I Read 100 Books On Self-Improvement, These Are My 10 Ideas

I wanted to share some points that I learned while taking this challenge.

Akshay Yadav
ILLUMINATION
4 min readFeb 2, 2023

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When I started reading, initially, I used to read the books completely, but as soon as I started completing them, I understood one thing, most books covered different views of similar ideas, so I stopped reading them completely.

But I managed to understand the main points of those books.

Reading books is a great way to gain knowledge, expand your horizons, and improve yourself.

I recently took on the challenge of reading 100 books on self-improvement, and I have to say, it was an incredible journey. I learned a lot about myself and how to become a better person.

Here are the top 10 ideas that I took away from my reading:

Start your day with a routine.

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Starting your day with a routine sets the tone for the rest of the day and helps you be more productive.

I found that having a morning routine helped me be more focused and organized.

Practice mindfulness

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Mindfulness is all about being in the present moment. When you practice mindfulness, you can be more aware of your thoughts and feelings, which can help you manage stress and be more productive.

You can also check out my post on meditation by clicking here.

Set goals

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Setting goals is a great way to stay motivated and focused on what you want to achieve.

I found that writing down my goals helped me stay on track and made it easier to see my progress.

Surround yourself with positive people

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The people you surround yourself with can have a big impact on your life.

I found that being around positive and supportive people helped me feel better and be more productive.

Take care of your body

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Taking care of your body is important for both your physical and mental health.

I found that regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, and getting enough sleep helped me feel better and be more productive.

Practice gratitude

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Gratitude is about being thankful for what you have. When you practice gratitude, you can be more positive and happier.

I found that keeping a gratitude journal helped me focus on the good in my life.

Learn new things

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Learning new things keeps your mind sharp and helps you grow as a person. I found that reading books, taking courses, and trying new things helped me be more confident and knowledgeable.

Practice self-compassion

Self-compassion is about being kind to yourself and treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding that you would give to a friend.

I found that practicing self-compassion helped me be more confident and happy.

Cultivate positive relationships

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Having positive relationships with others is important for your well-being.

I found that being intentional about cultivating positive relationships helped me feel more connected and supported.

Take action

Taking action is the key to making progress.

I found that taking small, consistent steps toward my goals helped me make progress and achieve what I wanted.

In conclusion, these are the top 10 ideas that I took away from my journey of reading 100 books on self-improvement. I hope they inspire you to take your own journey and improve yourself!

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