Resources for Personal Growth
Books
Here are books related to patterns, reactions, and behaviors that clients commonly seek assistance navigating.
Burnout by Emily & Amelia Nagoski
Feeling stress, feeling like you're trapped in overwhelm? This one is for you!
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
This is about embracing imperfection, acknowledging when things aren't ok, and the courage to choosi authenticity. Who couldn't use more of that?
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Neda Glover Tawwab
Learn how to set healthy boundaries across all dimensions of life. This is also an amazing audiobook!
The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor
This book discusses topics of shame, radical self-love, and how healing our relationship with our body can lead to transformation in the world by disrupting systems of power.
Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown
This is a great resource for learning the language around the human experience & emotion.
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
This is a story of a woman who frees herself from the captivity of society's expectations. Buckle up and prepare to be untamed.
Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey
Disrupt & push back against capitalism & white supremacy. In this book, Tricia Hersey, aka The Nap Bishop, encourages us to connect to the liberating power of rest, daydreaming, & naps as a foundation for healing & justice.
Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach, PhD
This book explains how Buddhism, mindfulness, & meditation can bring you greater contentment and happiness. Full of easy mental exercises that reduce stress & self-criticism, it'll give you the tools you need to lead a gentler, happier existence.
Podcasts
Check out these fascinating podcasts across a wide range of topics!
Mark Groves Podcast
This podcast varies widely across topics but is generally centered around themes of human connection & experience.
Where Should We Being? with Esther Perel
Esther Perel is a legend among therapists. In this podcast she focuses on relational conflict, infidelity, and other struggles.
The Adult Chair Podcast
We recommend going waaay back and listening to the first 3 episodes ever published in order to have a strong foundation. They're short but powerful!
Therapy Thoughts with Tiffany Roe
Tiffany offers great quick lessons for life improvement. She gives real tips, tricks, and skills to increase self-love, increase mental health education, and help with your relationship with food.
Sex Talk with Erika Miley
Interested in the insights of a sex therapist? This one's for you!
The EmotionALLY Podcast
This is a great educational podcast with tips and skills built in!