If you are going through a difficult period or feeling unmotivated, I would suggest a list of books that can give you a hint in your search for the meaning of life and your goals.
The Year of Living Danishly: Uncovering the Secrets of the World’s Happiest Country,Hellen Russel
After being given the opportunity to live in the Jutland region, typical English journalist Helen Russell discovers a surprising statistic: the happiest country in the world is not “Disneyland,” but Denmark, a country often described as the land of long, dark winters, herring, Legos, and pastries.
But what is the secret to their happiness and success? Are Danes born happy, or do they become happy? Helen believes there is only one way to find out: to live among the Danes for a year and try to uncover their magical formula for happiness.
“A Year of Living Danishly” unveils to readers around the world the unique Danish traditions and culture, from childcare, education, food, home decor, and taxes, all accompanied by a subtle humor that permeates the entire book. Additionally, its goal is to show that we can all be better and live happier lives if we adopt a bit of the Danish way of living.
The Forty Rules of Love” – A Wonderful Book by Author Elif Şafak
In this book, two parallel stories are told: the life of a woman in contemporary times who faces the difficulties and problems of life but is suddenly involved in a journey that takes her back in time… to the 13th century, where an encounter happens that changes not only the lives of two people but thousands of people across centuries.
A student, Mevlana Rumi, meets his teacher, the famous Shams of Tabriz. This meeting transforms both of them, bringing them closer to their own hearts and the hearts of all people.
The teacher teaches the student the forty rules of true love, love that does not imprison but liberates, love that is not selfish but instead is meant to be offered to all people, true love that makes us all one.
“Every true friendship or love is the story of an unexpected transformation. If you are the same person before and after you loved, it means you haven’t loved enough.”
Ikigai, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles
Ikigai is a book written by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles that explores the Japanese secret to a long and happy life. The authors spent considerable time in Japan, researching and gathering data to bring this book to light.
The book discusses the art of staying young while growing old and the small things that contribute to a long and happy life.
Ikigai is the convergence of four elements of life: passion, skills, profession, and mission. This is the Japanese secret to a happy and healthy life!
