📚 3 Wonderful Books by Women, Dyslexia Reading Tips, and more.

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📚 Book Summary:

One of my goals for 2025 is to read more books written by women.

Here are short summaries of 3 wonderful books, and you can vote on which book I should summarize in-depth for next week’s newsletter. Enjoy!

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1) “The LET THEM Theory” by Mel Robbins

The core message of this book is simple yet powerful: Let people be who they are instead of trying to control or change them.

Instead, focus on the things you can control, such as changing yourself or your response to others.

Mel’s insights are practical, relatable, and backed by real-life examples that make the concept easy to apply.

Whether you’re struggling with boundaries, relationships, or simply want to feel lighter and more in control of your emotions, this book will help you. It’s a refreshing reminder that the best thing you can do is let them—and focus on becoming the best version of yourself.

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2) “Wild Courage” by Jenny Wood

What if the traits you need to get ahead in life are the exact opposite of what you’ve been told?

Jenny Wood spent nearly 20 years at Google and has taught thousands of people how to get ahead in work and life.

Her secret to success?

Following these 9 unique traits: Weird, Selfish, Shameless, Obsessed, Nosy, Manipulative, Brutal, Reckless, and Bossy.

Whether you want to smash through your fear of discomfort, supercharge your success, or become a top performer, this book will help you.

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3) “High Functioning” by Dr. Judith Joseph

If you look fine on the outside but don't feel fine on the inside, this book is for you.

In it, psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph shares 5 strategies to break the cycle of High Functioning Depression and better understand the science of your happiness and empower you to reclaim your life and joy.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re emotionally numb, hiding behind a mask of productivity, or unable to find pleasure in activities you used to enjoy, this book can help you.

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