3 Books to Read before 2023 Comes Along
2023, could it come any sooner?
If you are looking to change up something before 2023 rather than wait for new year's resolutions, it’s time to grab a couple of books and get a little closer to this year’s challenge.
Let’s not be shy, we are nowhere close to the book reading challenge from the 2020 New Year.
Let’s not make grand plans for the next year. Rather, work on completing the challenges we left behind.
Here are three books you can try reading before 2022 ends and another year goes by:
How To Do The Work by Dr. Nicole LePera
We all know that feeling of being stuck in a rut, like we’re just going through the motions daily. Dr. Nicole LePera knows this feeling all too well. In her new book, “How To Do The Work”, she lays out a step-by-step guide to help us get unstuck and rediscover our passion for life.
The first step is to get clear on what you really want. Too often we allow others to dictate our lives and tell us what we should do. But if you don’t take the time to figure out what YOU want, you’ll never be able to achieve it. Dr. LePera has developed a series of exercises to help you get in touch with your deepest desires.
Next, you need to take action. Dr. LePera emphasizes the importance of taking consistent, small steps toward your goals. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and give up when we try to change everything at once. But if you focus on one thing at a time, you’ll be more likely to stick with it and see results.
Finally, you need to be patient. Change takes time, and it’s important to trust the process. Dr. LePera assures us that if we do the work, we will see results.
If you’re feeling stuck and ready for a change, pick up a copy of “How To Do The Work” and get started today. You won’t regret it.
My favorite quotes from How To Do The Work by Dr. Nicole LePera
“The familiar feels safe; that is, until we teach ourselves that discomfort is temporary and a necessary part of transformation.”
“You may label these thoughts as ‘you’, but they are not you. You are the thinker of your thoughts, not the thoughts themselves.”
“The first step to healing is awareness.”
“This is what the work is all about: making space to allow each of us to be seen, heard, and authentically expressed.”
Why you should read it
Dr. LePera helps readers identify the root causes of their pain and offers a roadmap for healing. How To Do The Work is an essential guide for anyone who is looking to heal their mind, body, and soul. It is a book that offers hope and practical tools for change.
Your Turn: How to Be an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims
If you’re like most people, you probably think that being an adult means having a job, a family, and a mortgage. But according to Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of How to Be an Adult, there’s more to it than that.
Lythcott-Haims defines adulthood as “a state of being able to care for oneself independently and responsibly.” This means being able to do things like manage your finances, cook your own meals, and take care of your own health.
It’s not always easy to achieve this level of independence, but it’s worth striving for. Not only will you be happier and more fulfilled, but you’ll also be setting a good example for the next generation.
In her book, How to Be an Adult, Julie Lythcott-Haims offers up some great advice for those of us who are still trying to figure out this whole adulthood thing. She covers everything from financial responsibility to emotional intelligence, and provides actionable tips for each. One of the most important things she stresses is the importance of setting boundaries.
My favorite quotes from Your Turn: How to Be an Adult
“You must stop pleasing others because those other people literally have no idea who you ARE.”
“Don’t let anyone tell you who you are — you have to have a bigger idea of who you are than how society sees you.”
“Being an adult is a state of mind that ignites the “doing” that ends up forging your adult self. It’s part wanting to, part having to, and part learning how.”
Why you should read it
As adults, we have to be clear about what we need and want from others, and be willing to say no when necessary. This can be difficult, but it’s a crucial skill to have if we want to be successful and happy in our adult lives.
So if you’re still trying to figure out this whole adulthood thing, pick up a copy of Julie’s book. It just might be the guidance you need to get on the right track.
If you aren’t convinced yet, read what Julie wrote about her book.
The Four Agreements By Don Miguel Ruiz
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz is a book that has resonated with me deeply. In it, Ruiz outlines four agreements we can make with ourselves to live a more authentic and joyful life.
The first agreement is to be impeccable with our word. This means speaking with integrity and honesty and committing to only say things that are true and helpful.
The second agreement is to take nothing personally. This doesn’t mean we have to agree with everything that happens to us, but rather that we should not take things personally or let them get to us emotionally.
The third agreement is to not make assumptions. We should always communicate clearly and openly with others, rather than making assumptions about their thoughts or feelings.
The fourth and final agreement is to always do our best. We should aim to give our best effort in all that we do, and not strive for perfectionism but rather excellence.
My favorite quotes from The Four Agreements
“Whatever happens around you, don’t take it personally… Nothing other people do is because of you. It is because of themselves.”
“It is when we lose control that we repress the emotions, not when we are in control.”
“When you don’t do your best, you are denying yourself the right to be you.”
Why you should read it
Living by these four agreements can sometimes be challenging, but it is worth it. When we are impeccable with our word, honest with ourselves and others, and clear in our communication, we can create deeper connections and understanding. And when we commit to doing our best in all that we do, we open up the possibility for true greatness.
