Bibliotherapy: Transformative Self-Care and Motivational Books for Your Shelf
By: Xitlally Velasco
Literature has the unique ability to transport us to different realms, offer profound insights, and provide the guidance we need to nurture our inner selves. And, in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to become so engrossed in our daily routines and responsibilities that we often forget to prioritize our own well-being.
One powerful way to delve into the world of self-care is through the pages of a book. In this blog, I’m excited to present you with a curated list of some top self-care books that have the potential to transform your life, one page at a time.
These books aren't just about idle reading; they are guides, companions, and sources of inspiration that will help you rediscover the importance of self-love, mindfulness, and personal growth. Whether you're seeking to enhance your mental resilience, improve your self-esteem, or simply indulge in a soothing escape from reality, these books have got you covered.
Without further ado, let's dive into a handpicked selection of books that deserve a special place on your reading list.
1. Resilience in Words: Motivational Insights, Planner & Journal
Resilience in Words is an exclusive planner and journal collaboration that harmoniously brings together the soul-stirring quotes of our CEO, Josefina Loza, with the aesthetic prowess of Olabanji Stephen.
1. Date Your Ambitions 📅: Every day is a chance to grow. Start with “Resilience in Words” and mark your dates.
2. Plan with Purpose 📝: From dreams to to-dos, keep them organized and at your fingertips. Your “Things to Do” section awaits.
3. Capture the Essence ✨: Every thought, every insight, jot them down. Your “Notes” section in “Resilience in Words” is the canvas.
4. Chronicle Your Journey 🖋️: From challenges to triumphs, your “Journal” section is the space to reflect and rejoice. Dive into self-discovery with every entry.
“As you ink your aspirations, remember we’re cheering for you on every page. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride!” - Josefina Loza, CEO of Lozafina Marketing and Public Relations, Omaha.
2. You Are a Badass.
You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by world-traveling success coach Jen Sincero is a self-development book that has guided millions of people into reshaping their mindset and life. Twenty-seven quick chapters later, and you’ll start living a life you didn’t know was possible. Some exercises include:
Identify and change the self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors that stop you from getting what you want.
Shift your energy and attract what you desire.
Create a life you totally love. And start creating it NOW.
Make some damn money already. The kind you've never made before.
“I loved the book so much. It had such great stories of people who transformed their lives. It was a great reminder that I have all I need to succeed. I just have to pray and focus on what I’m wanting to accomplish and get it done!” - Danelle Schlegelmilch, Passport Public Relations, Omaha.
3. Calm The F*ck Down.
Calm the F*ck Down: How to Control What You Can and Accept What You Can't So You Can Stop Freaking Out and Get On With Your Life by Sarah Knight reminds you that just because things are falling apart doesn’t mean you can’t pull it together. As someone who loses sleep thinking about life’s “what ifs,” this book helps lessen the anxiety and overthinking. It contains:
The Four Faces of Freaking Out—and their Flipsides
How to accept what you can't control
Productive Helpful Effective Worrying (PHEW)
The Three Principles of Dealing With It
4. Burn After Writing.
Burn After Writing by Sharon Jones is a journal (not a diary) that allows for less time scrolling on a million apps and more self-reflection. It pushes your limits, encourages you to reflect on your past, present, and future, and creates a secret book that's about you and just for you. How honest can you be with yourself? Once it’s complete, hide it, throw it out, or Burn After Writing.
5. The Four Agreements.
The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz is based on ancient Toltec wisdom. The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives into a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering.
“This book by Don Miguel Ruiz, simple yet so powerful, has made a tremendous difference in how I think and act in every encounter.” — Oprah Winfrey, American talk show host, television producer, actress, author, and media proprietor.
6. The Book of Joy.
The Book of Joy by spiritual masters Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu shares their wisdom in this uplifting book. They looked back on their long lives to answer a single burning question: “How do we find joy in the face of life's inevitable suffering?” They traded intimate stories, teased each other, and shared their spiritual practices. Ultimately, they revealed how to live a life brimming with joy, despite the hardships.
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Xitlally Velasco is a University of Nebraska at Omaha journalism student with a concentration in public relations and advertising and a minor in Psychology. Velasco is the Digital Content Curator at Lozafina Marketing and Public Relations. Send your tips and story ideas to office@lozafina.com
