[The Online Book Club] 2025 Reading List



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I'm not sure if you saw it already but the books for 2025 have been published on the community platform ๐Ÿ˜Š I hope there will be a book or two that you find interesting to read! To make it easier for you, you can also find the overview below.

Our next and last Book Club Chat of 2024 is Wednesday, 27th of November at NOON EST! Even if you haven't had the chance to read the November book, please feel free to join.

Follow this link ๐Ÿ’ฌโ€‹https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84767505826?pwd=UHdHUEZrSWJRemVsVElCR1FaZVRqQT09โ€‹

As promised, below you can find the 2025 reading list. You can have a look at which books are up next, if one book a month is too much, then you can easily skip one and then join again the next month!

Looking forward to knowing which books draw your attention โœจ ๐Ÿ“š

January 2025

In The Gap and The Gain,by Dr. Benjamin Hardy emphasizes a key teaching from Dan Sullivan: successful individuals focus on โ€œThe Gainโ€ (measuring progress against their past selves) rather than โ€œThe Gapโ€ (comparing themselves to an ideal). This mindset shift fosters happiness and motivation, as it highlights achievements instead of shortcomings.
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The book illustrates how this approach can enhance mental well-being and performance, offering readers a path to fulfillment and success by recognizing their progress.

February 2025

The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander presents twelve innovative practices designed to foster creativity in both personal and professional life. Combining Benjamin Zander's expertise as a conductor and educator with Rosamund Stone Zander's insights as a psychotherapist, the authors illustrate how embracing the concept of possibility can transform our experiences.

Through engaging stories, parables, and personal anecdotes, they encourage readers to become passionate communicators and leaders, ultimately inspiring them to live lives filled with potential and purpose. The book emphasizes the power of perspective in unlocking creativity and fulfillment in everyday life.

March 2025

In Stop Saying You're Fine, Mel Robbins teaches readers how to overcome self-imposed limits and take action toward their goals.

Robbins introduces the "Five-Second Rule," encouraging immediate action on impulses to prevent self-doubt from hindering progress. With a blend of humor and honesty, the book provides practical strategies for breaking complacency, fostering accountability, and achieving meaningful change in life.

April 2025

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield is a guide for creatives struggling to overcome internal barriers to their artistic expression, which he terms "resistance."
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Pressfield argues that resistance is a universal force that hinders creativity by instilling fear, self-doubt, and procrastination. The book emphasizes the importance of recognizing and combating this resistance through discipline and commitment. Pressfield distinguishes between professionals and amateurs, highlighting that true professionals consistently show up and treat their work seriously. Ultimately, the book serves as a motivational call to action, encouraging readers to confront their fears and pursue their creative passions with courage and determination.

May 2025

The Life List: Master Every Moment and Live an Audacious Life by Kate Christie is a motivational guide for women seeking to design a fulfilling life. After facing personal challenges, including the loss of a partner and children growing up, Christie created a "life list" to outline her aspirations and experiences. The book encourages readers to identify what truly matters, set ambitious goals, and embrace lifeโ€™s possibilities. Christie provides actionable steps to help individuals live boldly and authentically, emphasizing that life should be lived by design, not by default.

June 2025

The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga is a transformative self-help book based on Alfred Adler's principles. Through a dialogue between a youth and a philosopher, it emphasizes that individuals can shape their futures, independent of past experiences and societal expectations. Key themes include self-acceptance, personal responsibility, and the idea that most problems stem from interpersonal relationships. The book encourages readers to release the need for external validation and promotes the courage to be disliked as essential for personal freedom and lasting happiness.

July 2025

In Hyperfocus, by Chris Bailey explores how the focus is not merely heightened awareness but a balance between two mental modes: hyperfocus for productivity and scatter focus for creativity. Drawing on recent neuroscience, he explains how effectively managing these modes allows individuals to concentrate deeply and think clearly. The book combines practical strategies with scientific insights to help readers enhance their attention management, ultimately improving their productivity and creativity.

August 2025

The Comfort Book by Matt Haig is a collection of reflections on hope and resilience, emphasizing the lessons learned during difficult times. It offers practical advice and meditations drawn from personal experiences, historical insights, and various sources to provide comfort and encouragement. The book encourages readers to embrace their worth, appreciate lifeโ€™s simple pleasures, and recognize that change is a constant part of existence. Haig's writing serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is potential for growth and renewal, making it a source of solace for those seeking meaning and strength.

September 2025

Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters by Laura Vanderkam offers practical strategies for reclaiming time and prioritizing what truly matters in life.

Vanderkam presents nine rules designed to help individuals create a resilient schedule that accommodates lifeโ€™s unpredictability while fostering joy and fulfilment. The book emphasizes intentional living, encouraging readers to set boundaries, embrace small adventures, and focus on meaningful experiences rather than mundane tasks. Ultimately, it serves as a guide for transforming busy lives into more satisfying and purposeful ones.

October 2025

Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Dr. Peter Attia is a groundbreaking guide on enhancing longevity and health, challenging conventional medical views on aging.

Attia advocates for a proactive approach to health that emphasizes personalized strategies over traditional treatments, focusing on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and emotional well-being. He argues that many chronic diseases can be prevented through lifestyle changes and offers practical advice to help individuals improve their physical and mental health, ultimately enabling them to live longer and better lives.

November 2025

Something in the Woods Loves You by Jarod K. Anderson is a poignant blend of nature writing and memoir that explores the healing power of the natural world on mental health. During a dark period in his life, Anderson found solace in observing nature, and discovering how plants and animals can inspire hope and perspective.

Through lyrical reflections on various elements of nature, he shares his journey with depression and the transformative impact of deliberate encounters with the environment. The book serves as a love letter to nature, offering readers insights into finding light and meaning even in challenging times.

Grateful for Goodreads and Chat GPT assisting me with the short intros ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ I hope you appreciate the list and that this will make it easier for you to join our online book club โœจ Which is every last Wednesday of the month!

Sending you lots of inspiration ๐Ÿ“š
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Peggy
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