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Books about Emotional Intelligence
Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs
by Emerson Eggerichs
A guide to understanding the needs of the opposite sex and unlocking the secrets to a lasting relationship.
A, New York Times, best-selling marriage book with more than one million copies sold! Based on over three decades of counseling, as well as scientific and biblical research, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and ... (Goodreads)
Olive Kitteridge
by Elizabeth Strout
An exploration of the life of a small-town woman, revealing her struggles and emotional complexities.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Olive Kitteridge offers profound insights into the human condition – its conflicts, its tragedies and joys, and the endurance it requires. At times stern, at other times ... (Goodreads)
Mindsight: The New Science of Personal Transformation
by Daniel J. Siegel
A groundbreaking exploration of the power of the mind to transform our lives, offering practical tools for personal growth and healing.
From a pioneer in the field of mental health comes a groundbreaking book on the healing power of "mindsight," the potent skill that is the basis for both emotional and social intelligence. Mindsight ... (Goodreads)
Mad About the Boy
by Helen Fielding
A young woman follows her heart and learns the power of love.
Move over, Bridget Jones’s diary: She’s back, and this time she’s texting and tweeting. . . Fourteen years after landing Mark Darcy, Bridget’s life has taken her places she never expected. But ... (Goodreads)
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
by Judith Viorst
A young boy experiences a day of unfortunate events, learning to accept his feelings and move on.
Alexander narrates the story of having a terrible, horrible, no good very bad day. From the moment Alexander woke up, he noticed the bubble gum that was in his mouth when he fell asleep had now ... (Wikipedia)
How to Be Alone
by Jonathan Franzen
A collection of essays exploring the complexities of solitude, self-reliance, and personal growth.
From the National Book Award-winning author of, The Corrections, a collection of essays that reveal him to be one of our sharpest, toughest, and most entertaining social critics While the essays in ... (Goodreads)
Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ
by Daniel Goleman
Examines the importance of emotional intelligence and how it affects success.
#1 BESTSELLER • The groundbreaking book that redefines what it means to be smart, with a new introduction by the author “A thoughtfully written, persuasive account explaining emotional intelligence ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Art of Happiness
by Dalai Lama XIV
A spiritual guide to finding lasting joy and contentment.
An updated edition of a beloved classic—the original book on happiness, with new material from His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Dr. Howard Cutler,Nearly every time you see him, he's laughing, or at ... (Barnes & Noble)
Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems
by Cesar Millan
A practical guide on how to train and understand dogs, in a way that is natural and beneficial for both.
There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, ... (Goodreads)
Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.
by Brené Brown
An exploration of how to courageously confront hardship and use it to build strength and resilience.
Social scientist Brené Brown has ignited a global conversation on courage, vulnerability, shame, and worthiness. Her pioneering work uncovered a profound truth: Vulnerability—the willingness to show ... (Goodreads)
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus
by John Gray
A look at the different ways men and women communicate and interact.
Once upon a time Martians and Venusians met, fell in love, and had happy relationships together because they respected and accepted their differences. Then they came to Earth and amnesia set in: they ... (Goodreads)
The Introvert Advantage: How to Thrive in an Extrovert World
by Marti Olsen Laney
A guide to understanding the strengths of introversion, and how to navigate the challenges of an extrovert-centric world.
An insightful, empowering guide to making the most of your hidden strengths. Are you energized by spending time alone? In meetings, do you need to be asked for your opinions and ideas? Do you tend to ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind, Survive Everyday Parenting Struggles, and Help Your Family Thrive
by Daniel J. Siegel
Comprehensive guide to understanding and nurturing a child's developing mind.
Your toddler throws a tantrum in the middle of a store. Your preschooler refuses to get dressed. Your fifth-grader sulks on the bench instead of playing on the field. Do children conspire to make ... (Goodreads)
The Happiest Baby on the Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer
by Harvey Karp
A guide to calming a newborn baby and helping them to sleep longer.
In perhaps the most important parenting book of the decade, Dr. Harvey Karp reveals an extraordinary treasure sought by parents for centuries –an automatic “off-switch” for their baby’s crying. No ... (Goodreads)
Maya's Notebook
by Isabel Allende
A teenage girl's journey towards self-acceptance, healing and freedom.
