'Read this and you will be happier': experts pick the self-help books that really work

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Here are the 18 books chosen by experts in various fields, along with a brief summary:

1. **"The Art of Happiness"** by HH Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler: A dialogue between a western psychiatrist and the Dalai Lama that offers wisdom on how to cultivate happiness and well-being.

2. **"1-2-3 Magic"** by Thomas Phelan: An older book that provides a sensible system for discipline, giving you a clear plan to help children understand what's expected of them.

3. **"Approaching Autistic Adulthood"** by Grace Liu: A poignant and evidence-based read that addresses the challenges faced by autistic individuals as they navigate adulthood.

4. **"Dopamine Nation"** by Anna Lembke: A book about addiction and biology, emphasizing how our cultures leave us feeling empty and prone to addiction.

5. **"The Unexpected"** by Emily Oster: A book about navigating pregnancy during complications, offering practical advice for women facing unexpected challenges.

6. **"How to Focus"** by John Cassian, translated by Jamie Kreiner: A guide on how to maintain focus in a world filled with distractions, using ancient wisdom and modern translation techniques.

7. **"Siblings"** by Linda Blair: A book about navigating complex family relationships, offering practical advice for building strong and healthy sibling bonds.

8. **"The Road Less Travelled"** by Grace Liu: A memoir about the author's journey to adulthood as an autistic individual, shedding light on the experiences of neurodivergent people.

9. **"Determining"** by Robert Sapolsky: A book that challenges the idea of free will, exploring how our choices are influenced by biology and environment.

10. **"Monastic Guide for an Age of Distraction"** by John Cassian, translated by Jamie Kreiner: An ancient wisdom guide for modern readers on cultivating focus and concentration in a distracting world.

11. **"The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During and After Complications"** by Emily Oster: A book that offers practical advice for women facing unexpected complications during pregnancy or after childbirth.

12. **"Narcissism: Understanding and Treating Narcissistic Personality Disorder"** by Linda Blair: A comprehensive guide to understanding and treating narcissistic personality disorder, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships.

13. **"The Art of Happiness"**: (already listed)

14. **"Determined: A Science of Life Without Free Will"** by Robert Sapolsky: A book that explores how our choices are influenced by biology and environment.

15. **"Neurodiversity"** by Almuth McDowall: A book about neurodivergence, offering insights into the experiences of autistic individuals and providing practical advice for building stronger relationships with neurodivergent people.

16. **"Monastic Wisdom for Everyday Life"**: (not listed)

17. **"The Art of Happiness"** by HH Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler: A dialogue between a western psychiatrist and the Dalai Lama that offers wisdom on how to cultivate happiness and well-being.

18. **"Approaching Autistic Adulthood"** by Grace Liu: A poignant and evidence-based read that addresses the challenges faced by autistic individuals as they navigate adulthood.

These books cover various topics such as mindfulness, neuroscience, relationships, neurodiversity, and personal growth, offering practical advice and insights for improving one's life.
 
OMG u gotta check out dis list of 18 books 🤯! They got tomes on mindfulness, neuroscience & stuff 🧠📚. "Dopamine Nation" by Anna Lembke is SOOO good 😌 about addiction & biology. I think its like super relatable 4 many ppl w/ addictions or strugglin' w/ focus 😴.

I also love dat dey got books on neurodiversity 🤝, relationships 👫, & personal growth 💪. "Approaching Autistic Adulthood" by Grace Liu is so poignant 📚 it really speaks 2 me. I feel like we need more books like dis 1. 🙏
 
I think its great that these books have been chosen to help people improve their lives 🙌. I've read "The Art of Happiness" by Dalai Lama & Howard Cutler, it really changed my perspective on what makes us happy 😊. And I also liked "1-2-3 Magic" by Thomas Phelan, discipline is so important for kids and adults alike 👪. Its good to see books that focus on neurodiversity too, like Almuth McDowall's book 🤝. The thing is though, with all this knowledge out there, its easy to get overwhelmed and not know where to start 📚. I think the key is finding something that resonates with you and sticking with it 💪.
 
