The Promise of Sleep is a book by William C. Dement, a leading expert in sleep medicine, that explores the vital connection between health, happiness, and a good night's sleep. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the history of sleep research to the latest advances in sleep medicine and offers practical tips for improving sleep habits.
The Joy of Burnout: How the End of the World Can Be a New Beginning by Dina Glouberman takes a unique and unconventional approach to burnout. Rather than viewing it as a negative or destructive experience, the author presents burnout as an opportunity for personal growth, transformation, and the creation of a more fulfilling life.
Glouberman challenges the traditional narrative surrounding burnout, which often portrays it as a sign of failure or weakness. Instead, she encourages readers to embrace burnout as a catalyst for positive change. She argues that burnout can serve as a wake-up call, signalling that something in our lives is out of alignment and in need of attention.
"The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are" is a self-help book written by Brené Brown. The book explores the topic of self-acceptance and the importance of embracing imperfection in order to live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Russ Harris’s The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt is a practical book that challenges traditional ideas about confidence. Instead of waiting to feel confident before taking action, Harris argues that true confidence comes from taking action despite fear and self-doubt. Using principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the book provides psychological tools to help readers break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and avoidance behaviours.
In The Upside of Uncertainty: A Guide to Finding Possibility in the Unknown, Nathan Furr and Susannah Harmon Furr explore how uncertainty, often seen as a source of anxiety and fear, can be reframed as a powerful catalyst for creativity, growth, and innovation. The authors argue that the way we approach uncertainty has a profound impact on our ability to navigate challenges, whether in business, personal life, or leadership. Rather than avoiding or fearing the unknown, Furr and Harmon Furr suggest that we can embrace uncertainty and leverage it to create new opportunities and insights.
Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health, and Bigger Success by Shawn Stevenson is a comprehensive guide that explores the importance of quality sleep and provides actionable strategies to improve sleep habits. Stevenson, a health expert, combines scientific research with practical advice to help readers optimise their sleep and reap the benefits it offers