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My Top 5 books of 2020

One of the most common questions I get hands down is, "what books do you recommend?" I love this question because reading is one of the most powerful habits you can embrace to radically elevate your life. When I lost my job as a professor at UNC, this was the habit that got me back on track. This is why I have read at least 30 minutes every single day for the last 5 years.

Of the 50+ I have read over the last year, here are five that were GAME CHANGERS for me! Enjoy!!!

#1 The Book of Joy

This book, featuring two spiritual titans, outlines simple strategies that anyone can practice to bring more joy into their lives. Honestly, the coolest thing about the book was how these two powerful figures carved out a full week to spend time together brainstorming ways to transform our society. These two world famous leaders modeled humility, kindness and empathy in a truly inspiring way. This book made me want to be a MUCH better person!

#2 Think Like a Monk

Jay Shetty is such a unique human being! In this book, he outlines some seriously POWERFUL strategies to find peace and purpose in your life. His voice and approach is so refreshing in a personal development field full of a "strive at all costs" mentality. This is a must read book for sure!

#3 The Code of the Extraordinary Mind

This is one of my favorite transformational books I have ever read. First, the author Vishen Lakhiani is CRAZY creative in how he breaks down the book with themes and powerful concepts. On top of this, he has a structure that allows you to follow the process in a simple manner. The bottom line is that he covers POWERFUL topics in a manner that is inspiring and engaging. This is perfect for someone who wants an impactful book designed to help you learn how to create meaningful change in your life.

#4 You Can Heal Your Life

It honestely blew me away that I had never heard about Lousie Hay before this book because she is a POWERHOUSE in the personal development industry! When I heard that this book had sold 50+ million copies, I ordered a copy immediately
and dove into the chapters. I was not disappointed because she outlined mental patterns that are causing disease in the body and how to release them. She definitely challenged me to take on barriers to free up in my own life!

#5 When Breath Becomes Air

Every once and a while, you stumble upon a book that radically changes how you see things. It is the type of book that causes you to pause and consider the way you are living your life. This book by Paul Kalanithi absolutely fits this mold because he takes you on a journey that causes you to think about the meaning of living and dying. I know personally this reminded me how incredibly grateful I was to be alive. If you want a book that cause you to reflect on how you are living your life, then pick up a copy of this book and give it a read.

BONUS BOOK

I wanted to give you one more bonus recommendation in case you were interested. Flip the Script is the third book that I have written and dives into strategies you can implement to "flip the script" on your biggest barriers. This is a great read if you are struggling and want to create some powerful change in your life through life altering habits.