The Best, Life Changing, Inspirational Self-Help Books You Must Read For Personal Development

Here are some popular, inspirational self help books that are truly life changing. These must read books will help you with confidence, motivation, self improvement and personal development.

Here are some of my favourite books that focus on re-introducing us to the power that is within each one of us. They take us from feeling like we are in a state of helplessness to feeling empowered and help us regain control of our lives.

Since reading these books, I have gained a whole new perspective on life. I have learned to relook at things and think from a more optimistic place. I would highly recommend you give yourself this gift too, and change your life for the better by allowing these books to reshape your perspective.

Some books that are my personal favourites in the transformational nonfiction/self-help genre are the following:

The Power of Your Subconscious Mind - Dr. Joseph Murphy:

This book was one of my earlier reads. It has been a bestseller ever since it was first published in 1963. It teaches one how to bring the incredible force of the subconscious under your control. There is a revised edition by Ian McMahan, Ph.D. and you can read that one too. It makes you aware of the treasure chest that is within each one of us and shares some practical techniques for mental healing.

Apparently, Dr. Joseph Murphy spent many years studying various religions all over the world, and ultimately realized that there is a great power that lies inside each and every one of us. That is the power he helps us harness in his book. This book helps you understand what that power is and also how to use it to change your life and destiny.

I think this would even be a great first-read for someone wanting to get into this genre of books. It was one of the first books I read when I was getting interested in spirituality and self-improvement books. It really helps you realize the power within you and how you can truly start to change your life for the better.

If you’d like to buy it, here it is: https://www.bookdepository.com/Power-Your-Subconscious-Mind-Joseph-Murphy/

Awaken the Giant Within – Anthony Robbins:

In this book, Anthony focuses on taking immediate control of one’s mental, emotional, physical and financial destiny. He writes about unleashing one’s power and taking control of one’s life. He also offers a seven-day action plan to shape your life. I enjoy watching Anthony Robbins during his workshops. You will find a lot of his videos online.

This book is great for you if you find yourself having low self-esteem and drive. If you want to take charge of your life and make a change in the way you experience this world, you will really benefit from this book. If you want to feel driven, energized, powerful and ready to take on the world, I think you will love this book.

I truly believe that we all have this power within us. We just need help realizing it sometimes. That’s where books like this one come in. These authors really speak directly to you and the issues that you are tackling. They make you realise that what you’re feeling is normal and there is a way to change it. It’s just up to you to actually try out their tips dedicatedly and take action to create the life you crave.

Here is the link if you’d like to buy it: https://www.bookdepository.com/Awaken-Giant-Within-Tony-Robbins/

I recommend that you read these books with an open mind – thinking ‘hmm this is also an interesting perspective and a possibility’. At the end, think about whether it resonates with your reality. If yes - great. If it doesn’t, you can always form your own opinion/perspective based on your own experiences. For, the truth is that there are endless possibilities.

And this you will see in the book:

Is Life As We Know It? - Palak and Pooja:

This book is written by my sister and I. Yes, my sister and I. We have written a book that is an easy read and will beckon you to relook at your life and wonder is life really as we know it, or is there more to it? This book will give you hope and strength to move ahead in life despite your fears and challenges. It will make you fall in love with life, all over again.

It has some tools that will help you fill your life with newness, and discover capabilities that you didn’t even think you had. When we were writing this book, we were going through some challenges of our own, and the messages in this book really helped us get through it all. It gave us hope and helped us see life differently - in a better light - from a place of ease and positivity.

We hope it gives you the same sense of calm and ease that it gave us. It simply offers you a new perspective on life and our existence, while challenging some of the things we have been conditioned to believe about life.

If you’re interested, you can check it out and buy it on Book Depository: https://www.bookdepository.com/Is-Life-We-Know-It-Palak-Pooja/

Or on Amazon, here: https://www.amazon.com/Life-as-We-Know/

You’ll See It When You Believe It – Dr. Wayne W Dyer:

This book heightens your self-awareness and shows you the way to your personal transformation. It touches topics such as oneness, abundance, synchronicity, forgiveness, thought and transformation. It is an easy read. Dr. Wayne W Dyer has been one of my favourite authors as his books are so easy to read and comprehend. Pick up any book by this author and you will definitely enjoy reading it if you like transformational fiction or self help books.

This book could be another great option to start getting into this genre with. It honestly makes you feel so motivated and makes you believe just how possible the seemingly “impossible” actually is. If you have some crazy, big dreams - believe in them. In this book, Dr. Wayne W Dyer has shared so many tips to making your wishes come true and living your dream life, no matter what that life may look like.

This book is absolutely lovely and will make you feel so energized and inspired to take control of your life and create the life you really want. You will feel motivated, energetic, driven, and excited about all the possibilities that await.

Make your wildest dreams come true. You may realize that they’re not that wild after all.

You can buy it here, if you’re interested: https://www.bookdepository.com/Youll-See-It-When-You-Believe-It-Dr-Wayne-W-Dyer/

Stop the Excuses – Dr. Wayne W Dyer:

Another one of his books that I enjoyed reading was Stop the Excuses. Here, he has discussed how to change lifelong thoughts by identifying and changing habitual thinking. He also shares seven principles on how to stop the excuses. I love watching Dr. Wayne W Dyer’s videos on YouTube too. Very inspiring man.

We all have some irrational or simply annoying thoughts, whether we are aware of them or not. Sometimes we notice them and realize how unhelpful they are, but other times we don’t even know how these habitual thought processes are negatively impacting our lives. That’s where this book comes in. In ‘Stop The Excuses',’ Dr. Wayne W Dyer has shared his best tips on how to break out of those patterns that are hindering us at every step of our lives.

I feel like this book would be great for people who know they tend to overanalyze and overthink things. It will help change those self-destructive thought processes and retrain your mind to function more effectively.

If you’d like to check it out , here’s the link: https://www.bookdepository.com/Stop-Excuses-Dr-Wayne-W-Dyer/

The Secret - Rhonda Byrne:

Another one of my favourites is ‘The Secret’ by Rhonda Byrne. Actually, I watched the movie before I read the book, and I really enjoyed it. It talks about 'like attracting like.’ This book talks about how to be, have and do anything you want. Well known people have ‘shared their incredible stories of using The Secret to eradicate disease, acquire massive wealth, overcome obstacles, and achieve what many would regard as impossible,’ claims the blurb on this book’s cover.

This concept of the law of attraction has intrigued and resonated with many people over the years. That’s why so many more authors and speakers have covered it and looked into it more, as of late. People claim to have experienced miracles by following the teachings of this book. I definitely think it’s worth a read. It has changed the way I think and live too, since I was first exposed to it.

Here’s a link to the famous book: https://www.bookdepository.com/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/

If you enjoy this book, you may also read books written on the law of attraction and related topics, by a lot of other authors. To name a couple of my favourites:

Dr. Joe Dispenza, who is a researcher, author and an educator.

Esther Hicks books on the law of attraction.

I hope you consider reading some of these books, as they really have helped me change my way of looking at life. I have a much healthier and more positive perspective towards life since I got into reading this genre, and I think it just keeps getting better as I explore more books on self improvement. I truly hope you give yourself the same gift. I really believe that these books can be truly transformational.

Happy reading!