It’s a miserable morning here in West Cork, and if I didn’t have a mountain of college work and campaign deadlines to get through, I’d love nothing more than to sit by the fire with a new novel. The ultimate escape from lockdown living…As part of my 100 Days Of Healthy challenge I incorporated daily mindful moments; acts of self care including meditation, skincare or simply running a bath and getting stuck into a good book – preferably one that nourishes the soul. I’m often asked about my top reading recommendations, so I’ve compiled 25 of my all time favourites for you. Whatever title captures your attention, I can assure you that you’ll demolish it from cover to cover like I did. These books will guide you, leave you with life lessons, help you become more awakened, and ultimately change your way of thinking for the better. Whether it’s life, love or career, these are pages you need to turn if you’re looking to embark on a more positive approach to existing as a human during these times. I’ve included the most affordable version of each book I could find online, so happy reading.

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• Untamed by Glennon Doyle 

• Carry On, Warrior by Glennon Doyle

• Rising Strong by Brené Brown

• Dare To Lead by Brené Brown

• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

• A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle

• Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn

• Mindfulness For All by Jon Kabat-Zinn

• 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

• The Secrets of the Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

• The Choice by Edith Eger

• What I Know For Sure by Oprah Winfrey

• Atomic Habits by James Clear

• Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers

• Crush It! by Gary Vaynerchuk

• #AskGaryVee by Gary Vaynerchuk

• Girl Boss by Sophia Amoruso

• My Fight To The Top by Michelle Mone

• The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

• The Mastery Of Love by Don Miguel Ruiz

• It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken by Greg Behrendt and Amiira Ruotola

• Men Love Bitches by Sherry Argov

• The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy

• Milk And Honey by Rupi Kaur

• The Sun And Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur