Inspiring books to help you start fresh in the New Year

Another year is about to end, and as usual, it is difficult for us to believe that we are standing on the threshold of 2022. The current year, despite all the hardships and difficulties, passed way too quickly. In addition, many of us are also thinking about our new year resolutions, and how the coming year will be different from this one. To succeed in this, it is important to have the right amount of inspiration, hard work, and dedication. And for attaining this perfect balance, books can help you greatly. Hence, here's a look at some inspiring books to help you start fresh in the New Year.

In this, stand-up comedian and actress Michelle Buteau reflects on growing up in the Caribbean, going to college in Miami, her many friendship and dating disasters, working as a newsroom editor during 9/11, getting started in standup, marrying into her husband’s Dutch family, IVF and surrogacy, motherhood, and what it feels like to have a full heart, and stardom finally in her grasp.

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In her memoir, Michelle invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her: from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world's most famous address i.e. the White House.

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Gottlieb, a renowned therapist meets clients who struggle with all kinds of problems - struggling new parents; the older woman who feels she has nothing to live for; the self-destructive young alcoholic, etc. However, Gottlieb is not just a therapist, but a patient who’s on a journey of her own. Interspersed with the stories of her clients are her own therapy sessions, as Gottlieb goes in search of the hidden roots of a devastating and life-changing event.

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In this book, Pan, with the help of various extrovert mentors, sets up a series of personal challenges (talk to strangers, perform stand-up comedy, host a dinner party, travel alone, make friends on the road) to explore whether living like an extrovert can teach her lessons that might improve the quality of her life.

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The book reveals how some tiny changes can help you get 1 percent better every day. For this, the author uncovers a handful of simple life hacks and delves into cutting-edge psychology and neuroscience to explain why they matter. Along the way, he tells inspiring stories of Olympic gold medalists, leading CEOs, and distinguished scientists who have used the science of small habits to stay productive, motivated, and happy.

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Whether you want to leave a dead-end job, heal a relationship, grow a business, master your money, or just find two free hours in your day, this book will train your brain to think more positively and help you break down any dream into manageable steps.

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This book will show you how to improve the relationships you already have by setting boundaries. Millington also offers advice for those trying times, like helping a friend through grief, when you might not know what to say.

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