Isabel Allende’s latest novel, set in the present day (a new departure for the author), tells the story of a 19-year-old American girl who finds refuge on a remote island off the coast of Chile after ... (Goodreads)
Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
by Kristin Neff
Exploring the inner depths of self-compassion and its power to change lives.
Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind offers expert advice on how to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling you to achieve your highest ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert
by John M. Gottman
A guide to building and maintaining a successful marriage, based on research and practical advice from a renowned relationship expert.
John Gottman has revolutionized the study of marriage by using rigorous scientific procedures to observe the habits of married couples in unprecedented detail over many years. Here is the culmination ... (Goodreads)
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk
by Adele Faber
A guide for parents to communicate effectively with their children, using empathy and respect to build strong relationships.
The ultimate “parenting bible” (,The Boston Globe,), a timeless, beloved book on how to effectively communicate with your child from the #1, New York Times, bestselling authors. Adele Faber and ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Wonder Weeks. How to Stimulate Your Baby's Mental Development and Help Him Turn His 10 Predictable, Great, Fussy Phases Into Magical Leaps Forward
by Hetty van de Rijt
A guide for parents to understand their baby's mental development and behavior during 10 fussy phases, and how to stimulate their growth and learning.
How to stimulate your baby's mental development and help him turn his 10 predictable, great, fussy phases into magical leaps forward describes the incredible mental developmental changes (leaps) and ... (Barnes & Noble)
No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind
by Daniel J. Siegel
Practical strategies to nurture children's social and emotional development while managing challenging behavior.
NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER - The pioneering experts behind, The Whole-Brain Child, and, The Yes Brain, tackle the ultimate parenting challenge: discipline. Highlighting the fascinating link between a ... (Goodreads)
Anger: Wisdom for Cooling the Flames
by Thich Nhat Hanh
A guide to understanding and managing anger, offering practical techniques for finding peace and compassion in difficult situations.
"[Thich Nhat Hanh] shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth." ,–,His Holiness The Dalai Lama Nominated by Martin Luther King, Jr. for a Nobel Peace Prize, Thich Nhat ... (Barnes & Noble)
A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future
by Daniel H. Pink
Exploring the rise of right-brain thinking and how creativity and emotion are shaping our world.
The future belongs to a different kind of person with a different kind of mind: artists, inventors, storytellers-creative and holistic "right-brain" thinkers whose abilities mark the fault line ... (Goodreads)
Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life
by Marshall B. Rosenberg
A guide to understanding communication, fostering healthy relationships and resolving conflicts.
Do you hunger for skills to improve the quality of your relationships, to deepen your sense of personal empowerment or to simply communicate more effectively? Unfortunately, for centuries our culture ... (Goodreads)
Llama Llama Mad at Mama
by Anna Dewdney
A young llama's journey of understanding emotions, learning to cope with disappointment.
Yucky music, great big feet. Ladies smelling way too sweet. Look at knees and stand in line. Llama Llama starts to whine. Does any child like to go shopping? Not Llama Llama! But Mama can't leave ... (Goodreads)
Fruits Basket, Vol. 3
by Natsuki Takaya
Tohru Honda continues to live with the cursed Sohma family, learning more about their secrets and forming deeper connections with them.
Sawa Mitoma has officially lived every high school girl's dream by breathing in limited-edition Sohma cottage air and landing a date with a Sohma heartthrob. That is, until she's thrust face-to-face ... (Barnes & Noble)
Emotional Intelligence 2.0
by Travis Bradberry
Exploring how to use emotional intelligence to achieve success and build stronger relationships.
"Emotional Intelligence 2.0 succinctly explains how to deal with emotions creatively and employ our intelligence in a beneficial way." –THE DALAI LAMA For the first time ever in a book, TalentSmart's ... (Goodreads)
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
by Brené Brown
An exploration of vulnerability, courage, and the strength to embrace imperfection.
The #1, New York Times, bestseller. More than 2, million copies sold!,Look for Brené Brown’s new podcast,, Dare to Lead, as well as her ongoing podcast, Unlocking Us,!,From thought leader Brené ... (Barnes & Noble)
Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love
by Sue Johnson
A guide to building and maintaining strong, healthy relationships through seven conversations that foster emotional connection and security.
