Personal development & self-help books

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Ikigai

Hector Garcia, Francesc Miralles

This book will help you unlock what your ikigai is and equip you to change your life.

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ADHD 2.0

Edward M. Hallowell, John J. Ratey M.D.

A revolutionary new approach to ADHD featuring cutting-edge research and strategies to help readers thrive, by the bestselling authors of the seminal books Driven to Distraction and Delivered from Distraction…

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The School of Life: An Emotional Education

Alain de Botton, The School of Life

How to live wisely and well in the twenty-first century–an introduction to the modern art of emotional intelligence.

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Grit

Angela Duckworth

In this must-read for anyone seeking to succeed, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth takes us on an eye-opening journey to discover the true qualities that lead to outstanding achievement.

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Never Split the Difference

Chris Voss,Tahl Raz

A former FBI hostage negotiator offers a new, field-tested approach to negotiating - effective in any situation. After a stint policing the rough streets of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Voss…

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How to Do Nothing

Jenny Odell

A galvanizing critique of the forces vying for our attention – and our personal information – that redefines what we think of as productivity, reconnects us with the environment, and…

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How To Be A Stoic

Massimo Pigliucci

Stoicism teaches us to acknowledge our emotions, reflect on what causes them and redirect them for our own good. The author shows how stoicism teaches us the importance of a…

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Stolen Focus

Johann Hari

Why have we lost our ability to focus? What are the causes? And, most importantly, how do we get it back?

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Your Name is Not Anxious

Stephanie Dowrick

Stephanie Dowrick, PhD, embraces a whole body, whole-self approach to radically reduce stress, quieten anxiety, and return power to each reader through strong, self-supporting solutions you can use in daily…

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Then There Was You

Sophie Cachia

Then There Was You is the eagerly awaited follow up to Sophie Cachia's best-selling memoir Then There Was Her.

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I Am More Than My Body

Bethany C. Meyers

A timely new book about how body neutrality can help us find joy within.

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Look

Christian Madsbjerg

A powerful exploration of how we pay attention that will transform the ways we connect with one another – at home, at work, and beyond.

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Deeper Mindfulness

Mark Williams, Danny Penman

Use the hidden foundations of mindfulness to rediscover calm and reclaim your life in our chaotic world.

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The Manual

Dr Kieran Kennedy, Scott Henderson

What does it mean to be a man in the 2020s?

In a fast-paced and ever-changing world, the way young men see themselves, masculinity and men's health is evolving. We're…

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Smart Moves - 100+ Simple Ways to Get Smarter with Your Money, Career, Wellbeing, and Relationships

Tea Angelos

The ultimate handbook for achieving your goals and transforming your life

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Friendaholic

Elizabeth Day

As a society, there is a tendency to elevate romantic love. But what about friendships? Aren't they just as - if not more - important? So why is it hard…

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The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)

Philippa Perry

How can we have better relationships?

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The Wisdom of Morrie

Morrie Schwartz, Rob Schwartz (ed.)

From the eponymous subject of the beloved classic Tuesdays with Morrie comes an insightful, poignant masterpiece on staying vibrant and connected for life.

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The Laughter Effect

Ros Ben-Moshe

Turbocharge your humour, laughter and joy with this transformative body-mind guide by laughter wellness and positivity expert Ros Ben-Moshe

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Enchantment: Reawakening Wonder in an Exhausted Age

Katherine May

A balm for our times from the internationally bestselling author of Wintering.

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Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock

Jenny Odell

An original, life-affirming book that reshapes our relationship with time from the bestselling author of How to Do Nothing

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Love & Autism

Kay Kerr

Through the intimate writing of critically acclaimed autistic author Kay Kerr, Love & Autism presents an uplifting celebration of neurodivergent love, the search for it and a deeper look into…

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The Swedish Art of Ageing Well

Margareta Magnusson

From the bestselling author of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, here is a charming and humorous book about embracing life at any age.

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The New Rulebook

Chris Cheers

A practical, inclusive guide to life from Instagram's favourite psychologist Chris Cheers.

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Make It Meaningful

Debbie Haski-Leventhal

Unorthodox meets Start with Why: how escaping a cult led Debbie Haski-Leventhal to become a ‘professor of purpose’ and master the art of finding personal meaning in life.

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Aware

Daniel J. Siegel

This groundbreaking new book from New York Times bestselling author Daniel J. Siegel introduces readers to his pioneering, science-based meditation practice.

