Twenty Books That Have Changed My Life
I love to read. I especially love to read books that challenge what I believe and foster massive awakening and expansion within myself. Books that reach right into my soul and help me to remember what I already know, who I really am, and why I am here.
The books below all have come into my life in perfect divine timing- gifts from the universe when I needed them most. They all have contributed to who I am today, and how I choose to live my life. They have helped me to see through my own conditioning and false sense of self, and learn to love myself for who I am, “imperfections” and all. They have helped me to surrender and trust I am right where I need to be. They have taught me life is happening for me and not to me. They have shown me how to let go of fear and lean into love. I have learned to allow others to be who they truly are and love them unconditionally, especially in my marriage.
It’s been quite a journey so far, and I know there will be many more books that will come into my life to support me, right when I need them. Here is the list of my top twenty books that have completely changed the way I think, the way I feel, the way I love, the way I show up, and the way I am.
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer- This book explores the question of human identity and shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and achieve happiness and self-realization.
A Course in Miracles by Foundation for Inner Peace- A unique spiritual self-study program—a course in mind-training—designed to undo the illusion that you are separate in any way from God or your fellow humans.
The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer- Tells the extraordinary story of what happened when, after a deep spiritual awakening, he decided to let go of his personal preferences and simply let life call the shots.
The Wisdom of Anxiety by Sheryl Paul- Here you will learn how you can pause and listen to your anxieties to discover inner truths that you've been avoiding.
Meta Human: Unleashing Your Human Potential by Deepak Chopra- Deepak Chopra unlocks the secrets to moving beyond our present limitations to access a field of infinite possibilities. How does one do this? By becoming metahuman.
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza- You are not doomed by your genes and hardwired to be a certain way for the rest of your life. A new science is emerging that empowers all human beings to create the reality they choose. In Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, renowned author, speaker, researcher, and chiropractor Dr. Joe Dispenza combines the fields of quantum physics, neuroscience, brain chemistry, biology, and genetics to show you what is truly possible.
The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton- This profoundly hopeful synthesis of the latest and best research in cell biology and quantum physics puts the power to create a healthy, joyous life back in our own hands. When we transform our conscious and subconscious thoughts, we transform our lives, and in the process help humanity evolve to a new level of understanding and peace.
The Three Waves of Volunteers and the New Earth by Dolores Canon- In 1945 when the atomic bombs were dropped in WWII, our “protectors” and “watchers” in outer space saw that Earth was on a collision course with disaster. The prime directive of non-interference prevented them from taking any action, but then they came up with a brilliant plan to save Earth and assist her in her ascension. They couldn’t interfere from the “outside,” but maybe they could influence from the “inside.” So the call went out for volunteers to come and help. “Earth is in trouble – who wants to volunteer?”
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay- The definitive bestselling book on self-healing, has transformed the lives of millions of people. This is a book that people credit with profoundly altering their awareness of the impact that the mind has on our health and wellbeing.
The Law of Attraction by Ester Hicks & Jerry Hicks- The original Teachings of Abraham. Abraham (speaking through Esther Hicks) reveals how all things, wanted and unwanted, are brought to you by this most powerful law of the universe: the Law of Attraction ("That which is like unto itself is drawn").
Becoming Supernatural: How Common People are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza- Draws on research conducted at his advanced workshops since 2012 to explore how common people are doing the uncommon to transform themselves and their lives. Becoming Supernatural marries the some of the most profound scientific information with ancient wisdom to show how people like you and me can experience a more mystical life.
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao by Dr. Wayne Dyer- In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world.
The Little Soul and the Sun by Neale Donald Walsh- The Little Soul and the Sun is a simple and powerful story that brings children a very profound truth: there is not absolute good or bad--that underneath all that happens in the world, all that we call "good" and all that we call "bad," is love.
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse- Siddhartha, born the son of a Brahmin, was blessed in wealth, appearance, intelligence and charisma. In order to find meaning in life, he discarded his promising future for the life of an ascetic. He wandered as a shramana and searched for Gotama the Buddha. However, this man, Siddhartha, was not a follower of any but his own soul. This popular book provides the listener with insight into the philosophy and thoughts that shape Siddhartha's path to enlightenment.
A New Earth: Awakening Your Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle- In illuminating the nature of this shift in consciousness, Tolle describes in detail how our current ego-based state of consciousness operates. Then gently, and in very practical terms, he leads us into this new consciousness. We will come to experience who we truly are, which is something infinitely greater than anything we currently think we are, and learn to live and breathe freely.
The Four Agreements: Practical Guide to Personal Freedom By Don Miguel Ruiz- In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.
Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda- Offers a stunning account of the 'cosmic consciousness' reached on the upper levels of yogic practice, and numerous interesting perspectives on human nature from the yogic and Vedantic points of view.
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way we Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown- Every day we experience the uncertainty, risks, and emotional exposure that define what it means to be vulnerable or to dare greatly. Based on 12 years of pioneering research, Dr. Brené Brown dispels the cultural myth that vulnerability is weakness and argues that it is, in truth, our most accurate measure of courage.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle- To make the journey into The Power of Now you need to leave your analytical mind and its false created self, the ego, behind. Access to the Now is everywhere - in the body, the silence, and the space all around you. These are the keys to enter a state of inner peace.
