Despite our different perceptions about life, it is accepted by all that as we go through life, we will encounter the ups and downs of life. And sometimes we will need some inspirations to keep us going. That is why people yearn to seek inspiration from sources, not forgetting inspirational books.
Below are some motivational books that will inspire your growth in life!

1. The Alchemist

The book talks about destiny and teaches you thoughtful lessons through puzzles. riddles and great characters. It gives you the wisdom to look for a vision and destiny but goes on to make you understand that, before you achieve that dream and destiny, you need to embark on a long journey through hard work. It reminds you that the power to make your dream a reality is within you right from the onset. Observe the environment you are and push forward. The book was written by Paulo Coelho.

2. The Goal, A Process of Ongoing Improvement

This book is perfect when you want to start a business. Generally, it gives us a deep revelation about the things to do when you want to be successful in life. The core theme of the book is Goal. It tells us that in life before you start anything, think about the goal, vision or aim. You have to ask yourself “what is the goal? or what do I want to achieve in the end?”. Get to identify clearly goals and this will help you make right choices or plans which will align to your goals. Written by Eliyahu Goldratt.

3. The Varieties of Human Experience by William James

It talks about how our ways of thinking influence our lives. Every human being has got a peculiar personality, capabilities, mindset and different destiny. Therefore, as a human being, you’re the only one that knows yourself better and can have total control over your whole being. You don’t live for others. You need to be confident in yourself, change your thinking and this can change your life.

4. The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gewande

The book gives you enlightenment about how a checklist can be a powerful tool in your life. It gives instances in our daily lives where checklists are made before something is done or any work is executed. Some of the examples used in this book refers to machine operators like pilots, drivers, captains etc. that before they embark on a journey they do intensive checks to make sure everything is alright before they start every journey. Not everything in life needs a checklist but a good checklist can avoid harmful mistake

5. Count of Monte by Cristo By Alexander Dumas

It encourages one to have a can-do spirit in order to pursue one’s goals in life. People should not hesitate to persevere, plan and have the will power despite the obstacles that may come their way in order to get what they desire.

6. Choose Yourself by James Altucher

The book talks about self-improvement and motivation. It teaches us to focus on ourselves and make a proper investment in ourselves. It makes us understand that, “ourselves” is the most cherished advantage and that, it’s all we can spend countless times and invest in. Hence, for every individual to be successful, they should think of investing in their growth.

7. Girl Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis

This book is a self-motivating book for women who look down on themselves and keep their dreams buried. It’s a wakeup call to women who are living the dreams of other individuals instead of what they wish for. It advices women to do away with excuses, restraints and other habits that pull them back in achieving their dreams and provides information that will encourage women to pursue their dreams with confidence.

8. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

The covers a wide range of important steps that will help you encourage yourself in order to be successful in life. It advices you on the dos and don’ts when you want to succeed in life because success goes beyond rich.

9. Hustle; The Power to Charge Your Life with Money, Meaning and Momentum by Neil Patel

This book gives a new practical meaning to hustling and gives concrete advice on ways to achieve multiple success. It gingers you to take charge of your dreams, create your own luck, be yourself and achieve great success though your own project without competition.

10. Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor E. Frankl

The author brought up a convincing argument that avoiding suffering is not realistic. However, it is based on the meaning we give to the suffering and how we manage the suffering, we maintain the ability to move forward with a transformed purpose.

11. You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero

The book encourages us to forgo our limitation, weakness and negative attitudes and start an awesome new life. It provides information that will help us identify these limitations and will help us to work on ourselves. It teaches us to place emphasis on the things that can be changed in our lives and accept the ones which are unchangeable.

12. Smarter, Faster, Better; The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg

The book addresses a number of productive concepts that successful companies apply in their businesses. It also points out the differences between some great performers in the world and less performers in the world. These analysis in the book seeks to help people in being productive in their daily lives as long as success is concerned.

13. Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

This book is a Christian literature which gives a groundbreaking manifesto on the meaning of life. Through biblical concept, the book discloses more information about the purpose of life. It makes us understand the value of life and as a matter of fact, nobody is on this earth by an accident. It gives us insight about life and how to live a fulfilling life.

14. 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

The book elaborates on 7 ideas that make people more effective. It talked about being proactive, begin with the end in mind, putting first things first, think win/win, seek first to understand then to be understood, synergize and sharpen the saw.

15. When I Stop Talking You Will Know I’m Dead by Jerry Weintraub

In this book, the writer used his personal life experiences when he was growing up as a child. He recounted his love for what he wanted in life from jumping from one business to the another and doing all things possible in order to gain. Ceasing every opportunity that he comes across. This book advices that we should make every minute count in our lives and do what we want because life is short.

16. Now, Discover Your Strength by Marcus Buckingham And Donald Clifton

This book is actually against those methods concerning working on one’s weakness and also working on your passion. It says we have to forget about working on one weakness over and over and stop creating the impression that because I want to do this, I’d have to work over and over even if its keeping me long to embrace success. It advices that instead of waiting on your delayed passion which you think might make you become successful, try and discover something new, new strengths and allow it to improve and flourish.

17. Designing for Growth: A Design Thinking Tool Kit for Managers by Jeanne Liedtka And Tim Ogilvie

This book is of great advantage to investors and business managers. The book gives a practical method on how companies can improve on their businesses. It encourages managers to think creatively, test their theories, analyse data and learn because it it’s the solution to improvement.

18. The Power of Broke by Daymond John

The book encourages business starters that, it doesn’t matter the amount of money you have, the moment you aspire to set up any business all you need is hard work, perseverance and trusting yourself. It reminds you that it doesn’t matter your financial status. just start with the little you have and you can achieve success.

19. Make Your Bed; Little Things That Can Change Your Life by William H Mcraven

The book speaks about some lessons picked from the authors speech he gave when he was in the navy. They are 10 principles he adopted during the time of his career which helped him to overcome challenges he encountered. He urges everyone to read and pick the lesson which he believes can help change lives.

20. Grit; The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth

The book talks about determination and passion as the ultimate measure for making dreams a reality. It makes us understand that, in order to achieve a long-term goal, one should not underestimate the power of determination especially when you’re enthusiastic about it.