Books I Read This Year & What Each One Taught Me

Published on 30 December 2025 at 11:25

The Inner WorkMathew Micheletti

This book is a gentle yet powerful invitation to turn inward. The Inner Work focuses on understanding emotional patterns, self-awareness, and the courage it takes to face yourself honestly. Micheletti reminds readers that healing begins when we stop seeking answers outside of ourselves and start listening to our inner wisdom.


The Seven Spiritual Laws of SuccessDeepak Chopra

Chopra reframes success as alignment rather than achievement. Through seven spiritual principles—such as intention, detachment, and giving—this book teaches that when we live in harmony with universal laws, abundance flows naturally. It’s a reminder that fulfillment comes from purpose, presence, and trust.


Get Out of Your HeadJennie Allen

This book tackles the exhausting cycle of negative thoughts. Allen explores how rumination and self-talk shape our reality and offers practical tools to interrupt mental spirals. At its core, it’s about reclaiming peace by choosing truth over toxic thinking.


Choosing MeKelly Weekers

Choosing Me is about self-worth without apology. Weekers encourages readers to stop people-pleasing, trust their intuition, and set boundaries rooted in self-respect. The message is clear: choosing yourself isn’t selfish — it’s necessary.


The Courage to Be DislikedIchiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga

Presented as a philosophical dialogue, this book introduces Adlerian psychology and challenges the need for external validation. It teaches that true freedom comes from releasing the desire to be liked and accepting full responsibility for our own happiness.


After the RainAlexandra Elle

A poetic and tender collection of reflections on grief, healing, and renewal. After the Rain speaks to the quiet moments after heartbreak, reminding readers that softness is not weakness and that growth often follows pain.


Meant for MoreMia Hewett

This book calls readers to recognize their potential beyond fear and limitation. Hewett emphasizes courage, self-belief, and intentional living, encouraging readers to step into the life they feel called to create — even when it feels uncomfortable.


Don’t Believe Everything You Think (Expanded Edition)Joseph Nguyen

Nguyen offers a simple but profound idea: suffering comes from believing our thoughts. This book teaches mindfulness and mental clarity by helping readers separate awareness from thinking, creating space for peace without forcing change.


Everything You’ll Ever NeedCharlotte Freeman

This book is a love letter to self-trust. Freeman reminds readers that they already possess everything they need within themselves. It’s about grounding, intuition, and releasing the constant urge to seek external reassurance.


The Origins of YouVienna Pharaon

Pharaon explores how childhood wounds and family dynamics shape adult relationships. This book blends psychology and compassion, guiding readers through understanding attachment patterns so they can heal relational trauma and create healthier connections.


How We HealAlexandra Elle

How We Heal frames healing as a lifelong, nonlinear journey. Through journaling prompts, reflections, and mindfulness, Elle encourages readers to gently confront fear, reclaim their power, and practice self-love as an act of daily devotion.


This Was Meant to Find You (When You Needed It the Most)Charlotte Freeman

This book feels like a moment of divine timing. Filled with affirmations and reminders, it speaks directly to seasons of doubt and transition, reassuring readers that they are supported, guided, and exactly where they need to be.


✨ Closing Reflection

Each of these books offered something different — clarity, courage, softness, truth — but together, they reinforced one message: healing happens when we listen inward, choose ourselves, and trust the unfolding of our journey.

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