Four Books for the New Year January 17, 2022 Sarah Hopkins Happy New Year! Here are a few of my favourite inspirational books. Feeling Good - David Burns A handbook to help analyze maladaptive thoughts and replace them with rational thoughts. This book is for everyone - we all experience negative thoughts that can lead to unpleasant emotions. The book contains helpful exercises and examples throughout to demonstrate how to change maladaptive thoughts. Designing Your Life - Bill Burnett & Dave Evans For anyone seeking a career change or starting to plan their future. Burnett & Evans are professors at Stanford University and teach a class in career design. This book has reflective exercises throughout to help identify what brings meaning to a person’s life and career. The Gifts of Imperfection - Brené Brown Brené Brown has several books that focus on self improvement. This book helps individuals identify blind spots and live authentically. “Vulnerability is bravery.” The Moment of Lift - Melinda Gates A book about gender equity and what others can do to advocate for gender equality. Melinda Gates shares her personal experiences and stories of empowering women.