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6 Books To Read For Personal Development

July 11, 2019

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Books To Read For Personal Development

Personal development books have lately become my favorite books to read.

One of the goals I set for myself at the beginning of 2019 was to read more. However, I wanted to step away from my usual novels and dig deeper into the world of personal development books.

I now have an ever-growing list of books I want to read before the year is up!

There is something so inspiring about the books I’m about to share with you all. I guess that’s the whole point, right?

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    I always thought that personal development books were sort of a scam. That they weren’t going to do anything for me. And boy, was I wrong.

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    6 Books To Read For Personal Development

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    The first personal development book I read was You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero. It quickly became one of my favorites, for good reason.

    Jen Sincero’s hilarious approach to personal growth, money, and mindset not only kept me thoroughly entertained throughout the book, but it also made a lot of sense.

    Her book isn’t the typical “Love yourself and good things will come to you”, but is more along the lines of “You can’ make sh*t happen if you think of yourself as a complete loser”.

    It’s real, honest, and super inspiring. You’ll feel like a complete boss bitch when you finish reading it, which is the whole point of the book. You can order the book here.

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    A sequel to Jen Sincero’s first book, You Are A Badass At Making Money goes in-depth into the obstacles we set for ourselves when it comes to attaining wealth.

    If you’re somebody who hasn’t always had a good relationship with money and considered wealth as something that you can’t ever achieve, you need to read this.

    The book goes deep into how our mindset controls the money that we attract. It also is backed by the success stories of people who have taken her advice.

    Definitely worth a read if you haven’t read this already. Order it here.

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    I think everybody and their mother has heard of The Secret by Rhonda Byrne. It really wouldn’t be a personal development book list without this one, though.

    Now I’ll admit, I used to be the biggest skeptic of this whole “secret” thing. Until I started to dabble in manifestation after reading it.

    This book will make you want to look at your life in a completely different light, as it did to me. It makes a lot of sense, and it works. Since implementing strategies from The Secret, I’ve been able to manifest a whole lot of things into my life.

    The Secret is another book that everybody should read at least once in their lives. It really does something to you that makes you think you’ve been living with no sense of direction all your life. Order it here.

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    The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck by Mark Manson is a different approach to self-help. It basically teaches you how to accept that shit happens, and shows you how you can move on from it.

    This book also talks about how we don’t always have to be positive or look at the bright side because struggles give meaning to our lives and make us stronger.

    I loved reading this book and am so glad I got it when I did. I highly recommend it for anybody who is looking for something different in the world of self-help books. Order it here.

    Awaken The Giant Within by Tony Robbins is a great book for anybody who is struggling with, basically anything, in their lives.

    In the book, Tony Robbins offers his advice on getting through emotional eating, money struggles, addiction and bettering personal relationships.

    Tony Robbins has been an expert in the field of personal development for years, so I was really excited to read this book.

    It did not disappoint. His constructive advice consists of real changes we can make to better our lives and a no-bullshit approach to self-help. Order it here.

    Unfu*k Yourself: Get out of your head and into your life by Gary John Bishop is another book I enjoyed reading. His approach to self-help is more about tough love and telling how it is, rather than sugar coating.

    Gary doesn’t really care if you aren’t in the right mood or mindset. If you gotta do something, you gotta suck it up and do it.

    It kinda makes you feel like you’re being spoken to by a football coach rather than a self-help guru. Which in a lot of instances, many of us need in order to stop feeling sorry for ourselves.

    This book has many good lessons in it, and realistic things you can start doing today to get to where you are wanting to go. Order it here.

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    Now that I’ve shared all the books I’ve read and loved, here are some which I want to add to my list. If you’ve read any of these books, let me know how you liked them in the comments!

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      1. The Sacred Space AP says

        July 11, 2019 at 6:31 pm

        Yes to The Secret! I agree everyone needs to read this and actively try to implement it into their life. I have heard of all these books but haven’t actually read any other than the secret.
        I have been meaning to order a few new books so will keep these in mind!
        Thank you for sharing.
        Alyssa
        THESACREDSPACEAP.COM

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:25 pm

          If you like The Secret, you’re going to love Jen Sincero’s books! She talks about LOA a lot 🙂

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      2. Sam 🐱💕🎗 (@SamGriffBlog) says

        July 11, 2019 at 7:46 pm

        Oh I definitely need to add some of these to my reading list! I think I read another review of The Secret recently and thought it sounded interesting.

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:26 pm

          It’s a great read and it’s definitely changed my mindset!

