1. The Four Agreements | Don Miguel Ruiz
Why I Recommend This: Before I could change my life, I needed to alter the internal "agreements" I had made with myself. This book was my first step in breaking the cycle of self-sabotage. It provides a simple, ironclad code of conduct that helps you stop taking things personally and start living with integrity. It’s the foundation for anyone looking to stop "masking" and begin their journey of spiritual growth.
2. The Upanishads | Ancient Vedic Texts
Why I Recommend This: When I felt like an "outcast" who didn't belong in this world, these texts revealed that I was part of something much larger. They provided the spiritual depth I required to understand that the "Self" is eternal and divine. If you are seeking the "why" behind your existence, start here.
3. The Tao Te Ching | Lao Tzu
Why I Recommend This: This is the manual for The Observer. In a world that demands we constantly "do" and "struggle," the Tao Te Ching taught me the power of "being." It helped me find the flow of life again after years of fighting against it, especially during my battles with addiction.
4. 12 Rules for Life | Jordan Peterson
Why I Recommend This: The 12 Rules for Life was the wake-up call I needed to take radical responsibility for my life. Peterson doesn't sugarcoat the truth: life is suffering, but responsibility is the antidote to that suffering. These rules helped me clean up my room—literally and metaphorically—so I could stand tall again.
5. The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious | Carl Jung
Why I Recommend This: Jung’s work saved my life. He gave me the language to understand my Ego and the courage to face my Shadow. By learning that my "bad boy" persona was simply a mask for deep-seated trauma, I was able to stop destroying myself and start integrating the pieces. This is the psychological heart of everything I teach.
6. The New Testament | The Teachings of Jesus
Why I Recommend This: This is the ultimate guide to the Highest SELF. Beyond the psychology and the philosophy, there is a grace that can only be found through faith. The teachings of Jesus provided the final bridge out of the pit, offering a path of forgiveness and a presence that ensured I would never have to walk this road alone again.
Bible Gateway (Searchable Scriptures)
The Parable of the Prodigal Son — A story that mirrors much of your own journey back from the "underworld."
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