books to elevate your life

Proven Books to Elevate Your Life to Be Better

Zakiya MooreJune 17, 2021

The Best Books to Elevate Your Life Over the Summer

If you’re a frequent beach-goer, I have some solid reads to recommend for the summertime. A time spent for relaxation, rejuvenation, and self-care. Reading can be very therapeutic, and who doesn’t want to make their life better in the process? These books will help you elevate your life and be a better version of yourself.

The Art of War by Sun Tzu

The Art Of War - By Sun Tzu (paperback) : Target
The Art of War

I recommend this one because it is not only entertaining, but because it includes skills that can be used in any area of your life that involves conflict. To me, it’s a methodology to get what you want with the least conflict possible, and we all need that when we’re trying to advance in our lives. It’s about elevation. It’s about getting what you want by playing to your strengths, understanding the people around you, and living in peace.

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro & Napoleon Hill

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro
Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice

This book changed my life, and I am not exaggerating. It was one of those books that flipped timeless concepts on their head – with themes from the Bible, Law of Attraction, and practical examples to elevate your life  that go way beyond just money. Highly recommend it. 

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a  Good Life: Manson, Mark: 9780062457714: Amazon.com: Books
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Being unbothered is so necessary for peace and true excitement in your life. The most exciting things start outside of your comfort zone, and this book can really open your eyes to be more unapologetic in anything you do.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
The Alchemist

A quick fiction read that will keep your head spinning long after you’ve put it down. Filled with the metaphysical, wisdom, and memorable characters, it’s an enticing allegory on the true values of life and what it is we truly want. Dreams are far greater than what we can conceive ourselves, and this book can use wisdom and mysticism to open our eyes about our own lives.

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