A little known fact that we know in the professional therapy community is that reading does not only bring about self-awareness, but it can also help you heal.
Research studies confirm that reading can actually reduce stress levels by nearly 68%. Therefore, it is not unusual for therapists and coaches to assign clients reading material. Shocker: reading offers more relaxation than music, exercise, or even breathing exercises.

Just 30 minutes a day can keep stress away!!

So, this month, to jump the New Year, I've put together a special reading list. These particular 10 books center women's experiences and spiritual balance.

10 Books for Stress Relief & Spiritual Balance

1. Toni Morrison- Song of Solomon
2. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: The Thing Around Your Neck
3. Octavia Butler: Parable of the Sower
4. Maya Angelou: I Know Why the Caged Birds Sing
5. Tobe M. Correal: Finding Soul on the Path of the Orisha
6. Queen Afua: Sacred Woman
7. Merlin Stone: When God Was a Woman
8. Iyanla Vanzant: Don't Give it Away!
9. Marimba Ani: Let the Circle Be Unbroken​
10. Terrie Williams: Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We're Not Hurting