Heralded by the, New York Times, and, Time, as the couples therapy with the highest rate of success, Emotionally Focused Therapy works because it views the love relationship as an attachment bond., ... (Goodreads)
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life
by Mark Manson
A guide to self-improvement and finding the courage to pursue a meaningful life.
#1 New York Times Bestseller Over 6 million copies sold In this generation-defining self-help guide, a superstar blogger cuts through the crap to show us how to stop trying to be "positive" all the ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Upside of Unrequited
by Becky Albertalli
A teenage girl learns to embrace her identity, finding strength in her vulnerability.
Seventeen-year-old Molly Peskin-Suso knows all about unrequited love—she’s lived through it twenty-six times. She crushes hard and crushes often, but always in secret. Because no matter how many ... (Goodreads)
The Five Love Languages for Singles
by Gary Chapman
Practical guide for finding lasting love, based on understanding and expressing love.
Simple ways to strengthen any relationship With more than 10 million copies sold,, The 5 Love Languages,® continues to transform relationships worldwide. And though originally written for married ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Grouchy Ladybug
by Eric Carle
A grumpy ladybug must confront her own anger and learn to be kind despite her irritability.
The story is about a Grouchy Ladybug who challenges a Friendly Ladybug to a fight over some aphids (who wants the aphids for breakfast) but then decides it isn't large enough to be worth fighting. It ... (Wikipedia)
Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life
by Martin E.P. Seligman
A guide to developing an optimistic outlook and mental strength to overcome life's challenges.
Known as the father of the new science of positive psychology, Martin E.P. Seligman draws on more than twenty years of clinical research to demonstrate how optimism enchances the quality of life, and ... (Goodreads)
Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting
by Laura Markham
A guide to help parents build a stronger connection with their children, reduce conflict and promote cooperation through positive parenting techniques.
A groundbreaking guide to raising responsible, capable, happy kids Based on the latest research on brain development and extensive clinical experience with parents, Dr. Laura Markham’s approach is as ... (Barnes & Noble)
Siblings Without Rivalry: How to Help Your Children Live Together So You Can Live Too
by Adele Faber
Practical strategies for raising children in a way that encourages healthy relationships between siblings.
Already best-selling authors with How to Talk So Kids Will Listen Listen So Kids Will Talk , Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish turned their minds to the battle of the siblings. Parents themselves, they ... (Goodreads)
Ego Is the Enemy
by Ryan Holiday
Exploring the destructive power of ego and how to overcome it.
“While the history books are filled with tales of obsessive, visionary geniuses who remade the world in their image with sheer, almost irrational force, I’ve found that history is also made by ... (Goodreads)
The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better
by Gretchen Rubin
A framework to better understand yourself and others, and the best way to get along with different personalities.
In this groundbreaking analysis of personality type, bestselling author of, Better Than Before, and, The Happiness Project, Gretchen Rubin reveals the one simple question that will transform what you ... (Barnes & Noble)
For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men
by Shaunti Feldhahn
A study of the inner emotional lives of men, providing insight into how they think and feel.
Discover the Truth He Wants You to Know... The man in your life carries important feelings so deep inside he barely knows they’re there, much less how to talk about them. Yet your man genuinely wants ... (Barnes & Noble)
Unconditional Parenting: Moving from Rewards and Punishments to Love and Reason
by Alfie Kohn
A guide to parenting without using rewards and punishments, instead focusing on empathy, respect, and understanding to raise emotionally healthy children.
Most parenting guides begin with the question "How can we get kids to do what they're told?" — and then proceed to offer various techniques for controlling them. In this truly groundbreaking book, ... (Goodreads)
The Pout-Pout Fish
by Deborah Diesen
A fish on a mission to turn his pout into a smile.
Swim along with the pout-pout fish as he discovers that being glum and spreading "dreary wearies" isn't really his destiny. "Deep in the water,Mr. Fish swims about,With his fish face stuck,in a ... (Goodreads)
The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country
by Helen Russell
A British woman's experience immersing in the culture of Denmark, learning lessons on living a better life.
