Why What You Choose to Do Will Choose the Woman You Become
There’s a quote that stops me in my tracks every time, “A man is worked on by what he works on.” ~Frederick Douglass And while the language may sound a little dated, the truth it carries is as current as tomorrow’s deadline. Whether you’re chasing...
The Power of Intention by Wayne Dyer
Published in 2004 by Hay House, The Power of Intention offers a compelling case for how aligning with a higher sense of purpose can profoundly impact your personal and professional life. This book speaks clearly to those who feel they’ve ticked all...
Reclaiming Your Attention, Rewriting Your Future
You opened your laptop for just a quick email check. Fast forward an hour and you’re knee deep in someone else’s fire. Or maybe you agreed to that “quick coffee chat” that turned into another obligation on your already heaving calendar. It happens...
Start with WHY by Simon Sinek
Published in 2009 by Portfolio, Start with WHY has become a go-to resource for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who feel stuck chasing external success without internal fulfilment. This book shines a light on a surprisingly simple but...
The Hidden Half: How Starting (Not Perfecting) Breaks the Cycle of Procrastination
When my youngest daughter started chasing her big dream, I noticed something almost immediately: the dream lit her up, but the steps to make it real weighed her down like a backpack full of bricks. Instead of charging ahead, she’d slip into the...
Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
In an age of highlight reels and hustle culture, Ryan Holiday’s Ego Is the Enemy (2016, Portfolio/Penguin) dares to ask: What if the real obstacle to our growth isn't external, but internal? This book offers a direct, no-nonsense reflection on how...
The Myth of Time Management and the Magic of 90-Year-Old Eyes: How to Master Productivity with Purpose
Picture this. You wake up tomorrow morning… and you’re 90. Your knees creak, your skin is softer, your energy a little more measured—but your eyes? Your eyes blink open to the miracle of being 37 again. Just imagine what that version of you would...
Why Can’t I Rely on Anyone? The Hidden Instinct Blocking True Partnership
Have You Ever Thought: “Why Am I Always the One Holding It All Together?” Let’s be real for a moment. You’re driven, capable, and (let’s face it) usually the most reliable person in the room. But when it comes to building something together—be it a...
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve achieved so much, yet something still feels off,” Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself (2012, Hay House) might just stop you in your tracks. This book isn’t your usual self-help pep talk—it merges...
Stop Chasing Their Spotlight—Outshine Your Yesterday Self Instead
There was a time I spent too much energy ‘performing’ for other people. Not living, performing. From the outside? Picture-perfect. Climbing the corporate ladder, managing global teams, holding it all together. On the inside? Quietly asking myself,...
The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson
Success doesn’t come from grand, sweeping changes or luck—it’s built through small, consistent actions. The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson, first published in 2005 by Greenleaf Book Group Press, introduces this powerful principle and provides a roadmap...
From Worry to Power: A Better Way to Use Your Mental Energy
Let’s Talk About That Voice in Your HeadYou know the one. It whispers at 3 a.m., right when you need rest the most. It replays the meeting where you should’ve spoken up. It forecasts worst-case scenarios like it's auditioning for a role in a drama...
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice in our pursuit of success, but Matthew Walker, a neuroscientist and sleep expert, makes an unshakable case for why that’s a critical mistake. In Why We Sleep (2017, Scribner), Walker unveils the science...
Why the Little Things Aren’t So Little in Life and Leadership
You’ve probably heard the old parable: “For want of a nail, the shoe was lost. For want of a shoe, the horse was lost. For want of a horse, the rider was lost. For want of a rider, the battle was lost. For want of a battle, the kingdom was lost....
Becoming Supernatural by Joe Dispenza
What if you could harness the power of your mind to break free from past limitations and create a new, extraordinary reality? Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza, published in 2017 by Hay House,...
The Lies We Believe: How Repetition Shapes Your Reality (and How to Reclaim It)
There’s an ancient Chinese proverb I recently heard that I love: Three men make a tiger. The story goes like this: A minister approached the king and asked, "If one person came to you and claimed there was a tiger in the marketplace, would you...
Learned Optimism by Martin E Seligman
Originally published in 1990 by Free Press, Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life by Martin E. Seligman offers a groundbreaking perspective on how individuals can shift their mindset to lead a more fulfilling life. Seligman, a...
The PERMA Model – A Roadmap to a Fulfilled Life
We’ve all had those moments—sitting at our desks or in yet another meeting, staring blankly at a screen, wondering, Is this it? Success on paper, yet a gnawing sense of dissatisfaction. The truth is, many high-achieving women feel this way. They...
The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women And Men Why Capable People Suffer from Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive In Spite of It by Valerie Young
The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women and Men, published in 2011 by Crown Business, is more than just a book—it’s a roadmap for navigating feelings of inadequacy while excelling in high-stakes environments. Dr. Valerie Young, a global expert on...
Breaking Free from the Barriers to Your Potential
There’s nothing quite like the nagging feeling that you were meant for more—more joy, more fulfillment, more confidence in your work and life. And yet, something holds you back. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? You’ve checked all the right...
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