9 Oprah Worthy Reads For Self-Help Junkies

We spoke to renowned psychologists, healers, coaches and fellow self-help junkies to create an Oprah worthy reading list for you.

1. Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin

I let my passion for mental wellness fuel my work as a coach. I’m always reading new studies and books about leadership, goal setting and motivation to try to understand how aspects of our lifestyle that we control bring us happiness and joy. A personal favorite is Better than Before by Gretchen Rubin. - Laura Weldy is an ICF-credentialed life coach

2. Yoga For Depression by Amy Weintraub

Amy Weintraub is my mentor, teacher, and friend. I read her book Yoga for Depression long before I studied with her, and it was one of those books in which, when I was finished, was underlined, highlighted, and pages dog-eared on almost every page. Her compassion and wisdom has been a compass for me. - Alena Gerst is a mind/body focused psychotherapist and therapeutic yoga instructor

3. Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out Of Your Head And Into Your Life by Gary John Bishop

I have started reading “Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Life” by Gary John Bishop, I have a feeling this will be a favorite! - Dr. Nancy E. Sherman is a professor in the Department of Leadership in Education, Nonprofits and Counseling at Bradley University

4. A Long Walk To Freedom by Nelson Mandela

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I love biographies of fascinating people. I just finished Nelson Mandela’s a Long Walk to Freedom. Incredible man. - Kevin Gilliland, PsyD is a clinical psycholgist

5. When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron

Historically I’ve consumed a lot from Pema Chodron. “When Things Fall Apart” was a game changer for me. - Megan Bruneau is a therapist, executive coach and podcast host

6. The Chemistry Of Calm by Henry Emmons, MD

My absolute favorite anxiety book is The Chemistry of Calm by Henry Emmons MD. This book was recommended to me by my therapist, and it is fantastic. The author goes into a full body holistic view of anxiety, what is happening in our brains and body to cause anxiety, and gives tons of tips on how to help manage it through diet, exercise, mindfulness, and meditation. - Laura Durenberger is a wellness and lifestyle blogger

7. The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van De Kolk, MD

My favorite book is “The Body Keeps the Score” By Bessel Van De Kolk, MD. It is one of the finest and most recent ways medical research has proven PTSD is a physical illness and though brought on by trauma, can be treated. I read a lot about neuroplasticity. We can elevate our brains to better health through brain imaging, science and many other interdisciplinary modalities of diagnosis and treatment. - Mary Joye is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator and Life Coach

8. Wasted: A Memoir Of Anorexia And Bulimia by Marya Hornbacher

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A book that nearly saved my life was Marya Hornbacher’s Wasted. - Jessica (Tyner) Mehta is a writer, poet and citizen of Cherokee Nation

9. Your Life by YOU

My inspiration doesn’t come from books or podcasts, but from my own experiences and the importance of making life better for everyone who may be suffering and unable to find solutions for their pain. I’ve always been ideals driven, and mental wellbeing for everyone is at the top of my priority list of things to advocate for. - Jaya Jaya Myra is an author and motivational speaker