New Year, New Me… We say the same thing every year, however, this time we mean it! Armed with the below books, we are heading into 2026 prepared to make it our year. We have got books for making 2026 our year of positivity, for giving us the tools to help our mental health, and books with general advice on making yourself the best version you can be.

For bringing positivity into the new year:

Soul School by Eli Rainbow

Soul School by Eli Rainbow is a transformative guide that delves into the power of positive ‎thinking, gratitude, meditation, abundance, luck and self-care. Through personal anecdotes and ‎spiritual insights, the author explores the importance of living in the present moment, letting go of ‎worries, and embracing kindness and compassion. With practical exercises, life lessons and ‎meditations, readers are encouraged to tap into their inner wisdom, connect with their Guardian ‎Angel, and release negative patterns to manifest a more fulfilling life. This book is a beacon of ‎light for those seeking to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience. Join Eli Rainbow on ‎a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, and unlock the secrets to living a life of ‎abundance and joy.‎

Why Is it Important to Have Gratitude in Your Life? by Hafiz Sheriff

Gratitude isn't just a fleeting "thank you"-it's a transformative force that can reshape your life. In this heartfelt exploration, Hafiz Sheriff reveals how cultivating gratitude can unlock joy, resilience, and deeper connections with others. Drawing on timeless wisdom and cutting-edge science, this book shows how simple practices-like keeping a gratitude journal or writing thank-you notes-can lift your mood, improve your health, and even strengthen your relationships. With warmth and clarity, Hafiz shares personal insights and research-backed strategies to help you shift from scarcity to abundance, from stress to serenity. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply seeking more fulfilment, this book is a gentle reminder: happiness isn't found in chasing more but in appreciating what's already here.
A guide, a companion, and an invitation to live with more grace-Why Is It Important to Have Gratitude in Your Life? will inspire you to pause, reflect, and embrace the profound power of thankfulness.

For Mental Health:

Coping with Loneliness and Depression by Michael N. Moses

In "Coping with Loneliness and Depression," Michael N. Moses sheds light on the ‎often-overlooked challenges of isolating experiences that afflict millions of people ‎worldwide. This fascinating book digs into the complexities of loneliness, sadness, and ‎depression, examining their underlying causes, impacts, and, most significantly, solutions. ‎

Michael uses a compassionate voice and substantial research to equip readers with ‎practical techniques for navigating the dark waters of emotional distress. This book ‎‎"Coping with Loneliness and Depression" is both a guide and a source of consolation for ‎those looking to overcome their loneliness, and mental health issues, from understanding ‎the psychological basis of loneliness and depression to discovering effective coping ‎methods. ‎
Whether you are battling with feelings of loneliness or helping someone who is, "Coping ‎with Loneliness and Depression" is a must-read that enables readers to reclaim their ‎emotional wellbeing and embrace connections with themselves and others.‎

A Survivor’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety by Rita Haworth

This book is written by the best-selling author Rita Haworth. In this book, A ‎Survivor's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety, Rita helps you overcome anxiety. As an ‎ex-sufferer herself, she spent many years looking for a cure. Although ‎professional help was useful to a certain extent, it never completely alleviated her ‎anxiety. Using skills learnt in her time as a senior university lecturer, she ‎undertook extensive research to find alternative and complementary methods to ‎rid herself of anxiety. ‎
Using the tools learnt from her research, the author managed to relieve herself of ‎anxiety and all its negative connotations once and for all. Within the pages of this ‎book, the author shares hints and tips that can help you tackle your anxiety too. ‎Wherever you are in the life cycle or whatever type of anxiety you are plagued ‎with, from social anxiety to agoraphobia, the exercises offered within will help ‎you slay the dragon too. ‎

For being the best you:

Love Yourself First by Amelia Sievers

Written solely for young women, Love Yourself First is a feminine-inspired book that captures the ‎beauty of discovering self-love. Offering advice on topics surrounding friendships, self-care, ‎overcoming physical insecurities and so much more, it aims to inspire women to authentically ‎become the best version of themselves. Curated as a safe space, Love Yourself First was established ‎on the principle that prioritising wellness and maintaining a healthy mindset holds the power to ‎enrich our lives endlessly. This book not only demonstrates the beauty of being a woman and the ‎process of learning to love oneself but also the many stresses we often find ourselves under along ‎the way. ‎

Finding Your Ikigai by Alberto De Miranda

The author in this manuscript tries to explain the philosophy of Ikigai to his readers. In this ‎competitive society, many individuals try to find the true meaning of their existence, yearning for a ‎better self of his purpose. Every individual has their own takes on these questions. Some who ‎attain the highest level of happiness are measured in how much he can attain in terms of amounts ‎and materialistic wealth, but he never finds true happiness. This is when they begin to ask ‎questions - Who am I? The term Ikigai, which translates to "reason for being" is a philosophy that ‎originated from the Okinawa region of Japan. It is a centuries old concept that, after extensive ‎research, embodies the idea that each person has a unique purpose in life, a reason that brings ‎them joy, satisfaction, and a sense of fulfillment. This concept goes beyond the mere pursuit of ‎success or material wealth; it encompasses the alignment of one's passion, mission, and ‎profession.‎

Design Your Life: 21 Life Lesson by Stephen Whitehead

Design Your Self: 21 Life Lessons is a bold and transformative guide to self-creation, personal ‎growth, and embracing life's complexities. Drawing on decades of experience and research, ‎internationally renowned sociologist Dr Stephen Whitehead explores identity, love, relationships, ‎career, spirituality, and the pursuit of true fulfilment. With a mix of wisdom, raw honesty, and ‎practical insights, this book challenges societal norms, urging readers to design their own path ‎rather than conform to expectations.‎
Through deeply personal stories and thought-provoking lessons, Dr Whitehead encourages self-‎awareness, resilience, and the courage to live authentically. Whether you're navigating work, ‎well-being, ageing, sexuality, or on a journey of self-discovery, Design Your Self offers a ‎powerful roadmap to unlocking your potential.‎
Are you ready to take control of your life, redefine success, and craft your unique identity? This ‎book is your invitation to break free, embrace self-love, and become the artist of your own ‎existence.‎

Act and Achieve: Become Your Dream by Ola Skodvin

In Act and Achieve: Become Your Dream, Ola Skodvin blends extensive experience as a ‎motivational coach, self-defense expert, and career mentor to offer a transformative guide on how ‎to turn your aspirations into reality. Skodvin shares powerful insights into mastering habits, ‎cultivating resilience, and taking purposeful action to achieve your goals. With personal anecdotes ‎from his journey overcoming General Anxiety Disorder and thriving in multiple domains, he ‎emphasizes the importance of balancing mind, body, and environment in the pursuit of success. ‎Whether you're aiming for personal growth or professional advancement, this book provides the ‎tools and motivation to help you become the best version of yourself. Ready to act and achieve? ‎Your dream life starts here.‎

DIY - Tools You Need To Fix Yourself by Kristine Cieslok

Navigating your path forward in life can be challenging. This book will ‎instantly help you create your own DIY toolbox filled with your own custom ‎life tools that you can utilize to fix, repair, and adjust disturbances in your ‎past, present, and future. With the clarity that these tools bring, you will be ‎able to move through challenges to live a bright life with less darkness. You ‎will become addicted to wanting to keep using these proven tools that have ‎not only changed the author's life but the lives of others. You will have the ‎tools to continue working on yourself to live life with a healthy, peaceful, ‎and loving state of mind. Affirmations are implemented into each chapter ‎to solidify new positive beliefs.‎