By LEE JIA ANN
In conjunction with World Book Day on 24 April, here’s a compilation of four books to boost your spirits and inspire you daily. Best part is, you can find these reads in the Taylor’s Library. Just look for the Psychology rack labeled 150-158.7, located on the second floor.
In conjunction with World Book Day on 24 April, here’s a compilation of four books to boost your spirits and inspire you daily. Best part is, you can find these reads in the Taylor’s Library. Just look for the Psychology rack labeled 150-158.7, located on the second floor.
1) Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken by Mike Robbins
Consider this book your own personal cheerleader that cheers you on to achieve the things you want in life. The idea of it is to overcome fears you may have and to be the best that you can possibly be. An example illustrated by the author is the five principles of authenticity – to know oneself, transform your own fear, express yourself, be bold, and lastly, celebrating who you are as a person.
2) Happiness in Hard Times by Andrew Matthews
While most might not be inclined to pick up this book due to the cliché title, it is actually a rather good read, especially for those who are seeking for a little extra joy in their lives. The author writes in simple English which makes it easy to digest, even in one sitting. You would find quotes such as “Do I have enough food for today” and that alone may be enough to prompt you to be grateful for the things you have.
3) How to Have a Beautiful Mind by Edward de Bono
You may be excused if you picked up this book solely for the beautifully illustrated cover, because this writer did just that. The book is in essence a how-to book, with the first few chapters beginning with those two words. “How to Listen”, “How to Disagree” and “How to Agree” will help those who have trouble with these areas. Whether you’re headed to a clubs’ and societies’ party soon, or a small gathering with close friends, this book provides situations in which social interactions will occur, and how to carry out conversations.
4) How to Simplify Your Life: Seven Practical Steps to Letting Go of Your Burdens and Living a Happier Life by Werner Tiki Kustenmacher and Lothar Seiwert
This book is a guide to simplifying the seven aspects of your life, which are your things, finances, time, health, relationship, life partnerships, and finally, yourself. The book is full of practical advice and it is not necessary to read from cover to cover, as you can find specific areas of your life that you would like to simplify. Seeing as GST was implemented earlier this month, the chapter “Simplify your finances” will most definitely come in handy for every reader out there.
Consider this book your own personal cheerleader that cheers you on to achieve the things you want in life. The idea of it is to overcome fears you may have and to be the best that you can possibly be. An example illustrated by the author is the five principles of authenticity – to know oneself, transform your own fear, express yourself, be bold, and lastly, celebrating who you are as a person.
2) Happiness in Hard Times by Andrew Matthews
While most might not be inclined to pick up this book due to the cliché title, it is actually a rather good read, especially for those who are seeking for a little extra joy in their lives. The author writes in simple English which makes it easy to digest, even in one sitting. You would find quotes such as “Do I have enough food for today” and that alone may be enough to prompt you to be grateful for the things you have.
3) How to Have a Beautiful Mind by Edward de Bono
You may be excused if you picked up this book solely for the beautifully illustrated cover, because this writer did just that. The book is in essence a how-to book, with the first few chapters beginning with those two words. “How to Listen”, “How to Disagree” and “How to Agree” will help those who have trouble with these areas. Whether you’re headed to a clubs’ and societies’ party soon, or a small gathering with close friends, this book provides situations in which social interactions will occur, and how to carry out conversations.
4) How to Simplify Your Life: Seven Practical Steps to Letting Go of Your Burdens and Living a Happier Life by Werner Tiki Kustenmacher and Lothar Seiwert
This book is a guide to simplifying the seven aspects of your life, which are your things, finances, time, health, relationship, life partnerships, and finally, yourself. The book is full of practical advice and it is not necessary to read from cover to cover, as you can find specific areas of your life that you would like to simplify. Seeing as GST was implemented earlier this month, the chapter “Simplify your finances” will most definitely come in handy for every reader out there.