Recommended Books (English Edition)

Curated selection of internationally available titles

John A. Bargh: „Before You Know It“ – The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do
A groundbreaking exploration of how unconscious processes influence our thoughts, decisions and everyday behaviour. Highly readable and scientifically robust.
Viktor E. Frankl: „Man’s Search for Meaning“
A timeless classic on resilience, purpose and the human capacity to find meaning even in extreme suffering.
Christopher Germer: „The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion“
A compassionate guide to working with difficult emotions through mindfulness and self-kindness.
Thich Nhat Hanh: „Anger: Wisdom for Cooling the Flames„
A powerful and healing book on working with anger — understanding its roots, transforming it, and communicating with clarity and care.
Thich Nhat Hanh: „You Are Here„
A gentle and direct invitation into mindfulness, presence and compassion. Practical guidance for living fully in each moment.
Russ Harris: „The Happiness Trap“
An accessible introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and a guide to living with more psychological flexibility.
Steven C. Hayes: „A Liberated Mind“
The founder of ACT explains how psychological flexibility can transform suffering into meaningful action.
Steven C. Hayes & Spencer Smith: „Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life“
A practical ACT workbook for dealing with difficult thoughts and emotions.
Matthew Johnstone: „I Had a Black Dog“
A visual and personal guide to understanding depression.
Matthew Johnstone: „Living with a Black Dog“
For partners, family and friends supporting someone with depression.
Jon Kabat-Zinn: „Full Catastrophe Living“
The standard reference text on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), integrating meditation into everyday life.
Jack Kornfield: „A Path with Heart“
A foundational guide to meditation, compassion and living with greater presence. Warm, accessible and deeply human.
Jack Kornfield: „Meditation for Beginners“
A clear and simple introduction to mindfulness practice, ideal for clients starting out or looking for a grounded, practical approach.
Kristin Neff: „Self-Compassion“
Foundational research and practical guidance on cultivating self-compassion.
Marshall B. Rosenberg: „Nonviolent Communication“
A powerful approach to authentic expression and empathetic listening.
Paul Watzlawick: „The Situation Is Hopeless, But Not Serious“
A humorous and insightful look into self-sabotage, everyday paradoxes and the ways we unconsciously create suffering.

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