Rule Your Mind

In these increasingly unprecedented times, mindfulness and meditation are crucial to our wellbeing. As we stay indoors, we can use this time to learn to be happy with the smaller joys in life. But how exactly do we go about it? We have picked 10 of the best books out there to give you a helping hand.

- CECILIA D’SOUZA

The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

by Eckhart Tolle

According to Oprah Winfrey, this book is one of the most important books of our time. It functions as a guide for everyday living and puts an emphasis on how important it is to practice mindfulness, in order to be in the present moment. The book teaches you how to detach yourself from your ‘ego’ and outlines how it will help you to enjoy a better life. As Tolle writes, “The ego always wants something from other people or situations. There is always a hidden agenda, always a sense of ‘not enough yet’”.

Real-World Mindfulness for Beginners: Navigate Daily Life One Practice at a Time

by Brenda Salgado

Major changes are a part of life, but dealing with them can be overwhelming at the best of times, let alone right now. With 10 of the most-trusted mindfulness experts featured in the book, you will find simple techniques on how to navigate difficult situations with clarity and courage.

Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan For Finding Peace In A Frantic World

by Mark Williams and Danny Penman