Be honest – how many times in the last month have you said “I’ve had enough of everything”, googled the prices of one-way tickets to Bali and then consoled yourself with chocolate or Netflix? Yes, life can be quite hectic. And in a world where algorithms dictate our pace, the art of pausing has become almost revolutionary.
But before you cancel all your meetings and start growing... lavender on the plateau in Provence, we present to you two books that are literally therapeutic. One page a day – and your thoughts will be lighter, your heart calmer, and you – more you. Both have become viral bestsellers and for a reason. Let's check out why thousands of people around the world read them every day.
1. The Things You Can Only See When You Slow Down – Haemin Sunim
For all the souls who no longer have a single breathing hole in their calendar, this book is a gentle reminder that slowness is the new superpower. Written by Haemin Sunim, a Korean Zen Buddhist monk with a writing gift that many a bestselling author would envy, he talks in a simple yet incredibly poetic way about finding beauty in the moment – not “when I have more time.”
The book is divided into short thoughts, meditations and notes on relationships, success, love and peace of mind. It is visually beautiful – the illustrations are like from a Japanese diary for the soul. It is easy to read, but every sentence hits straight to the heart. It is intended to be enjoyed slowly, ideal for reading before bed or with your morning coffee. And best of all – it does not moralize. It just invites you to look inside and say: “It’s okay. You are enough.”
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2. This Is How You Heal – Brianna Wiest
If life has emotionally torn you in half (or more), this book will be your glue. Brianna Wiest, cult bestselling author 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think, in this book, touches on the deepest wounds and shows how we can transform them into strength. It's not an instant fix, it's not "just think positive." Instead, you get an honest, raw, yet compassionate guide through the process of inner healing.
The book is composed of essays that read like a conversation with a smart, slightly strict friend who won't let you stay in your comfort zone. It talks about how to deal with loss, with old patterns, with the past that still breathes down your neck. But at the same time it offers hope - and real tools for change. It won't just comfort you, it will move you. In the right direction.
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If you need something to reset you without having to go on a digital detox to the hills – start here. Haemin and Brianna They are like yin and yang for your soul. One will help you breathe, the other will heal what's left unsaid. Take a minute, head to the bookstore (or online, don't panic), pick up one of these two books—and let the words do their thing.
Even if you read just one page a day, you'll be one step closer to the peace we all crave. And if anyone tells you that a book can't change your life – they should read another self-help blog. You'll know better.
