BOOKS

Explore our Community Bookshelf - a collection of heartfelt recommendations shared by our own Best Human Beaming community. Each book is suggested by real followers, for real followers, to inspire mental wellness, resilience, and authentic self-expression. These reads are here to help you navigate life’s challenges, celebrate your uniqueness, and nurture your mind and spirit. Whether you’re after practical tools, moving memoirs, or empowering perspectives, you’ll find community-sourced picks to support you on your journey to thriving and beaming your brightest self.

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  • Book cover of “Dirty Laundry” by Richard Pink and Roxanne Emery, showing a pastel laundry basket filled with colourful clothes on a dark navy background. A bold, candid guide to understanding and destigmatizing adult ADHD.

    DIRTY LAUNDRY

    An unfiltered look into the chaos of real life with ADHD. It will transform your self-hatred into self-acceptance, with simple tips that actually work for your brain. It will also help to educate partners, parents and friends, to help them move from frustration to patience, understanding - and love.

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  • Book cover of “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brené Brown, featuring oversized blue block letters and orange text on a white background. An inspiring book about embracing vulnerability, self-worth, and wholehearted living.

    THE GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION

    A classic on embracing vulnerability, letting go of perfectionism, and learning to live wholeheartedly.

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  • Book cover of “Reasons to Stay Alive” by Matt Haig, with minimalist black text and a looping rainbow line on a white background. A hopeful memoir about surviving depression and finding reasons to keep going.

    REASONS TO STAY ALIVE

    Honest, hopeful, and deeply relatable, this memoir explores living with anxiety and depression and finding light in dark times.

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  • Book cover of “The Happiness Trap” by Russ Harris, featuring a glass jar with butterflies inside and flying free against a clean white background. A practical guide to overcoming stress and finding real happiness through acceptance and mindfulness.

    THE HAPPINESS TRAP

    This book offers practical tools to reduce stress, handle negative thoughts, and build emotional resilience.

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  • Book cover of “Atomic Habits” by James Clear, with bold gold dotted lettering on a white background. An international bestseller about building positive habits and creating lasting change through small, actionable steps.

    ATOMIC HABITS

    Practical, actionable advice on building small habits that lead to big changes—perfect for anyone wanting to improve their mindset and daily wellbeing.

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  • Book cover of “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle, featuring swirling, vibrant abstract patterns in purple, blue, pink, and gold. A bold and empowering memoir about breaking free from expectations, embracing authenticity, and living joyfully.

    UNTAMED

    A powerful call to embrace your true self, break free from expectations, and live with courage and authenticity.

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  • Book cover of “Radical Acceptance” by Tara Brach, featuring gentle blue hands cradling a soft white flower on a pale background. A compassionate guide to embracing yourself fully and finding inner peace through mindfulness and self-compassion.

    RADICAL ACCEPTANCE: EMBRACING YOUR LIFE WITH THE HEART OF A BUDDHA

    A compassionate, practical guide to letting go of self-judgment and embracing yourself fully. Tara Brach blends mindfulness and self-compassion, offering tools to break free from cycles of self-doubt and live with greater peace and clarity.

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  • Book cover of “Lost Connections” by Johann Hari, featuring bold black text and large blue and orange circles on a cream background. An eye-opening exploration of the real causes of depression and practical ways to find hope and connection.

    LOST CONNECTIONS

    An inspiring, research-driven book that explores the deeper causes of depression and anxiety beyond just brain chemistry. Hari shares stories and science-backed solutions for reconnecting with yourself, others, and the world.

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  • Book cover of “Soothe Your Nerves” by Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett, with bold orange text and a sepia-toned portrait of a Black woman on a soft yellow background with green decorative borders. A supportive mental health guide for Black women, focused on overcoming anxiety, panic, and fear.

    SOOTH YOUR NERVES: THE BLACK WOMEN'S GUIDE TO OVERCOMING ANXIETY, PANIC ATTACKS AND FEARS

    Specifically written for Black women, this book offers culturally sensitive advice, real-life stories, and actionable steps for managing anxiety and stress.

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  • Book cover of “This Book Will Make You Stronger” by MindJournal, with bold white and yellow text on a solid black background. A practical guide for building mental strength and resilience for men.

    THIS BOOK WILL MAKE YOU STRONGER: THE MENTAL HEALTH HANDBOOK FOR MEN

    Features guidance for men of colour and includes stories and strategies that reflect a range of backgrounds and cultural experiences.

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  • Book cover of “The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health” by Dr. Rheeda Walker, featuring large blue and black block text on a white background with a rainbow stripe at the bottom. An empowering mental health guide for Black communities.

    THE UNAPOLOGETIC GUIDE TO BLACK MENTAL HEALTH: NAVIGATE AN UNEQUAL SYSTEM, LEARN TOOLS FOR EMOTIONAL WELLNESS AND GET THE HELP YOU DESERVE

    A powerful, practical guide addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by Black communities, with tools for healing and thriving.

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  • Book cover of “The 5 Second Rule” by Mel Robbins, showing Mel Robbins smiling in glasses with the book title in bold white text across her brown top. A motivational guide to overcoming hesitation and taking action.

    THE 5 SECOND RULE: TRANSFORM YOU LIFE, WORK AND CONFIDENCE WITH EVERYDAY COURAGE

    A global bestseller, this book introduces Mel’s simple but powerful technique for overcoming hesitation, self-doubt, and procrastination. It’s packed with real-life stories and actionable steps to help readers push through fear and start living boldly.

