Recommended Reading to Inspire Wellness & Leadership
Discover books that nurture calm, build strong habits, and spark authentic leadership. Each recommendation is hand-picked to support your journey toward balance, growth, and well-being.
Who Moved My Cheese? – Spencer Johnson
Subtitle: A simple parable about navigating change.
Quick Facts
Author: Spencer Johnson
Category: Workplace Culture & Change
Why Read It: Short story that teaches resilience, adaptability, and courage during change.
What It’s About
Through a simple fable of mice searching for cheese, Johnson shows how people can adapt (or resist) when change comes — and why flexibility leads to growth.
Why We Recommend It
Super fast, story-based read
Helps teams deal with workplace changes
Easy to share and discuss in groups
Excerpt from Who Moved My Cheese?”
“What would you do if you weren’t afraid?”
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Pair it with: Dare to Lead | The Gifts of Imperfection
Make Your Bed – Admiral William H. McRaven
Subtitle: Little things that change your life — and maybe the world.
Quick Facts
Author: Admiral William H. McRaven
Category: Personal Growth / Life Lessons
Why Read It: Simple, inspiring, and easy to apply; teaches life lessons from Navy SEAL training.
What It’s About
Admiral McRaven shares 10 powerful lessons he learned during Navy SEAL training, showing how small habits and discipline can create a life of purpose and impact.
Why We Recommend It
Super short and motivating (you can read it in one sitting)
Great for staff wellness or leadership kick-offs
Helps readers see the power of small, consistent actions
“If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.”
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Pair it with:Atomic Habits | The Energy Bus
212°: The Extra Degree – Sam Parker & Mac Anderson
It’s that one extra degree of effort that often separates the good from the great.
The Gifts of Imperfection - Brené Brown
“When we accept our imperfections, we find the courage to connect authentically, with ourselves and with others.”
Atomic Habits - James Clear
“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”
The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz
“When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.”
21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
“Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.”