Ready to make some life changes in the new year?
Now is a great time to start a list of books you want to read in the new year.
Taking the time to read will help you grow in tremendous ways, and making a list and setting deadlines will help you stay committed to reading!
Choose one of these life-changing books, and prepare to start your journey this coming year.
1. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
No matter your new year resolutions, “Atomic Habits” offers a proven framework for changing your life by forming good habits, breaking bad ones, and mastering small behaviors that lead to massive transformation.
Learn how to overcome a lack of motivation or willpower, get back on track when you fall off course, and design your schedule for success.
Read if: your New Year’s resolutions typically don’t last past January.
2. Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Francesc Miralles and Hector Garcia
In Japanese, ikigai is written by combining the symbols that mean “life” with “to be worthwhile.”
Our ikigai is different for all of us, but one thing we have in common is that we are all searching for meaning. When we spend our days feeling connected to what is meaningful to us, we live more fully; when we lose the connection, we feel despair.
Read if: you want to find your life’s purpose, live a longer and happier life. Discover…
What you love
What you are good at
What the world needs
What you can be paid for
3. The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
The Miracle Morning is simply about waking up an hour earlier and devoting that time to developing yourself.
Without an effective morning routine, you are betting on your life instead of taking control of it and focusing on things that matter.
Read if: your New Year’s resolution is to be more grateful and motivated to start your day off with maximum productivity by giving yourself the time, space, and routine to focus on your goals and attitude.
4. Becoming by Michelle Obama
“Becoming” is the inspirational memoir you’ve been looking for to motivate you to chase your dreams. Read if: you want to focus on New Year’s resolutions, but self-help books aren’t typically your thing.
It will teach you hard work and the journey to success. This book was eye-opening and inspiring.
Read if: you wanted to be inspired and motivated, giving you a glimpse into how much work it takes to become successful and all the struggles along the way.
5. Career Shift: Follow Your Passion by Penny Sicangco Bongato
If you’re struggling, burnt out, and ready for a career shift or a change in your life then this is a MUST read. Find the courage to acknowledge and surrender your fears so you can finally make things happen in your life.
Read if: your New Year’s resolution is to move forward towards your dreams and live a life with purpose and be happy.
Choose Your Books to Help You Grow
Okay, now here’s your homework to complete.
First, make a commitment to read a book for at least 30 minutes a day an hour is better.
Then, make a list of books that you commit to reading this year. Not just any book! And not a huge goal like reading 50 books this year.
You may pick some from the ones I’ve mentioned today and any other books that will help you grow and attain the life that you want.
Reading a book is a great resolution to consider because it can provide tips and techniques to motivate and get you started to achieve your other personal resolutions.
Remember, nothing will change for the better until you do.
