General Recommended Reading

• Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl.
  Focus: Finding purpose and meaning, even in suffering.
  Why it’s helpful: Frankl’s existential exploration of finding meaning in life’s hardships can help those struggling with purpose, trauma, or grief.

• The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown.
  Focus: Embracing vulnerability and letting go of perfectionism.
  Why it’s helpful: Brown’s work encourages us to cultivate self-compassion and authenticity.

• Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach.
  Focus: Mindfulness, compassion, and self-acceptance.
  Why it’s helpful: Brach’s work gently guides us to explore self-compassion and mindfulness, helping to heal from self-judgment and emotional pain.

• In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté.
  Focus: Addiction and its root causes in trauma and emotional pain.
  Why it’s helpful: This book offers insight into addiction as a coping mechanism for deeper emotional wounds and how to begin the healing journey.

• When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön.
  Focus: Navigating difficult emotions and life transitions with mindfulness and compassion.
  Why it’s helpful: This book is ideal for those dealing with loss, grief, or anxiety, providing wisdom on embracing uncertainty and impermanence.

• No Bad Parts by Richard C. Schwartz
  Focus: Internal Family Systems (IFS) and self-compassion.
  Why it’s helpful: This book introduces IFS, helping the reader understand and embrace the different parts of themselves, fostering self-acceptance and healing inner conflict.