Recommendations Wanted- Life Changing Books

[KristiB42]

I read all types of books, but the one that changed the way I think was Change of Heart by Jodi Picoult. It is fiction but I found it left me really thinking about one of the most controversial issues, the death penalty.

[psychopathycathy]

What we Saw by Aaron Hartzler.

This was the most horrifyingly real book I have ever read and I have never looked at the world the same way. It really opened my eyes to all the things that go on in modern society and go unnoticed, and I definitely cried an ocean of tears when I was reading this book. The only word I can really use to give it justice is "real", but this is definitely the book that I will remember for a lifetime.

(before you look it up though - Trigger warning: Rape)

[lily_kh87]

The Trial by Franz Kafka personally changed me. It made me think about life and it introduced me to a new kind of books. Also, The Metamorphosis by the same author was amazing.

[Bookaholic_Anonymous]

Forgotten Fire by Adam Bagdasarian
This book enlightened, educated, and opened my mind to tragedy and how to be thankful for what you have.

The Breathe trilogy by Rebecca Donovan
I don't know what it was about the book that had such an impact on me but still 'till this day this book has been one I've never forgotten. ( btw I read the first book about four years ago).

[wordsgirl]

The Language of Flowers changed the way I see marginalized women/girls struggling with life and lack of nurturing. Whole new outlook.

[Joyful]

There are 2 books that I know changed my life completely. The first is Creative Visualization by Shakti Gowain. It is a bit "let's all live on a mountain top" but still an easy book to follow. Using her techniques really made a difference for me.

The most influential book I think I have ever read is You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay. In my circle of friends this book has become cliche. For me it was the best thing that ever happened. There is now a book and video combo which I would highly recommend. The video is for those moments when life just seems to get away from you. If you follow the techniques in the book you can seriously change your life.

The key to these books is actually doing the work but if you do it you will transform.

[Ann2305]

"A child called it" by Dave Pelzer changed the way I look at other people. It shows you just how trivial some of your problems are. It is incredibly moving and the fact that it is based on the life of the author means that it is written in such a way that you feel like you know the character. Be warned: Have copious amounts of tissues on hand, and if you have kids warn them that they will be hugged more than usual

[Beachcomber+]

The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom! It is quite a short and simply written book but makes you go "Whoah" at the end and changes the way you see things. It's a story about the impact one, seemingly ordinary and everyday person has had on the world. Makes you look at people differently! I have recommended this to loads of friends!

[BobW]

I love a book that helps me see differently and feel differently. These 3 books did that, each in their own way. Really fantastic stuff.

I Will Not Die an Unlived Life by Dawna Markova
Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute
Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It by Kamal Ravikant

I hope you enjoy them,
Bob

[fobiver]

Whenever I'm asked this my automatic response is Les Miserables. It's rather hefty, so not a book for everyone, but I found that it really changes your perspective on things. And even though I'm not remotely religious, the Bishop of Digne, though only a fleeting character, is maybe my favourite character of any book I've read.

It's definitely worth the time and energy that goes into reading it.

[stoppoppingtheP]

I must definitely look up some of these books. The only one I've read is 'Flowers for Algernon', and I cried buckets.

[smbasham]

Wow, I have only heard /read a couple of the books mentioned above. I will definately have to check them out!

[jonesmmichelle1]

"Eat, Pray, Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert was a life changing book for me. I was inspired by her will to travel and see the world in a new light. I have read this book multiple times and every time I finish reading it I am inspired to change.

[Evilia]

I strongly recommneded The return of the prodigal son by Henry Nouven. This is how the author gaze at the painting by Rembrandt and started to reflect on it ...