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Article  •  8 January 2024

 

Books to read after Atomic Habits

Love Atomic Habits but don’t know what to read next? Never fear, we’ve got the perfect guide for you.

Here are a few of the best books to read after Atomic Habits to keep you on your toes. Learn more about building positive habits and the life you’ve always dreamed of with these inspiring – and informative – reads.

 

Ikigai book cover.

Ikigai by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles

This international bestseller explores the Japanese concept of ikigai. Focused on helping readers find their ‘reason to jump out of bed in the morning’, the book outlines simple steps to discover your purpose in life. By finding your ikigai, you’ll make every single day of your life more joyful and meaningful. Who could resist that?

Clear Thinking book cover.

Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish

First, Atomic Habits transformed your behaviour. Now, Clear Thinking transforms your mind. Join Shane Parrish for a masterclass in the art of clear thinking. Parrish offers powerful mental models to make sense of any situation. And he reveals a simple, actionable method for smarter decision-making, starting today.

The Diary of a CEO book cover.

The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett

Rooted in psychology and behavioral science, these are the fundamental laws that will ensure excellence. Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur, podcaster and Dragon's Den star, takes you through a set of principles that can stand the test of time, apply to any industry, and be used by anyone who is search of building something great or becoming someone great.

Feel Good Productivity book cover.

Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal

The world's most-followed productivity expert reveals how to achieve more by finding joy in everything you do. The secret to productivity isn't discipline. It's joy. Armed with Dr Ali Abdaal's insights, you won't just accomplish more. You'll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.

Be Useful book cover.

Be Useful by Arnold Schwarzenegger

The seven rules to follow to realise your true purpose in life-distilled by Arnold Schwarzenegger from his own journey of ceaseless reinvention and extraordinary achievement, and available for absolutely anyone. Be Useful takes readers on an inspirational tour through Arnold's toolkit for a meaningful life.

Atlas of the Heart book cover.

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

From bestselling author Brené Brown comes Atlas of the Heart, a meaningful guide to connection and the language of human experience. Guiding readers on a journey through the emotions and experiences that define us, she outlines the skills and framework for understanding, meaning, and choice

The Art of Winning book cover.

The Art of Winning by Dan Carter

What’s the secret to success? You might think success at the highest level insulates you from pressure and doubt. But nothing could be further from the truth. Ten timeless truths on leadership, purpose and potential - from the unique culture of the All Blacks, and the mind of a living legend Dan Carter.

Featured Titles

Ikigai
2014 offered The life-changing magic of tidying 2016 surrounded us with hygge In 2017, we’ll discover our ikigai Ikigai – the Japanese secret to a long and happy life from the world’s longest living people.
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Clear Thinking
First, Atomic Habits transformed your behaviour. Now, Clear Thinking transforms your mind.
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The Diary of a CEO
Runaway No.1 Bestseller by STEVEN BARTLETT: entrepreneur, podcaster and Dragon's Den star
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Feel-Good Productivity
The world's most-followed productivity expert reveals how to achieve more by finding joy in everything you do.
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Be Useful
Seven lessons from the international icon on how to live a meaningful, purposeful life, for fans of Atomic Habits and Wim Hof
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Atlas of the Heart
This major new work from the international bestselling author of Gifts of Imperfection and Dare to Lead examines the 87 emotions and experiences that define us, and provides a compelling framework to help us all become more emotionally fluent and connected.
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The Art of Winning
A unique and inspiring deep dive into leadership, strength and resilience from one of sport's true masters: All Black legend Dan Carter.
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Atomic Habits
A revolutionary guide to using tiny changes in behaviour to transform your life
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