😅 I'm late to the party, but these book choices look pretty solid to me. 📚 The inclusion of more non-fiction books like "Determining" and "Narcissism" shows that the experts in this field are committed to providing well-rounded information on various topics. 🤝 It's also great to see more representation from autistic authors like Grace Liu, her books seem super insightful and important for neurodivergent communities. 👍
 
aww this list is so inspiring 🤗 i mean, can you imagine having all these amazing resources at your fingertips to help you navigate the ups and downs of life? 🌈 it's like having a big ol' hug in book form 💖 i think what i love most about this list is that it acknowledges the complexities of life and offers practical solutions for different challenges we may face 💪 whether it's navigating autism, building healthy sibling relationships or cultivating happiness and well-being... these books have got you covered 📚💕
 
🤔 These 18 book picks are pretty interesting! I think it's awesome that there's a range of topics covered 📚💡. I've read some of them already and they're really helping me navigate my own life 🙏.

Out of all the books, I'd say "1-2-3 Magic" by Thomas Phelan is one of the most practical ones 👍. As someone who's struggled with discipline in the past, I found his system to be super useful 💪. But at the same time, I'm also curious about "Determining" by Robert Sapolsky 🤔. His ideas on free will and biology are really making me think 📚.

What do you guys think about these book picks? Have any of them caught your eye 📖?
 
This list of 18 books is pretty cool 🤔, but it got me thinking... who gets to decide what topics are worth covering in the first place? I mean, what if someone from a different field or background had suggested these titles instead? Would we be reading about mindfulness and neuroscience as much as we do today?

It's also interesting that there are so many books on neurodiversity 🤝. Is it because our society is finally starting to acknowledge the importance of accepting and supporting autistic individuals? Or is this just a reflection of how much more research has been done in the field, making these topics more accessible to the general public?

And what about the representation? How many books written by people with disabilities or from diverse backgrounds were on this list? I'd love to see more stories being told from the perspectives of those who are often underrepresented 📚.

Anyway, I guess that's just my two cents on these 18 books 😊. What do you guys think about them?
 
😒 I mean, what's up with these "classic" books being chosen? I'm sure 90% of the readers are gonna be like "oh wow, an old book about happiness", not really applying anything to their daily lives 🤷‍♀️. And can we get rid of the duplicates? Like, come on! The Dalai Lama book is already listed twice... how's that supposed to inspire people? 🙄
 
I'm loving this list 🤩. It's like, finally someone is putting out a book recommendation that actually cares about people's lives. I mean, we've got books on happiness and mindfulness, but also some real heavy stuff like addiction and narcissistic personality disorder. Like, let's get real, those are the things we need to be talking about 🤯.

And I love that there are books written by autistic individuals themselves, offering a unique perspective on what it's like to navigate adulthood as someone with autism. That's so important for raising awareness and reducing stigma 💡.

One book that caught my eye is "Dopamine Nation". I've been feeling really burnt out lately and I think this might be just the thing to help me understand why 🤔. It's all about how our cultures leave us feeling empty and prone to addiction, which sounds like a real problem we need to tackle 💥.

Anyway, I'm definitely adding some of these books to my reading list ASAP 📚. Who else is excited to dive into this list? 😄
 
I'm so excited to see these books on the list 🤩! I think what I love most is how they focus on helping us cultivate happiness and well-being in our lives. Like, have you ever felt really overwhelmed by all the distractions around you? 😂 I know I do sometimes, but then I remind myself that it's okay to take a step back and focus on my breath. "How to Focus" has been a lifesaver for me! 💆‍♀️

And I also think it's amazing that these books are tackling some really tough topics like neurodiversity and addiction 🤝. It's so important that we're having more conversations around mental health and wellness, especially in today's fast-paced world.

I'm also loving the fact that there are books on mindfulness and self-care 🧘‍♀️🌱. Like, I've been trying to prioritize my own well-being lately and it feels amazing to have these resources to help me stay on track 😊.
 