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  • Book cover of “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins, with bold white and black text over a vibrant green background filled with yellow dots. An empowering guide to letting go, embracing acceptance, and finding freedom in everyday life.

    THE 'LET THEM' THEORY

    A refreshing, perspective-shifting book that encourages readers to let go of control, embrace acceptance, and focus on their own peace. “The Let Them Theory” offers empowering insights and practical tools for reducing stress and finding freedom by simply letting people be who they are.

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  • Book cover of “Walk With Your Wolf” by Jonathan Hoban, featuring a silhouette of a wolf on a blue-green mountain landscape. An uplifting guide to unlocking intuition, confidence, and personal power.

    WALK WITH YOUR WOLF

    A gentle, insightful guide that invites readers to reconnect with their inner wisdom and intuition through storytelling and self-reflection—helping you find calm, clarity, and resilience in everyday life.

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  • Book cover of “The Wakeful Body” by Willa Blythe Baker, with overlapping abstract shapes in blue, yellow, and orange on a cream background. A mindful exploration of somatic awareness and embodied freedom.

    THE WAKEFUL BODY: SOMATIC MINDFULLNESS AS A PATH TO FREEDOM

    An exploration of embodied mindfulness, this book blends Buddhist wisdom and practical exercises to help you tune into your body, awaken presence, and nurture deep wellbeing from within.

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  • Book cover of “The Body Is Not an Apology” by Sonya Renee Taylor, featuring a confident Black woman with flower crown and butterfly wings against a vibrant, colourful background. An empowering manifesto for radical self-love and body acceptance.

    THE BODY IS NOT AN APOLOGY: THE POWER OF RADICAL SELF LOVE

    A transformative book about embracing self-worth, body positivity, and radical self-love—especially relevant for those who feel marginalized or “othered.”

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  • Book cover of “Hell Yeah Self-Care!” by Alex Iantaffi and Meg-John Barker, with playful white text and radiating lines on a bright blue background. A trauma-informed workbook offering inclusive, practical strategies for self-care and wellbeing.

    HELL YEAH SELF CARE

    A bold, inclusive, and practical guide to self-care for everyone—especially those who feel left out of mainstream wellness. Alex Iantaffi offers real talk, creative strategies, and affirming support for making self-care work in your real life.

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  • Book cover of “How to Have a Beautiful Mind” by Edward de Bono, with playful, colourful hand-drawn lettering and a butterfly illustration on a cream background. A creative guide to thinking, listening, and communicating with clarity and imagination.

    HOW TO HAVE A BEAUTIFUL MIND

    A classic on creative thinking and communication, this book offers simple, engaging tools to help you think more clearly, listen deeply, and bring more colour and curiosity into every conversation.

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  • Book cover of “Radical Wholeness” by Philip Shepherd, featuring a flock of blue birds forming the shape of a hand on a white background. A thoughtful exploration of presence, embodiment, and living in harmony with yourself and the world.

    RADICAL WHOLENESS: THE EMBODIED PRESENT AND THE ORDINARY GRACE OF BEING

    An insightful exploration of how to reconnect with your body, mind, and the world around you. “Radical Wholeness” guides readers toward a deeper sense of presence, balance, and authentic living—offering tools to break free from stress and rediscover true wellbeing.

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  • Book cover of “Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert, with bold white text over a vibrant splash of pink, orange, yellow, and blue paint. An inspiring guide to creative living, courage, and embracing your unique brilliance.

    BIG MAGIC: CREATIVE LIVING BEYOND FEAR

    A joyful, inspiring guide to unlocking your creativity and embracing your unique brilliance. “Big Magic” encourages readers to let go of fear, trust their intuition, and live a vibrant, expressive life—reminding us that everyone has their own light to shine.

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PARENTING AND MENTAL WELLBEING BOOKS

  • Book cover of “The Whole-Brain Child” by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, showing a white silhouette of a child’s head on a teal background with rainbow-coloured title text. A practical parenting guide with twelve strategies to nurture children’s developing minds.

    THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD: 12 PROVEN STRATIGIES TO NUTURE YOUR CHILDS DEVELOPING MIND

    Offers clear, science-backed strategies for helping children manage emotions, build resilience, and thrive, with easy-to-apply tips for everyday parenting.

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  • Book cover of “Raising Resilient Children” by Robert Brooks and Sam Goldstein, showing two smiling children in outdoor jackets by the sea under a blue sky. A practical parenting guide to fostering strength, hope, and optimism in kids.

    RAISING RESILIENT CHILDREN

    A classic guide packed with practical advice and real-life examples to help parents foster confidence, problem-solving skills, and emotional strength in their kids.

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  • Book cover of “Grit” by Angela Duckworth, featuring bold white text over a vibrant blue paint splash on a white background. An inspiring exploration of how passion and perseverance drive success and resilience.

    GRIT: THE POWER OF PASSION AND PERSEVERANCE

    While not exclusively for parents, this inspiring book includes valuable insights and tips on encouraging grit, determination, and resilience in children.

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  • Book cover of “How to Talk So Teens Will Listen & Listen So Teens Will Talk” by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, with bold white and blue text on a bright orange and blue background. A communication guide for building trust and connection with teenagers.

    HOW TO TALK SO TEENS WILL LISTEN AND LISTEN SO TEENS WILL TALK

    A classic, communication-focused guide that equips parents with tools to navigate difficult conversations, set boundaries, and foster trust and respect.

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