Denmark is officially the happiest nation on Earth. When Helen Russell is forced to move to rural Jutland, can she discover the secrets of their happiness? Or will the long, dark winters and pickled ... (Goodreads)
Ordinary People
by Judith Guest
A family struggles to heal following a devastating tragedy.
The novel begins as life is seemingly returning to normal for the Jarretts of Lake Forest, Illinois , in September 1975. It is slightly more than a year since their elder son Buck was killed when a ... (Wikipedia)
The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times
by Pema Chödrön
A guide to overcoming fear and embracing life, through spiritual practice and self-reflection.
Lifelong guidance for learning to change the way we relate to the scary and difficult moments of our lives, showing us how we can use all of our difficulties and fears as a way to soften our hearts ... (Barnes & Noble)
No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame
by Janet Lansbury
A guide to respectful and effective toddler discipline, emphasizing communication and understanding rather than punishment and shame.
Janet Lansbury is unique among parenting experts. As a RIE teacher and student of pioneering child specialist Magda Gerber, her advice is not based solely on formal studies and the research of ... (Barnes & Noble)
Fruits Basket, Vol. 9
by Natsuki Takaya
Tohru Honda continues to navigate the complicated relationships with the Sohma family, while also discovering more about their mysterious curse.
Secrets of the curse revealed! Dive deep into the twisted relationship between Akito and Kureno, the most elusive member of the Sohma zodiac. Tohru tries to help, but finds herself in even deeper ... (Barnes & Noble)
Bedtime for Frances
by Russell Hoban
A young badger's bedtime routine, learning the importance of boundaries and friendship.
This beloved classic bedtime book continues to spark giggles and is a perfect read-aloud at bedtime. It may be bedtime for Frances, but before Frances can sleep, she needs a glass of milk, a kiss ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery
by Ian Morgan Cron
Exploring personality types and learning to better understand yourself and others.
Over 500,000 Sold,, Foreword INDIES 2016 Book of the Year Awards Finalist,Missio Alliance Essential Reading List of 2016, Ignorance is bliss—except in self-awareness. What you don't know about ... (Barnes & Noble)
Rise and Shine
by Anna Quindlen
A popular morning TV show host is fired after an on-air outburst, and her sister takes her in. The two must confront their past and present struggles.
A superb novel about two sisters, the true meaning of success, and the qualities in life that matter most. From Anna Quindlen, acclaimed author of Blessings, Black and Blue, and One True Thing, a ... (Goodreads)
A Secret Love
by Stephanie Laurens
A passionate romance between a bold lady and a mysterious man, set in the Regency era.
All of Regency London knows that no Cynster male would ever walk away from a lady in distress...but their protection can come at a tantalizingly high price. And now, Stephanie Laurens has created her ... (Goodreads)
The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connections and Courage
by Brené Brown
Exploring the power of vulnerability and how it can lead to courage, empathy and connection.
Show Up and Let Yourself be Seen Is vulnerability the same as weakness? "In our culture," teaches Dr. Brené Brown, "we associate vulnerability with emotions we want to avoid such as fear, shame, and ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Danish Way of Parenting: What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids
by Jessica Joelle Alexander
A guide to Danish parenting, emphasizing empathy, play, and togetherness. Learn how to raise happy, confident, and resilient children.
International bestseller,As seen in, The Wall Street Journal,—from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world What makes Denmark the happiest ... (Barnes & Noble)
Games People Play
by Eric Berne
A psychological exploration of the ways people interact, creating meaningful relationships.
We think we’re relating to other people–but actually we’re all playing games. Forty years ago, Games People Play revolutionized our understanding of what really goes on during our most basic social ... (Goodreads)
Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood: Practical Parenting from Birth to Six Years
by Jim Fay
A guide for parents to raise well-behaved children using love and logic techniques from birth to six years old.
Practical Parenting from Birth to Six Years Let Jim Fay and Charles Fay, Ph.D., help you start your child off on the right foot. The tools in Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood will give you ... (Goodreads)
Self Matters: Creating Your Life from the Inside Out
by Phillip C. McGraw
A guide to discovering one's true self and creating a fulfilling life by aligning actions with personal values and beliefs.
