6 Books to Help You Calm Down

Do you feel you get easily agitated or that you are frazzled? Here are 6 books to help you calm down and find your center.

📙 The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* by Mark Manson

You only have so many f’s to give. Choose what you care about and spend your f’s wisely.

Pairs With: Red Velvet Cheesecake – as much as you can handle cuz f it!

📓 Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday

This one is a must-read for anyone who knows that they need to slow down but feels guilty doing it. Holiday provides plenty of examples of why stillness really is the key.

Pairs With: Malted Milk Balls eaten thoughtfully and one at a time.

📕 Quiet by Susan Cain

If you’re an introvert Quiet will make you feel seen and not crazy! There’s nothing wrong with you, you’re just trying to succeed in a society built by and for extroverts. Susan Cain challenges mainstream advice with scientific research and anecdotes. Quiet should be required reading for all educators, employers, and parents.

Pairs With: Dark Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans but not because it’s dull! There’s so much great info on every page you’ll want to be fully alert to comprehend it all.

📘 Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday

Coming in at number four on the list is another Ryan Holiday pick. This one is a great read for anyone looking to learn more about the Ego and how to live more peacefully. The concept of the Ego can be confusing but Holiday describes it simply as, “an unhealthy belief of our own importance.” This unhealthy belief hinders us from living peacefully by clouding our judgment and separating us from what’s truly happening.

Pairs With: Junior Mints and self-reflection

📓 The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein

The Universe Has Your Back is a comforting read for anyone looking to understand more about the Universe and manifestation. This easy-to-read book is filled with meditations and uplifting Universal Lessons. The advice and practices provided help guide the reader to live out their life through love instead of fear.

Pairs With: Lunar pies and standing in Superman pose

📕 Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Big Magic makes you feel as though you’re being hugged and while you’re being hugged you’re being reminded that you too are creative and full of wonderful ideas! Don’t overthink it and your genius will show up to work with you.

Pairs With: Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Are there any books you’d recommend that didn’t make the list? What are some of your favorite tips to calm down?

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