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      3. Hannah Read says

        July 11, 2019 at 8:10 pm

        Great post topic! I do love a good personal development book – my all-time favourite is Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway. I like that many of these break the traditional style of personal development books (I’m particularly interested in the first one) and I can totally vouch for Tony Robbins – I used to watch his motivational speeches a lot when I was in sales and he’s so good at getting you ready to face any challenges ahead of you. Thanks for sharing!

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:27 pm

          Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll have to add that book to my list! Tony Robbins is amazing at motivating the crap out of people and his books don’t disappoint either! Thank you for reading!

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      4. Elen Mai says

        July 11, 2019 at 8:44 pm

        I used to be a huge sceptic about personal development books too! It all seemed very wishy washy to me, but now I’m officially hooked and I can’t get enough of them. Unfu*k Yourself sounds like it’s right up my street haha! Sometimes you just need to hear it how it is, no beating around the bush. Thank you for the recommendations! xx
        El // Welsh Wanderer

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:38 pm

          Unf*ck Yourself is definitely not for everybody haha but I absolutely loved it! The author really knows how to tell it to you straight haha! Thank you so much for reading!

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      5. CJ Porter says

        July 11, 2019 at 8:46 pm

        I love Jen Sincero’s books. Not sure about the Law of Attraction stuff but I think she has a great style and could listen to her all day.
        Big fan of personal development books. Must check out your other suggestions. Great post. Thanks

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:39 pm

          Thank you so much for reading!

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      6. Naomi (Inching Forwards) says

        July 11, 2019 at 9:24 pm

        I had honestly never heard of The Secret, but I quite like self help books, so I may look into it! Of this list, I’ve only read The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck, which I enjoyed, although it did get a little repetitive in places. I guess he was really trying to drill it into you. Thank you for sharing, I am constantly looking for books to add to my ever growing ‘to read’ list on Goodreads!

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:40 pm

          If you liked The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck, you might also like Unf*ck Yourself! My to-read list is constantly growing so I know exactly what you mean!

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      7. justthegameoflife says

        July 11, 2019 at 9:53 pm

        So I’ve listen to the audiobook of You Are A Badass and loved it! I’ve seen some YouTube videos with Tony Robbins talking so I might give his book a try then.

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:41 pm

          Tony Robbin’s books are so good! I’m sure you’ll like them if you are a fan of his videos.

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      8. Meilifisayo says

        July 11, 2019 at 10:39 pm

        They all sound very interesting especially the last one … thanks for sharing

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      9. charlotterick says

        July 12, 2019 at 12:45 am

        I’m definitely gonna add these to my list – especially the Jen Sincero ones. I loved Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso – if you haven’t read that I’d recommend it!

        Char | charlotterick.com x

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:43 pm

          Girlboss has been on my list for a long time, I might have to finally read it soon!

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      10. Kimberlie says

        July 12, 2019 at 5:20 am

        I’ve heard of all of these, and need to put them in my to read list.

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      11. thewildflowerhippie says

        July 12, 2019 at 12:16 pm

        Great post, I’ve read (and watched) the Secret and I read a few pages of You are a badass. Both books are awesome.

        Bettie
        http://www.thewildflowerhippie.com

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:44 pm

          Jen Sincero’s books are definitely good to read after The Secret because she also writes about manifesting! Thank you for reading!

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      12. Mandi Schneck says

        July 12, 2019 at 3:58 pm

        I LOVED The Secret! Even if I didn’t 100% believe in it actually working, it was a great reminder to keep your thoughts and attitude positive.

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:48 pm

          It definitely is great for changing your mindset for the better! If you liked The Secret you will probably also like Jen Sincero’s books.

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      13. Kayleigh Zara says

        July 12, 2019 at 4:01 pm

        I’ve literally not heard of a single book on this list, so I will have to check them all out, as they sound like that would be great reads! X

        Kayleigh Zara 🌿 http://www.kayleighzaraa.com

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:49 pm

          They are great motivators for sure! Thank you for reading 🙂

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      14. Jenny in Neverland says

        July 12, 2019 at 5:35 pm

        Thank you for this! I’d love to read more self development books and these are a great place to start!

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:49 pm

          I’m glad you liked these suggestions! 🙂

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      15. loverosiee says

        July 13, 2019 at 5:37 pm

        so, these books have just gone right to the top of my reading list! Yasss!
        Rosie

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:52 pm

          Yay!!

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      16. Blue DeBell says

        July 15, 2019 at 9:49 pm

        I have been wanting to read ‘You are a Bad Ass’! I heard it is so motivating!

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        • Mariam says

          July 16, 2019 at 12:53 pm

          It really is! I love the way that Jen Sincero writes. It’s very to the point and she has hilarious stories of her own life sprinkled throughout the book!

