20 best books on self-development of personality

In books you can find a lot of useful knowledge. You get the experience of people who have already figured out - learned to solve problems, build relationships, formulate their knowledge in an accessible form for all interested. That is why self-help books can change your life. In matters of self-development, they are simply irreplaceable. There are many amazing works that help to become better, stronger and happier. Here is a list of twenty books that are worth reading. They can seriously affect your life, as they have already affected the lives of thousands of people.

Dale Carnegie, "How to win friends and influence people"

This book really helps to achieve what it promises. This classic work was published in 1936 and since then has been republished many times in different formats. The book contains simple steps to improve your communication skills and strengthen relationships, each illustrated by examples from real life from Carnegie himself and people he knows. Even one tip - to use the name of a person more often in conversation - can already transform your life.

Manuel Smith, "When I say no, I feel guilty"

Many people have problems with the establishment of borders - it is difficult for them to intercede for themselves, to learn to refuse and defend their beliefs. Some become addicted to others, considering their problems and emotions as their responsibility. In Smith's book, you can find information on how to learn to defend your boundaries with simple techniques, how to open up to those who deserve the energy spent on them, and how to exclude people who spoil your mood.

Bren Brown, "The Power of Vulnerability"

This book is an impeccable motivation, a source of incredible changes. In modern society, no one talks about their weaknesses, no one wants to recognize their shortcomings. At the same time, the ability to recognize them is a real advantage. The book will help those who are willing to think more broadly, change themselves and their approach to weaknesses. To succeed, you need to be vulnerable and ready for risk.

Gary Chapman, "Five Love Languages"

Many people believe that love is a simple exchange of words, and it exists without any effort. And this is wrong. In fact, maintaining relationships is not easy. After the "honeymoon" the relationship gets worse. This book will help to strengthen them. You can find out exactly which expressions of love your partner and you need, start applying them and notice a quick result. The principles described in the book are applicable not only to personal life, but also to everyday communication.

Eckhart Tolle, "The Power of the Present"

This book teaches us to live in the present. Perhaps its content is repeated in places, but it helps to understand the essence. There are examples of how people behave during the day in relation to others. This book will help you cope with the mess in your thoughts and find the peace of mind of the present moment.

William Irwin, "Stoicism"

Irvine represents the classical philosophy of Stoicism, which transforms into modern days, supplementing its reasoning with tools and practical advice that will enhance the quality of your life. The information is based on personal experience and really helps to become happier and calmer.

Timothy Ferris, "How to work four hours"

This phenomenal book has pushed many people to forget about the standard work schedule. Most likely, it will either please you, or it will irritate you, but it will not pass unnoticed. Ferris is trying to make people realize that their time is limited and sit out those hours in the office - not the best option.

MJ DeMarco, "A Book for Those Who Dare to Make Money"

In this book, there are many repetitions of the same ideas, but it motivates them enough to start their own business, and gives a lot of useful information that will be useful to everyone.

Chip and Den Hit, "Resolute"

Many people are hard at making decisions. It seems that you need to make a list of pros and cons, but sometimes it does not lead to a better result. The Heath brothers help to divide the decision-making process into four stages. This transforms your behavior.

Gary Vainerchuk, "Hobby is business"

Vainerchuk is the owner of a large Internet Empire. His book will help you learn how to create a successful business on the Internet with the help of instructions designed for several stages.

Robert Glover, "Enough to be a nice guy!"

This is a very short book, but effective. She describes the good guy syndrome - what makes men lie, manipulate, change and pretend instead of facing the reality.

David Deida, "The Way of a Real Man"

This book is a spiritual guide for a man who wants to be a man - in the traditional sense of the word. How to treat women? What is the male energy? How to achieve happiness? The book contains answers to all these questions.

Mark Manson, "Models"

There are a lot of books on how to start dating women, but for the most part only prepared phrases or too complicated theories are described. The rest is too concentrated on sex. Menson transforms the approach to meetings with the opposite sex and teaches you to get maximum positive emotions from communication, to behave naturally and feel comfortable.

Victor Frankl, "A Man in Search of Meaning"

This book is filled with inspiration. Frankl tells of his life in captivity and a concentration camp, about returning home. He is sure - as long as a person has a purpose in life, he can survive in any conditions. Just find your goal.

Maxwell Maltz, "Psychological Cybernetics"

The book of the plastic surgeon tells that many people want to change the appearance, but in fact they need internal changes. Maltz talks about relaxation techniques that can help.

James Allen, "How a man thinks"

A short essay that contains an important thought - your thoughts determine the reality in which you live.

Dan Ariely, "Predictable irrationality"

Ariely analyzes why people do what they do. People think that they are logical, but everyone controls emotions. This book will help you deal with the subconscious and become better.

Robert Chaldini, "Psychology of Influence"

This book will help you learn how to manage people not only in personal relationships, but also at work, at interviews.

Matt Ridley, "The Red Queen"

Why do men tend to look for a lot of partners? Why are women so selective? What is hidden in our genes? Ridley's book will help you understand a lot about relationships.

Rolf Plotts, "Vagrancy"

This book will inspire you to travel. Plotts believes that traveling is slow, he shares the list of necessary things and a lot of useful advice.