It’s graduation season. Here are some of my favorite books for any of the graduates in your life–or for yourself.
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Oh the Places You’ll Go
by Dr. Seuss
The classic book to give a graduate–I love the whimsy and nostalgia. I can still remember when I first read this book.
How to Be a Grown Up
by Raffi Grinberg
Based on the wildly popular “Adulting 101” course at Boston College, this book will teach you everything you probably didn’t learn in your formal education.
What Now?
by Ann Patchett
“‘What now?’ represents our excitement and our future, the very vitality of life.” In this book from her Sarah Lawrence commencement speech, renowned novelist Ann Patchett highlights the possibilities of the unknown.
The Defining Decade
by Meg Jay
A listener suggested that I read this book about the 20-something decade, and I did–and I loved it. More significant: my 20-something daughter Eliza also loved it, and has given it to several friends.
What Color Is Your Parachute?
by Richard N. Bolles
This classic has been in print for decades. It gives you tools to discover the work, and life, most meaningful to you.
Becoming You
by Suzy Welch
This book helps you understand yourself–your values, your aptitudes, and your interests. Self-knowledge is essential if you want to build a meaningful life.
Secrets of Adulthood
by Gretchen Rubin
In this short book, I write the “secrets of adulthood” that I’ve learned, through time and experience, about dealing with the perplexities of life.
The Art of Gathering
by Priya Parker
Community and friendships are a key pillar to happiness. This book provides a guide to elevate every gathering.
Getting to Yes
by Roger Fisher, William Ury, Bruce Patton
Learning to work with other people is a critical part of life and it’ll be even easier with practical tips to prevent and resolve any conflicts that arise.
Drive
by Dan Pink
Understanding what motivates you is key to figuring out how to live a happy life.
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