As a spiritual coach, I guide individuals in connecting with their inner selves, awakening self-realization, rising to become who they truly are, and becoming a fully embodied expression of Love+Truth. Throughout my journey, books have played a vital role in my own awakening, offering timeless wisdom and practical guidance for personal growth and spiritual evolution. The following books are just a few examples that have been instrumental in guiding not only my journey but also the journeys of those I work with, offering profound insights to foster happiness, peace, and a deeper understanding of life.
10 Spiritual Coaching Books That Will Change Your Life
1. The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle
Publishing year: 1997
Book type: Self-help / Spirituality
Read it if: You’re seeking a practical guide to living in the present moment and finding peace in your everyday life.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle is a transformative book that emphasizes the importance of living fully in the present. Tolle explores concepts like the ego and the pain-body, providing simple yet profound guidance on how to quiet mental noise and experience true peace. With practical exercises and clear advice, this book is ideal for those beginning their spiritual journey or looking to deepen their practice, making it a must-read for anyone seeking inner tranquility.
2. Thinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman
Publishing year: 2011
Book type: Psychology / Self-help
Read it if: You want to understand how your mind works, particularly the ways in which it can be both remarkably intuitive and surprisingly flawed.
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman offers a deep dive into the two systems of thought that drive our decisions: the fast, intuitive system and the slow, deliberate system. Kahneman, a Nobel laureate in Economics, explains how these systems shape our judgments and decision-making processes, often leading to cognitive biases and errors. It’s an essential read for anyone interested in improving their decision-making skills and understanding the complexities of human thought.
3. How to Stop Worrying and Start Living: Time-Tested Methods for Conquering Worry – Dale Carnegie
Publishing year: 1948
Book type: Self-help / Personal development
Read it if: You’re looking for practical strategies to reduce anxiety and live a more fulfilling, worry-free life.
How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie offers timeless techniques for managing stress, breaking the habit of overthinking, and focusing on what truly matters. Drawing on real-life examples and time-tested methods, this book is packed with actionable steps to help you shift your mindset and gain control over your worries. Whether you’re dealing with everyday stress or more persistent anxieties, this book provides a roadmap to a calmer, more productive life.
4. Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear – Elizabeth Gilbert
Publishing year: 2015
Book type: Self-help / Creativity
Read it if: You want to embrace your creative potential and overcome the fears that hold you back from living a more inspired life.
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert is an inspiring exploration of creativity and how to live a life driven by curiosity rather than fear. Gilbert, best known for her memoir Eat, Pray, Love, delves into the creative process, offering insights on how to push past self-doubt and embrace the magic of creating. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages readers to pursue their passions, regardless of the outcome. Big Magic is perfect for anyone looking to unleash their creativity and live more boldly, without being held back by fear.
5. Love+Truth – Robert Althuis
Publishing year: 2023
Book type: Self-help / Spirituality
Read it if: You want to unlock your full potential by awakening to who you truly are beyond your persona and personality.
Love+Truth is not just a unique spiritual framework anchored in the ancient Flower of Life and sacred geometry, it’s an enlightening journey into remembrance of the archetypical template of Divinity encoded within each of us.
A masterful progression of spiritual wisdom and philosophy intertwined with modern day science, the words in this fully channeled work hold an energetic frequency designed to initiate the reader into higher and more refined octaves of human consciousness. In that way, the Love+Truth framework offers the reader the unlocking of Divinity codes from a source of higher knowing.
By way of in-depth exploration of the fabric of all of Creation, the intelligence of Life itself and the principles that govern this entire universe, this book of inner wisdom culminates in unequivocally demonstrating how Love is the animating force of all of Creation, the intelligence and energetic fabric that underpins our physical world of atoms and molecules, and that which unites all of us. This is the essential Truth encoded within every ancient wisdom tradition, all Indigenous spiritual beliefs, and all ancient civilization prophecies since antiquity. Truth then is the only way.
6. Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom – Rick Hanson
Publishing year: 2009
Book type: Self-help / Neuroscience / Spirituality
Read it if: You’re interested in understanding how neuroscience can enhance your mental well-being and spiritual growth.
Buddha’s Brain by Rick Hanson combines insights from neuroscience with practical mindfulness techniques to help readers cultivate lasting happiness and emotional resilience. Hanson, a neuropsychologist, explores how our brains are wired for both suffering and joy, and offers strategies for rewiring our neural pathways to promote positive mental states. By integrating scientific research with contemplative practices, the book provides actionable steps for developing greater emotional balance, love, and wisdom. Ideal for those seeking to enhance their well-being through both scientific and spiritual perspectives, Buddha’s Brain is a compelling guide to achieving a more fulfilling and mindful life.
7. The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom – Don Miguel Ruiz
Publishing year: 1997
Book type: Self-help / Spirituality
Read it if: You want to transform your life by embracing four key principles that promote personal freedom and inner peace.
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz offers a powerful framework for personal transformation through four simple yet profound principles. Ruiz, drawing on ancient Toltec wisdom, outlines agreements that can help readers break free from self-limiting beliefs and create more harmonious relationships:
- Be Impeccable with Your Word
- Don’t Take Anything Personally
- Don’t Make Assumptions
- Always Do Your Best
These serve as guiding principles for living a more authentic and fulfilling life.
8. Man’s Search For Meaning – Viktor E. Frankl
Publishing year: 1946
Book type: Memoir / Psychology
Read it if: You’re searching for a deeper understanding of life’s purpose, especially in the face of suffering and adversity.
Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl is a profound exploration of the human spirit and the quest for meaning in life, even under the most harrowing conditions. Frankl, a psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, chronicles his experiences in Nazi concentration camps and shares how he found purpose through suffering. His insights led to the development of logotherapy, a form of existential analysis that emphasizes finding meaning as the primary driver of human motivation. This book is a timeless and powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and is essential reading for anyone seeking to navigate life’s challenges with purpose and hope.
9. The Kybalion – Three Initiates
Publishing year: 1908
Book type: Philosophy / Spirituality
Read it if: You are drawn to esoteric wisdom and want to understand the fundamental principles of the universe.
The Kybalion, attributed to the mysterious “Three Initiates,” explores the ancient Hermetic teachings, which form the foundation of many spiritual and philosophical systems. This book presents seven key principles—Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect, and Gender—that govern the universe and our lives. Through these principles, readers can gain a deeper understanding of their own consciousness and the workings of the cosmos. The Kybalion is essential reading for those on a path of spiritual awakening who seek to explore the mysteries of life and the laws that govern it.
10. As A Man Thinketh – James Allen
Publishing year: 1903
Book type: Self-help / Philosophy
Read it if: You believe in the power of thoughts to shape your reality and want a concise, impactful guide to personal transformation.
As A Man Thinketh by James Allen is a classic in the self-help genre, offering profound insights into the power of thought in shaping our character and life circumstances. Allen argues that our thoughts create our reality, and by mastering them, we can achieve personal growth, success, and happiness. This book is concise yet powerful, providing timeless wisdom for those seeking to take control of their mental landscape and live with greater intention. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to harness the power of positive thinking to create a more fulfilling life.
Love & Truth,
Robert
