Books about Health and Wellness: The Best Books to Read for a Healthier Lifestyle
By: Shannon Sweeney
Whether you’re looking to learn how to improve your overall mental health and wellness, build better habits or you’re just trying to be the best version of yourself, one of the best ways to start is through reading.
And before you roll your eyes and say “I’m not reading a self help book”, hear me out. There’s absolutely no shame in looking to experts — psychologists, nutritionists, and more — to help you achieve your goals, no matter how big. Books are sources of inspiration and advice, and a life-changing book is something that will be with you forever.
Think about your absolute favorite book of all time — chances are, you find yourself going back to reread it or recommending it to others, all because it had an impact on you in one way or another. That’s what makes self-improvement books life changing, and they’re nothing to scoff at.
Here’s our list of insightful books that can help you develop a healthier lifestyle.
Atomic Habits has a proven framework for improving your everyday life to help improve your goals. Clear is one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, so no matter if you’re looking to build new healthy habits or break unhealthy habits, this book is for you. The book addresses why it’s so hard to change any habit — and that it’s not your fault, but your system’s fault. So how do we change? In this book, learn how to make time for new habits, overcome a lack of motivation, and get back on track when you’re falling off course.
I’ve Been Thinking… by Maria Shriver
Let’s face it — everyday life is stressful for everyone. In this New York Times bestselling book, she provides guidance and support to help you stay on the road to a meaningful life. She understands what it’s like to juggle multiple roles — in your career, in your social life, and at home – and how much pressure and stress that comes with it. In this book, she uses quotes, prayers, and reflections to help you think, feel, laugh, and more, so you can start your journey in what she calls “The Open Field,” a place of acceptance, purpose, passion, and ultimately, joy. This book is a great option if you’re looking to control your stress and to find peace in everyday life.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
The title of this book might make you think that this author is trying to teach you not to care about anything, but that couldn’t be further than the truth. In a world where we’re constantly encouraged to stay positive no matter what and to strive for perfection, Manson knows just how detrimental that line of thinking can be. In this book, Manson writes that improving our lives starts with knowing our limitations and accepting them — and once we embrace our fears, faults, and uncertainties, we can then begin to improve our lives. After all, he concludes, there are only so many things that we can truly give a f*ck about, so we need to figure out what really matters.
Healthy Meal Prep: Time-saving Plans To Prep And Portion Your Weekly Meals
This book is completely focused on improving your lifestyle through your nutrition. This book will help you plan and prep for the week ahead, even when you feel like you don’t have the time. This book will help you achieve your health goals, maximize your time, and save you money. In this book, you’ll find prep day action plans, convenient shopping lists, advice on storing meals, more than 50 recipes, and nutritional information for every recipe — taking the hard work out of meal prep for you so you can stay on track.
In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan
Need help making thoughtful, healthy food choices? This book addresses what it really means to be healthy. This book urges us to use a nutrient-based food approach, focusing on what foods are actually healthy and how we should be eating — like ditching the TV distraction and eating around the table with loved ones. There’s more that goes into your food than just eating healthy — this book will teach you how to make food choices that enrich your life and brings pleasure back to eating healthy.
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
By now, you’ve probably seen or heard about New York Times best-selling author Marie Kondo’s runaway sensation on Netflix, “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo”. Whether you’ve seen the show or not, there’s a great deal more to learn. In her book, Marie Kondo teaches us how cleaning out our closet can really change our lives for the better — seriously. Kondo will take you on a step-by-step journey on how to tidy up your life, stress, and more, urging you to only keep things that truly “spark joy.” Kondo goes in-depth about how a tidy home can create a sense of calmness, which is what a lot of us need when we come home from a long day at work. In this book, you’ll learn how tidying up your home will keep you calm, motivated, and inspired.
Nightline anchor Dan Harris knew he had to make changes in his life after a panic attack occurred on national television. He quickly realized that his biggest enemy was the voice in his head — the one telling him that he wasn’t good enough and needed to do more. In this book, Harris addresses things like fixating on the past, losing our temper, stress eating, and other anxiety-inducing situations and how to address them. His answer? Mediation. This book addresses how meditation has helped CEOs, scientists, and marines stay focused and happy — and how you can use it, too.
These seven books will help you address various speed bumps in your life, whether you’re looking to eat a little healthier or completely change your mindset. One of these books might change your life for the better, and the only reason to find out is to open one and start reading! If you’re looking for other books to help with fitness or nutrition, check out our eBooks that you can download directly from Pure Healthy Living.
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