I was recently reading my Real Simple magazine (thanks to my mom-in-law for the subscription--great birthday present!) some responses to the "Your Words" section. The question was, "What book has changed your life?" I thought I'd take the opportunity to answer the question for myself. Ans since it's my blog and I can do what I want, I might just answer with more than one book!
This book was recommended to me by my sisters-in-law when we were pregnant with Jonah. I had no idea about sleep training a newborn and was all ears when they started telling me about Marc Weissbluth's book and his logic behind his methods. Needless to say, it was the only reason Jonah turned out to be a good sleeper. That book was on my nightstand from the moment he was born until the moment he turned 2 and I've referred to it many times since then.- Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child by Marc Weissbluth
2. No Doubt About It by Sheri Dew
I took this book from my mom's stash because I was in need of some inspiration and spiritual enlightenment. When I finished this book, half of it was highlighted and I felt more valuable than I ever had. I realized the importance of reading words from inspired church leaders in addition to reading the scriptures. Sheri Dew's insights were such that it felt like a whole new view of our purpose on earth was opened to me. It was very liberating. I think I need to read this one again!
3. Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute
I was assigned to read portions of this book while taking a required class for my Recreation Management degree at BYU. I highly recommend this book to everyone, whether you have a full-time profession or you're a stay-at-home mom. This book gives insights into why we human's behave the way we do in relationships and how the problems we face with others are often catalyzed, if not caused, by our own behaviors without us even knowing it.
So there yo u have it. Three of the books I find most helpful in life.
