Motivation. When you have it, anything seems achievable. When it is lacking, it can sometimes be tough to get out of bed.
Like anything, books can be motivational. In fact, books and movies may be two of the most motivational mediums around.
When you read a good book, you want to go out and conquer the world. The book motivates you to succeed, and if it is a good motivational book, it also hands you tools to help you succeed. That is what make a great motivational book.
And that is what this list is all about. It is a list of the best motivational books to help you take change of your life.
These books are all nonfiction. Fiction books may be motivational, but they often are short on details for achieving transformational life changes.
1. Smarter, Faster, Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg
2. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
The author of this book, psychologist Angela Duckworth, shows her readers that the secret to success is something she refers to as “grit.” She addresses all types of people from parents to students to business people to highlight the importance of the blend of passion and persistence. Duckworth refers to her own experiences beginning early on in her life that made her come to this conclusion.
In “Grit”, the author tells the real-life stories of cadets who are struggling through their initial experiences at West Point, teachers trying to work with students in inner-city schools, and insights from high achievers such as JP Morgan’s CEO, Jamie Dimon and Seattle Seahawks’ Coach, Pete Carroll.
3. The Success Principles by Jack Canfield
This is the *perfect* book for those who feel stuck with where they are in life. I’ve totally been there, and this book helped me get out of my slump. With short chapters on each topic, Jack teaches you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, and make your goals real. You’ll be back on track in no time.
4. Unshakeable: Your Financial Freedom Playbook by Tony Robbins
Robbins, who has coached more than fifty million people from 100 countries, is the world’s #1 life and business strategist. In this book, he teams up with Peter Mallouk, the only man in history to be ranked the #1 financial advisor in the US for three consecutive years by Barron’s. Together they reveal how to become unshakeable — someone who can not only maintain true peace of mind in a world of immense uncertainty, economic volatility, and unprecedented change, but who can profit from the fear that immobilizes so many.
5. The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale
An international bestseller with over five million copies in print, The Power of Positive Thinking has helped men and women around the world to achieve fulfillment in their lives through Dr. Norman Vincent Peale’s powerful message of faith and inspiration.
In this phenomenal bestseller, “written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying, and worthwhile life,” Dr. Peale demonstrates the power of faith in action. With the practical techniques outlined in this book, you can energize your life — and give yourself the initiative needed to carry out your ambitions and hopes.
6. The Art of War, by Sun Tzu
The Art of War may be the most widely read book that examines strategy and dispute resolution, equally studied by men and women, military, business executives and politicians alike. According to this book, strategy, preparedness and taking advantage of opportunities are key to achieving success by overcoming conflict.
7. The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide To Personal Freedom, by Miguel Ruiz
According to author Miguel Ruiz, four agreements in life are fundamental steps on the path to freedom:
Be impeccable with your word.
Don’t take anything personally.
Don’t make assumptions.
Always do your best.
The motivational books basic premise is that the diligent application of these agreements will lead to personal freedom.
8. Zero To One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future
Peter Thiel finds the unexplored corners of your creativity: that’s the central premise of this luminary’s bestseller. Peter Thiel argues that you need to escape competition and think for yourself if you truly want to forge your own path in business.
9. Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking
In Blink, Malcolm Gladwell explores how we ‘know’ something without exactly knowing why. Gladwell teaches readers how trusting your instinct can be more effective than approaching a decision with caution, inspiring you to think in new ways.
10. A Return to Love
Based on the author’s own experiences as a teacher and lecturer, A Return to Love looks at how the principles of love can transform and heal people during any trials or difficulties life has to offer. Sharing her own insights, Marianne Williamson offers practical applications of love and how it can change all aspects of our lives.
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