During the school year, reading for leisure often gets tossed aside to school-work. Winter break is the perfect opportunity to catch up on all that reading you’ve been missing out on. Reading inspirational/motivating books can clear your mind of negative vibes the previous semester may have created and start your mind off with a fresh start. Here are some *life-changing* books to inspire you, without being cliché.
1. It’s Kind of a Funny Story – Ned Vizzini
It’s Kind of a Funny Story is a brutally honest journey of a psych ward patient’s journey. Vizzini, a mental health illness sufferer himself, describes mental illness in a relatable and authentic way. For those suffering with their mental health, this book offers assurance that you are not alone. (If you want to take a break from reading, it’s also a movie!)
2. the sun and her flowers – Rupi Kaur
I’m just assuming you’ve already read Milk and Honey with this recommendation. The Sun and Her Flowers is a journey about growth and healing with the “chapters” being about wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming. This journey, at least in my eyes, is similar to a journey through college. You’ll cry, nod your head in agreement, and bookmark every other page.
3. You Are A Badass- Jen Sincero
This is not your typical “self-help” book. Jen is brutally honest, blunt, and yet inspirational – a book obviously written for millennials. You’ll be filled with positive energy & know you’re worthy of success by the end.
4. The Defining Decade – Meg Jay
Your twenties matter and Meg Jay, PhD, explains why through an easy-to-understand, scientific look at how to make the most of this decade of your life. With sections on work, love, body/mind, there’s something to learn no matter where you are in life right now.
5. Let It Out – Katie Dalebout
For those who are more creative or want to step up their journal game, this is the book for you. Filled with insights and prompts, you’ll be writing in no-time. Don’t worry though, you don’t have to be a writer! Journaling can be beneficial to anyone and Kate makes it easy to start.