When the weather turns cooler, we begin our focus on the end-of-year slow down – and perhaps also, to considering how to refine or expand our approaches to healing, recovery, and self-discovery.
Here are a few titles to consider – and as always, feel free to share your picks, as well!
Burke, T. & Brown, B. (2022). You are your best thing: Vulnerability, shame resilience, and the black experience: An anthology. New York: Random House.
Hendricks, G. (2009). The big leap: Conquer your hidden fear and take life to the next level.New York: HarperCollins.
Smith, K. (2026). True to you: A therapist’s guide to stop pleasing others and start being yourself. New York: St. Martin’s Press.
Soukup, R. (2019). Do it scared: Finding the courage to face your fears, overcome adversity, and create a life you love. Grand Rapids: Zondervan.




