Top 5 books to get you going in 2018 – by Emma Severin
You Do You by Sarah Knight
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my opinion, there is nothing more fulfilling in life than achieving the confidence, and self-love, to be so, unapologetically you. Famously labelled as the ‘anti-guru’ with her no-bullsh*t advice, Sarah Knight guides you on the path of how to admit your strengths and flaws, and learn to accept that there is nothing wrong with you. It’s 2018, and it’s time to stop conforming to everyone else’s expectations, and start doing things for yourself – no questions asked. With its humorous, no-nonsense approach, You Do You is exactly the book you’ve been looking for if you find yourself constantly conforming to society’s expectations, and looking for a way to get out and express yourself to your fullest potential.
F*ck Feelings by Dr Michael Bennett and Sarah Bennett
In this refreshing take on a ‘self-help’ book, Harvard-educated psychiatrist Dr Michael Bennett and his comedian daughter, Sarah, give you the most realistic methods for navigating through life. Learn how to accept life’s troubles for what they are, and instead of running away from your problems, learn how to look them in the face and take action. There are some things in life that we just can’t change, and instead of constantly doing the same things and expecting a different outcome, it is time to improve the way in which you’ve been managing everything on your plate. Whether you’ve had a horrible boss, an annoying co-worker, or you are having trouble getting your own business off the ground, F*ck Feelings is your ultimate guide to accepting that life is hard, but you can effectively manage your problems and lessen the stress in your life.
Little Black Book by Otegha Uwagha
If you’ve ever felt yourself entering a career crossroads, where you are unsure of what to do next, but ultimately know that you need to make a change, this book is perfect for you. As a young woman, Otegha offers career advice and perceptions inspired by her own experiences of making her way in the world. This, quite literally, Little Black Book, gives insight on how you can build your own brand, methods for delivering kick-ass presentations with all the confidence in the world, the importance of maintaining a healthy body and mind, and lots more. With its simple approach and easy-to-follow structure, this book is exactly what you need if you’re looking for a no-nonsense approach to 2018. Little Black Book gets straight to the point and is the perfect size if you feel like you’re too busy to read, or simply don’t enjoy lengthy books. This book will definitely get you going and give you the motivation to accept change with open arms in this new, fresh year of 2018 – make it yours!
The life-changing magic of tidying up by Marie Kondo
Have you ever decided to finally clean your endlessly cluttered desk, only to discover that it has relaxed your mind like a breath of fresh air? It’s almost as i
f the mess was a reflection of your cluttered mind, and by cleaning it, you have restored and invigorated yourself to take on whatever may come your way. Using her revolutionary Japanese KonMari Method, for simplifying and organising your home or workplace, Marie Kondo shows how a tidy space can inspire the calm, motivated mindset you need to get you going in 2018. She promises that if you properly declutter your surroundings once, you’ll never have to do it again. A cluttered space is a cluttered mind, and through dramatically reorganising your environment, you will see dramatic changes in your lifestyle and perspectives. This book is exactly what you need if you’re looking for a revitalizing, uplifting approach to the New Year.
The Barefoot Investor by Scott Pape
As a young woman, discovering financial security is integral and will set you up for a comfortable life well down the track. Like the book says, this is quite literally the only money guide you’ll ever need, and is a lot easier to read than you may think – this is not your average finance book! Known as the Barefoot Investor, Scott Pape is an independent investment advisor who tragically lost everything in a bushfire, and had to pick up the pieces to ensure that he and his family would survive. Using an easily followed step-by-step formula, Scott shows how you can efficiently save your money, supercharge your wealth and double your income, buy your own home, secure your retirement, and more – all with fun little cartoons to look at while you read. It really does sound too good to be true, but I promise, it’s not. To make things even easier, The Barefoot Investor is also available as an audiobook, narrated by Scott himself! If you find yourself stuck in the same routine, if you don’t even know where to start when it comes to managing your finances, or if you need something to get you going this year, go ahead and read this book. You won’t regret it.
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