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Love This for You

Deni Todorovic

A guide to self-love and living authentically, from Australia’s answer to Jonathan Van Ness

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Choose Compassion

James Kirby

Australia’s leading compassion researcher explores the challenges of becoming a more compassionate person and developing a more compassionate society

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Minding Your Mind

James O'Loghlin, Ian Hickie

Written with compassion and curiosity, warmth and humour, Minding Your Mind is for anyone who wants the best for their mental well-being but might not know the best way to…

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Reasons Not to Worry

Brigid Delaney

Reasons Not to Worry is an accessible introduction to Stoic principles of virtue, moderation and self-discipline, adapting this ancient knowledge to inspire practical advice for everyday life.

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Coping in Good Times and Bad

Erica Frydenberg

No one thinks about how well they’re coping with life’s daily stresses, until they’re not. Coping in Good Times and Bad brings together what we know about coping so we…

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How to Be You

Skye Cleary

An inspiring guide to authentic living according to the philosophy of the groundbreaking philosopher Simone de Beauvoir, by leading US philosophy professor Skye Cleary.

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Italian Lessons

Beppe Severgnini

One-of-a-kind timeless lessons for handling challenges and living with joy, the Italian way

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Time Wise

Amantha Imber

Dominate your day and level up your life, using the secrets and habits of highly effective people. A practical guide from the behavioural scientist behind the #1 ranking Australian business…

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LOVE!

Zoe Foster Blake

Most of us mosey between single, dating and committed in a half-rapturous, half-tortured loop for a large portion of our lives.

There’s no right or wrong when it comes to…

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What the Fuck Is This

Celeste Mountjoy

Australian artist Celeste Mountjoy (aka Filthyratbag) aims for the heart in her first book, What the Fuck Is This, a stunningly original collection of illustrations and observations on being young…

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Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic

Dr Paul Conti

The transformative guide to recognising, preventing and healing trauma by Dr Paul Conti, with a foreword by Lady Gaga.

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Good Arguments

Bo Seo

At a time when every disagreement turns toxic, world champion debater Bo Seo reveals the timeless secrets of effective communication and persuasion.

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Living Untethered

Michael A. Singer

Let your spirit soar! From world-renowned spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer-author of #1 bestseller, The Untethered Soul-this highly anticipated, timely, transformative guide offers a crucial reminder that true inspiration, fulfilment…

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Heartland

Jennifer Pinkerton

Based on interviews across Australia, Heartland guides readers through the intimate world of love, sex, dating, and commitment among millennials and Generation Z.

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When I Grow Up

Moya Sarner

When do you become an adult? What does it mean to grow up? And what are the experiences that propel us forward - or keep us stuck?

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The Way of Nagomi

Ken Mogi

The Japanese ideology that gives you the powers to embrace everything life throws at you in order to live at peace and harmoniously - as explained by the global bestselling…

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Cosmic Numerology

Jenn King

How to harness your full potential using the power of numbers and planets.

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How to Be Well

Dr Karen Coates, Sharon Kolkka

Today is the first day of the rest of your life.

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The Space Between the Stars

Indira Naidoo

A deeply moving and uplifting exploration of the power of nature - even urban nature - to heal the deepest hurts.

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Power

Kemi Nekvapil

Shift your thinking about what power is and who gets to have it. Live and lead fully, without apology.

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This Is Not A Book About Benedict Cumberbatch

Tabitha Carvan

For fans of Caitlin Moran and Anne Helen Peterson, this is an exceptionally funny memoir and manifesto about what it’s like to reclaim your sense of joy and discovery in…

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Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Dr Julie Smith

A simple, positive, practical toolkit for better mental health, from clinical psychologist and TikTok star Dr Julie Smith

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Personal development & self-help books

Ikigai

ADHD 2.0

The School of Life: An Emotional Education

Grit

Never Split the Difference

How to Do Nothing

How To Be A Stoic

Stolen Focus

Your Name is Not Anxious

Then There Was You

I Am More Than My Body

Look

Deeper Mindfulness

The Manual

Smart Moves - 100+ Simple Ways to Get Smarter with Your Money, Career, Wellbeing, and Relationships

Friendaholic

The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)

The Wisdom of Morrie

The Laughter Effect

Enchantment: Reawakening Wonder in an Exhausted Age

Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock

Love & Autism

The Swedish Art of Ageing Well

The New Rulebook

Make It Meaningful

Aware

Love This for You

Choose Compassion

Minding Your Mind

Reasons Not to Worry

Coping in Good Times and Bad

How to Be You

Italian Lessons

Time Wise

LOVE!

What the Fuck Is This

Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic

Good Arguments

Living Untethered

Heartland

When I Grow Up

The Way of Nagomi

Cosmic Numerology

How to Be Well

The Space Between the Stars

Power

This Is Not A Book About Benedict Cumberbatch

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?