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      17. Nyxinked says

        July 28, 2019 at 9:18 pm

        I’ve been meaning to read ‘The Secret’ for months now because I’ve heard how good it is. I keep looking out for it in the library and in my local charity shops but can’t seem to find it anywhere. Even in my local bookshop! I’ll have to get on Amazon when things get better financially and get it. Great selection here 🙂

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        • Mariam says

          July 30, 2019 at 12:20 am

          It’s such a good book! That’s strange that you’re not able to find it anywhere! I guess it’s so popular that people just get it whenever they find it.

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      18. Chantal Porter says

        July 31, 2019 at 4:59 pm

        I used to feel the same way about personal development books until I actually gave them the chance.They’re truly transformational.

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:14 pm

          Yess! They’re all I read now!

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      19. Sarah says

        July 31, 2019 at 5:19 pm

        Personal development is such an important topic. Thank you for sharing these books! They are on my bucket list now!

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:13 pm

          My pleasure! Enjoy 🙂

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      20. Kasia Mikolajczak (@KasiaMikola) says

        July 31, 2019 at 6:41 pm

        I’ve seen so many people posting pics of those books by Jen Sincero that I really do want to read it. I’m actually working on a post on my favorite personal development books as well. This is a great list.

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:10 pm

          Her books are really good! That’s exciting- do share your list with me, please. I’m always looking for new personal development books

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      21. Jessica says

        July 31, 2019 at 11:25 pm

        This is a great list! I haven’t read any of them yet! Definitely going in my audiobook queue today 🙂

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:09 pm

          I love audiobooks too! So easy and convenient.

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      22. Katrina says

        August 1, 2019 at 2:18 am

        I love You Are a Badass! I also love The Slight Edge and Atomic Habits

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:08 pm

          Ooh I’ll have to check them out!

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      23. CuratedbyCynthia.com says

        August 1, 2019 at 2:32 am

        This post is PERFECT! I’ve been looking for new books to read and I feel like you gave me the variety I need!

        -Cynthia

        https://curatedbycynthia.com

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        • Mariam says

          August 1, 2019 at 3:08 pm

          Enjoy!

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      24. Jas says

        August 2, 2019 at 6:06 pm

        almost half of these have been on my list for a while now. Definitely have to get to it!

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        • Mariam says

          August 3, 2019 at 10:33 am

          I hope you like them as much as I do!

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      25. bethany jane says

        August 5, 2019 at 3:59 am

        I haven’t read any of these, but I’m on a bit of a self-improvement journey so they’re all going on my list immediately. I need a bit of a stern talking to so I hope these books will help motivate me haha!
        Beth x Adventure & Anxiety

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        • Mariam says

          August 5, 2019 at 3:23 pm

          They’re all great books, I’m sure you’ll like them! 🙂

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      26. travelandhikewithpcos says

        September 2, 2019 at 8:18 am

        These are interesting books. I would love to read “The Secret”. Thanks for sharing the lovely list

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      27. everydaywithmadirae says

        September 2, 2019 at 8:04 pm

        Great selection of books here! I haven’t read the Secret, but I have read the Magic who was written by the same author & it was amazing!

        -madi xo | http://www.everydaywithmadirae.com

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      28. Crystal Gempko says

        September 2, 2019 at 10:43 pm

        I have been DYING to read the simple art for a while now. Maybe I’ll just go ahead and buy it!

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      29. Sonja Hoff says

        September 3, 2019 at 3:48 pm

        I have actually read all of these and totally agree! I wasn’t in love with the Subtle Art… but I did enjoy it! Each of the others really lit a fire in me and gave me the strength and tools I needed to transform my life into what I wanted it to be!

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      30. TeaPartyPrincess says

        September 10, 2019 at 5:20 pm

        I like the sound of The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck by Mark Manson although it reminds me of The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k by Sarah Knight which I really enjoyed a couple years ago.
        Cora | http://www.teapartyprincess.co.uk/

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        • Mariam says

          September 10, 2019 at 7:02 pm

          Ahh yes! I loved her TED Talk. The book is on a similar concept. 🙂

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      31. Travel A-Broads (Sara & Candace) says

        December 29, 2020 at 9:51 pm

        Okay, we totally have the same book list! I LOVED all of these books but especially the “You are a Badass” series. I love Sincero’s style of writing and her sense of humor – so relatable while also being informative. I did love Tony Robbin’s “Awaken the Giant Within” and basically took an entire journal full of notes – LOL, but I have to say that his “Money Master the Game” is one of the greatest books I’ve ever read, and I recommend it to pretty much everyone. You’ve probably already read that one too :). Xx Sara

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      32. priyanka 1005 says

        August 19, 2021 at 7:51 am

        I want this personality development book because I want change my life in great way

        Reply

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