🤔 these books seem really interesting, gotta check out "Determining" tho 📚 it sounds like a game changer on the whole free will thing... i've always been curious about how much our choices are actually our own anyway 👀
 
Meh, another list of books that's just gonna get lost in a sea of Amazon recommendations 🤦‍♂️. I mean, what's up with the repetition of "The Art of Happiness"? Can't they come up with something new? 😒 It's like they're trying to force us to read the same book over and over again. And don't even get me started on the lack of diversity in topics - it's all about self-help and personal growth, where's the social justice or politics? 🤔
 
🤯 I was so hyped when i heard about these book recomendations 📚👍 i mean who doesn't want to be happy 😊 and figure out how to deal with those complicated family relationships 💕? 1-2-3 magic 👧 is a game changer for parents, trust me my little one has been testing the limits since day 1 🤣. but what really caught my attention was dopamine nation 📦 its like we're living in this world where everyone's high on something or other 💊 and it makes sense that our brains are wired to crave more 🤯.
 
I'm so glad to see these amazing book recommendations 🤩📚! It's like, we're living in a world where people are more aware of the importance of mental health and wellness, you know? And I think it's awesome that there are books out there that can help us navigate life's challenges with more ease and understanding.

I mean, books like "The Art of Happiness" and "Approaching Autistic Adulthood" really speak to me because they offer such unique perspectives on happiness and neurodiversity. And "Dopamine Nation" is like, so relatable? I've been there too, feeling like we're just stuck in this cycle of addiction and craving more.

I love that these books are all about empowering us with knowledge and practical advice. Like, who needs experts to tell you how to be happy or healthy when you can figure it out for yourself? But sometimes, we need a little guidance, you know?

Anyway, I'm just so grateful for books like these 🙏. They help us connect with others, understand ourselves better, and find our own paths to happiness and fulfillment. Keep on reading and spreading the love! 💖
 
omg just read about these books 🤯 i'm kinda surprised to see "The Art of Happiness" on the list again 😒 i mean its a great book but come on, can't they pick something new for once? 🤷‍♀️ anyways, what i really love about this list is that it's got a good mix of self-help books, neuroscience stuff, and books about neurodiversity 💡 "Approaching Autistic Adulthood" by Grace Liu seems like a must-read for me 😊 and i also appreciate the inclusion of books on mindfulness and personal growth 🙏
 
I'm tellin' ya, back in my day we didn't have all these fancy self-help books 🤯. I mean, don't get me wrong, I think it's great that people are out there tryin' to help us figure out this crazy thing called life 😂. But sometimes I feel like these new-age books are just a bunch of hooey 💸.

I'm lookin' at this list and I see all these experts comin' together to share their knowledge 🤝. And I'm thinkin', "Okay, cool, what's the real deal here?" 📚

You know what I do think is real? The whole 'choose your own destiny' thing 🌟. Like, our choices matter and we gotta take responsibility for 'em 🙏. That's something that's been around for ages, not just some new-fangled science or philosophy 💡.

And another thing, I'm a bit skeptical about all this neuroscience stuff 🧠. I mean, don't get me wrong, it's interesting and all, but sometimes I feel like we're forgettin' the human touch ❤️. We gotta remember that people are more than just their brains 🤓.

Anyway, I guess what I'm sayin' is, while these books might be helpful to some folks, I think we should always keep things in perspective 🌈. And if all else fails, just go read a good ol' fashioned novel 📖! 😉
 
omg 🤯 I'm so excited to see these books on the list! I think "Dopamine Nation" by Anna Lembke is super important right now 📚💊 We need more conversations about how our cultures can affect our mental health and lead to addiction.

I also love that there are books on mindfulness, neuroscience, and neurodiversity 🙏🧠👥 It's so cool to see experts from different fields coming together to share their knowledge and advice.

I'm a bit surprised to see "The Art of Happiness" by HH Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler for the second time 🤔 I mean, it's a classic and all, but maybe we could mix things up a bit? Still, I'm sure it's going to be a great read 😊
 
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