Here is a list of excellent resources that may help you on your journey toward self and life improvement.
I am not affiliated with nor sponsored by any of the authors, creators, companies, or experts in the links provided. No one is paying me to recommend their product. These are simply resources that I find to be healthy and of a high standard of quality.
In my personal opinion, this book should be required reading for every student. It explains the principles of developing a growth mindset and teaching others how to do the same.
A growth mindset is the understanding that given enough time and resources, anyone can learn anything. It also shows that difficulty and struggle are good for us because it’s a sign that our brains are working to create new neuro-pathways.
This is an excellent animated explanation of the principles in Dweck’s Mindset. It’s a quick summary and it lays it all out in plain English.
This book is geared toward women, but it’s a useful resource for people of all genders. It is a study into the idea of shame and the devastation it causes for individual people and societies. For me, it was a life-changer. It opened my eyes to how large a role shame plays in my particular culture and showed me some ways of freeing myself and others from its effects.
I will note that this book may not be appropriate for young readers, or those who are uncomfortable with the topics of sex and/or abuse. While not graphic, there are some very real and important discussions about physical intimacy and sex. Also, it does use some brief strong language.
This audio-book is actually a collection of all of Dr. Arnold’s guides to self-care. It acts like a workbook with opportunities to pause, write things down, and try the mind exercises she recommends. This collection is a treasure trove of information on how to be kinder to yourself and others, feel better, handle your emotions, and be the best version of yourself.
This short film is all about perspective, and the way it makes us behave. It’s an incredible reminder to get the facts before we make assumptions. It’s funny, short, and opens our eyes to the silly things our perceptions might make us do.
This is a fascinating, and excellent help for learning to address our emotions. The visualizations and meditations are peaceful and beautiful, but also extremely useful. It teaches that emotions are neither good nor bad, they are simply signals that we must address in order to gain peace.
The MyLife Meditaiton App is a great tool for anyone who wants to incorporate self check-ins and meditation into their daily routines. The app gives you an opportunity to enter your emotions, and then it makes recommendations for meditations that might be helpful. There is a free version and a paid subscription. Currently, I use the free version and it gives me plenty of great meditations and guidance. However, some people may find the paid subscription more useful.
MoodSpace is another fantastic app to help with stress and anxiety. It has journal options, meditation space, thought challenging, and several other features that can help quiet your anxiety and improve your mood.
It’s a free app with the options of in-app purchases. So there’s no financial commitment, and it is worth space on your phone for sure.
This book is a fascinating exploration of the various facets of kindness, how to implement them, and how they benefit our lives. I loved every bit of it. It’s packed with brilliant insights that can change your life. I highly recommend it.