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5 Books That Will Improve Your Mental Health
From turning our chaos into calm to uncovering the power of our inner voice.
by : Nicole Garbanzos- May 18th, 2023
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Mental health is equally as important as our physical health. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, individuals with poor mental health are more at risk for chronic physical conditions like heart disease—meaning regular exercise and a good diet might not be everything that contributes to our well-being.
In honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’ve rounded up a list of five books guaranteed to boost your levels of dopamine and endorphins. They’re a diverse collection that’s geared to offer you as much support as you need. Whether you’re looking to calm your anxiety or teach your inner voice to be more nice, here are a few reads that can steer you in the right direction.
The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté
A New York Times Bestseller, The Myth of Normal, is about how much our overall health connects to the way we live. Gabor Maté spotlights our emotional and social connectivity and how its levels could help to avoid possible diseases and addictions. In-depth and packed with science, Maté challenges us to look beyond what we know on disease and disorders. He offers a wider lens on flourishing by showing us the path to wholeness.
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski
Burnout is a book for women who are overwhelmed and exhausted. An award-winning author with her Ph.D. in health behaviour, Emily Nagoski explains how burnout differs between genders and redefines what true wellness consists of. She teaches our bodies how to get to their relaxed state, and how to recover and prevent burnout with regular rest, human connection and making amends with our inner critic.
Chaos to Calm by Jenna Hermans
If you’re a new parent or soon-to-be one, that’s nervous about what’s to come, this book is for you. Chaos to Calm is a guide for all the busyness during parenthood. Jenna Hermans shares her wisdom as a mom of four, as well as stories from other parents. From lowering the frantic pace of everyday tasks to planning things without losing your cool, she’s got you all covered.
Anxiously Attached by Jessica Baum
Anxiously Attached is for anyone who struggles with anxiety in relationships. Written by psychotherapist and seasoned couples counselor Jessica Baum, this book is the ultimate go-to guide for transforming our connections to the healthiest and most secure they can be. Baum pushes us to fully understand our attachment styles toward stable and satisfying relationships.
Chatter by Ethan Kross
Written by award-winning psychologist Ethan Kross, Chatter is for those who seek to transform their inner critic into a coach. In the book, he explores the silent conversations we have with ourselves that can potentially sink our overall well-being. From facing tough tasks to making our inner voice work in our favour, Kross shows us all the ways to combat anxiety and deepen our connection with others.
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