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Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown is a thought-provoking book that challenges the prevailing notion that more is always better and offers a fresh perspective on how to live a more meaningful and purposeful life. McKeown introduces the concept of essentialism, which involves deliberately and consciously choosing the few vital things that truly matter and eliminating the rest.

The Mindful Way Workbook: An 8-Week Program to Free Yourself from Depression and Emotional Distress is an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to overcome depression and manage emotional distress. Written by John Teasdale, Mark Williams, and Zindel Segal, this workbook provides a comprehensive and practical guide to utilising mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) as a means of achieving lasting emotional well-being.

Mindset: Changing the Way You Think to Fulfil Your Potential by Carol Dweck is a transformative book that explores the power of mindset in shaping our abilities, achievements, and personal growth. Dweck introduces the concept of a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset and demonstrates how adopting a growth mindset can lead to greater fulfilment and success in various areas of life.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson is a thought-provoking self-help book that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a refreshing perspective on finding happiness and fulfilment. Through a combination of personal anecdotes, philosophical insights, and practical advice, Manson encourages readers to re-evaluate their priorities, embrace discomfort, and focus on what truly matters.

"The Relaxation Response" is a self-help book written by Dr. Herbert Benson, a medical doctor and researcher at Harvard Medical School. The book is based on Benson's research into the physiological effects of stress and the body's natural response to relaxation. 

The Promise of Sleep is a book by William C. Dement, a leading expert in sleep medicine, that explores the vital connection between health, happiness, and a good night's sleep. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the history of sleep research to the latest advances in sleep medicine and offers practical tips for improving sleep habits.