficient system. Internationally
known and famous motivational speaker and author Tony Robbins, in his book,
Awaken the Giant Within, has presented some life-changing ways which can get us
closer to knowing and accepting ourselves better. The book gets us through a
step-by-step approach to becoming more self-dependent and in control of
ourselves. For the people who are struggling to find meaning in their lives,
this book can be an eye-opening self-guide for increased self-love and
acceptance.
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
Goodreads rating – 4.2
In between all the self-help books, researcher and author Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly strikes one at the heart of the most important issue of all: our lack of self-worth and struggles with shame. The main crux of Daring Greatly? You’re not alone in thinking that you’re not worthy. Most people feel the same way. It is the most universal challenge faced by everyone of all places and cultures. But you are worth it and you can find that self-worth if you are willing to open up and be vulnerable.
Eat That Frog! By Brian Tracy
Goodreads rating – 3.9
All of us know how that destructive downward spiral
feels. We have to do some big tasks thinking about which alone triggers
resistance. We don’t even know where to start from and feel overwhelmed before
we even start. We distract ourselves to get rid of that feeling, only to
realize and repent that hours went by - precious hours- and we find ourselves
in the same position as before, still clueless and but now, feel guilty on top
of it which expresses itself in more craving for distraction. To save us from
that infinite loop Tracy advises us to Eat that frog: to set our priorities
straight, break large tasks into smaller ones, learn when to tackle the big
frog first and when with something else.
Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor. E. Frankl
Goodreads rating – 4.4
In this book author, Victor has told about his
experience and that of his fellow prisoners as he has labored in four different
Nazi concentration camps, including Auschwitz. This book will give you both
chills and upliftment, faced with the idea that they would be trapped there for
the rest of their lives; he tells the tale of those who found meaning and those
who succumbed to nihilism.
Bhagavad Gita
Goodreads rating – 4.1
The Bhagavad Gita is an epic poem that reflects the
conversation between Arjuna the warrior and his charioteer Lord Krishna, the
manifestation of God. During the moments before the great battle, the dialogue
sets out to impart the most important lesson Arjuna must learn to change the
outcome of the war he was about to fight and winds up Krishna revealing to the
warrior his true cosmic form, counseling him to search for the universal
perfection of life. Ranging from intense moral discussions to yoga poses, the
Gita is one of the most important Hindu texts, it also serves as a practical
guide to living as well.
Ikigai by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles
Goodreads rating – 3.9
Everyone has an Ikigai or a reason for living. Japanese villages with the world’s longest-living people believe that having an Ikigai is necessary to live a happier and longer life because it makes every day meaningful. The author of Ikigai has interviewed a lot of these residents of this Japanese village and revealed their secrets to having a long and happy life, and sharing how to find your own personal Ikigai.
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