Courage: The Joy of Living Dangerously by Osho- Courage is not the absence of fear, says Osho. It is, rather, the total presence of fear, with the courage to face it. This book provides a bird’s-eye view of the whole terrain—where fears originate, how to understand them, and how to call on your inner strength to confront them. In the process, Osho proposes that whenever we are faced with uncertainty and change in our lives, it is actually a cause for celebration. Instead of trying to hang on to the familiar and the known, we can learn to enjoy these situations as opportunities for adventure and for deepening our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
The books below all have come into my life in perfect divine timing- gifts from the universe when I needed them most. They all have contributed to who I am today, and how I choose to live my life. They have helped me to see through my own conditioning and false sense of self, and learn to love myself for who I am, “imperfections” and all. They have helped me to surrender and trust I am right where I need to be. They have taught me life is happening for me and not to me. They have shown me how to let go of fear and lean into love. I have learned to allow others to be who they truly are and love them unconditionally, especially in my marriage.
It’s been quite a journey so far, and I know there will be many more books that will come into my life to support me, right when I need them. Here is the list of my top twenty books that have completely changed the way I think, the way I feel, the way I love, the way I show up, and the way I am.
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer- This book explores the question of human identity and shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and achieve happiness and self-realization.
A Course in Miracles by Foundation for Inner Peace- A unique spiritual self-study program—a course in mind-training—designed to undo the illusion that you are separate in any way from God or your fellow humans.
The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer- Tells the extraordinary story of what happened when, after a deep spiritual awakening, he decided to let go of his personal preferences and simply let life call the shots.
The Wisdom of Anxiety by Sheryl Paul- Here you will learn how you can pause and listen to your anxieties to discover inner truths that you've been avoiding.
Meta Human: Unleashing Your Human Potential by Deepak Chopra- Deepak Chopra unlocks the secrets to moving beyond our present limitations to access a field of infinite possibilities. How does one do this? By becoming metahuman.
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza- You are not doomed by your genes and hardwired to be a certain way for the rest of your life. A new science is emerging that empowers all human beings to create the reality they choose. In Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, renowned author, speaker, researcher, and chiropractor Dr. Joe Dispenza combines the fields of quantum physics, neuroscience, brain chemistry, biology, and genetics to show you what is truly possible.
The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton- This profoundly hopeful synthesis of the latest and best research in cell biology and quantum physics puts the power to create a healthy, joyous life back in our own hands. When we transform our conscious and subconscious thoughts, we transform our lives, and in the process help humanity evolve to a new level of understanding and peace.
The Three Waves of Volunteers and the New Earth by Dolores Canon- In 1945 when the atomic bombs were dropped in WWII, our “protectors” and “watchers” in outer space saw that Earth was on a collision course with disaster. The prime directive of non-interference prevented them from taking any action, but then they came up with a brilliant plan to save Earth and assist her in her ascension. They couldn’t interfere from the “outside,” but maybe they could influence from the “inside.” So the call went out for volunteers to come and help. “Earth is in trouble – who wants to volunteer?”
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay- The definitive bestselling book on self-healing, has transformed the lives of millions of people. This is a book that people credit with profoundly altering their awareness of the impact that the mind has on our health and wellbeing.
The Law of Attraction by Ester Hicks & Jerry Hicks- The original Teachings of Abraham. Abraham (speaking through Esther Hicks) reveals how all things, wanted and unwanted, are brought to you by this most powerful law of the universe: the Law of Attraction ("That which is like unto itself is drawn").
Becoming Supernatural: How Common People are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza- Draws on research conducted at his advanced workshops since 2012 to explore how common people are doing the uncommon to transform themselves and their lives. Becoming Supernatural marries the some of the most profound scientific information with ancient wisdom to show how people like you and me can experience a more mystical life.
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao by Dr. Wayne Dyer- In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world.
The Little Soul and the Sun by Neale Donald Walsh- The Little Soul and the Sun is a simple and powerful story that brings children a very profound truth: there is not absolute good or bad--that underneath all that happens in the world, all that we call "good" and all that we call "bad," is love.
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse- Siddhartha, born the son of a Brahmin, was blessed in wealth, appearance, intelligence and charisma. In order to find meaning in life, he discarded his promising future for the life of an ascetic. He wandered as a shramana and searched for Gotama the Buddha. However, this man, Siddhartha, was not a follower of any but his own soul. This popular book provides the listener with insight into the philosophy and thoughts that shape Siddhartha's path to enlightenment.
A New Earth: Awakening Your Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle- In illuminating the nature of this shift in consciousness, Tolle describes in detail how our current ego-based state of consciousness operates. Then gently, and in very practical terms, he leads us into this new consciousness. We will come to experience who we truly are, which is something infinitely greater than anything we currently think we are, and learn to live and breathe freely.
The Four Agreements: Practical Guide to Personal Freedom By Don Miguel Ruiz- In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.
Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda- Offers a stunning account of the 'cosmic consciousness' reached on the upper levels of yogic practice, and numerous interesting perspectives on human nature from the yogic and Vedantic points of view.
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way we Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown- Every day we experience the uncertainty, risks, and emotional exposure that define what it means to be vulnerable or to dare greatly. Based on 12 years of pioneering research, Dr. Brené Brown dispels the cultural myth that vulnerability is weakness and argues that it is, in truth, our most accurate measure of courage.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle- To make the journey into The Power of Now you need to leave your analytical mind and its false created self, the ego, behind. Access to the Now is everywhere - in the body, the silence, and the space all around you. These are the keys to enter a state of inner peace.
Courage: The Joy of Living Dangerously by Osho- Courage is not the absence of fear, says Osho. It is, rather, the total presence of fear, with the courage to face it. This book provides a bird’s-eye view of the whole terrain—where fears originate, how to understand them, and how to call on your inner strength to confront them. In the process, Osho proposes that whenever we are faced with uncertainty and change in our lives, it is actually a cause for celebration. Instead of trying to hang on to the familiar and the known, we can learn to enjoy these situations as opportunities for adventure and for deepening our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
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