Your life has a root core that, once understood, unlocks a powerful force to create your life the way it was meant to be, the way you want and need it to be. Key questions and an amazingly clear ... (Goodreads)
The Definitive Book of Body Language
by Allan Pease
Comprehensive guide to understanding nonverbal communication and its implications.
Available for the first time in the United States, this international bestseller reveals the secrets of nonverbal communication to give you confidence and control in any face-to-face encounter–from ... (Goodreads)
The Seat of the Soul
by Gary Zukav
Exploring how we can access deeper levels of understanding, transforming our lives through spiritual guidance.
Argues that humans are evolving from a species that seeks power based on the perception of the senses to one seeking power based on spiritual values. ... (Goodreads)
The Knight in Rusty Armor
by Robert Fisher
A knight's quest to rid himself of emotional armor and reconnect with his true self.
El caballero de la armadura oxidada trata de una fantasía adulta que simboliza nuestra ascensión por la montaña de la vida. Nos sentimos reflejados en el viaje del caballero, que está plagado de ... (Goodreads)
Owen
by Kevin Henkes
A young boy learns to understand and accept his emotions, and the emotions of others.
“Fuzzy goes where I go.” Owen’s fuzzy yellow blanket is his favorite possession. Everywhere Owen goes, his blanket goes with him. Upstairs, downstairs, in-between. Inside, outside, upside down. ... (Goodreads)
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do: Take Back Your Power, Embrace Change, Face Your Fears, and Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success
by Amy Morin
A guide to building mental strength by avoiding common pitfalls. Learn to overcome negative thoughts and behaviors to achieve success and happiness.
"Kick bad mental habits and toughen yourself up."— Inc. Master your mental strength—revolutionary new strategies that work for everyone from homemakers to soldiers and teachers to CEOs. Everyone ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Chimp Paradox: The Acclaimed Mind Management Programme to Help You Achieve Success, Confidence and Happiness
by Steve Peters
A guide to understanding and managing the inner workings of the human mind, using the analogy of a chimp to explain our emotional responses.
Leading consultant psychiatrist Steve Peters knows more than anyone how impulsive behaviour or nagging self-doubt can impact negatively on our professional and personal lives. In this, his first ... (Goodreads)
Unless
by Carol Shields
A writer's life is upended when her daughter drops out of college and becomes a panhandler. A story of love, loss, and self-discovery.
Reta Winters, 44-year-old successful author of light summertime fiction, has always considered herself happy, even blessed. That is, until her oldest daughter Norah mysteriously drops out of college ... (Goodreads)
Scary Close: Dropping the Act and Finding True Intimacy
by Donald Miller
A journey of emotional and spiritual growth, learning to be vulnerable and authentic in relationships.
New York Times, bestselling memoirist Donald Miller takes readers on his year-long journey to learn to abandon performance-based relationships and find real intimacy. After decades of failed ... (Goodreads)
Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World
by J. Mark G. Williams
A practical guide to finding inner peace and balance through mindfulness.
From one of the leading thinkers on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, a pioneering set of simple practices to dissolve anxiety, stress, exhaustion, and unhappiness.In "Mindfulness," Oxford ... (Goodreads)
No More Mr. Nice Guy
by Robert A. Glover
A journey to reclaim lost masculinity and create healthier relationships with emotions and women.
Originally published as an e-book that became a controversial media phenomenon, No More Mr. Nice Guy! landed its author, a certified marriage and family therapist, on The O'Reilly Factor and the Rush ... (Goodreads)
Manic: A Memoir
by Terri Cheney
A candid memoir of living with bipolar disorder, detailing the highs and lows of the author's life.
An attractive, highly successful Beverly Hills entertainment lawyer, Terri Cheney had been battling debilitating bipolar disorder for the better part of her life—and concealing a pharmacy’s worth of ... (Barnes & Noble)
Iron John: A Book About Men
by Robert Bly
A poetic exploration of masculinity, using the Grimm fairy tale "Iron John" as a metaphor for the journey towards authentic manhood.
In this deeply learned book, poet and translator Robert Bly offers nothing less than a new vision of what it is to be a man.Bly's vision is based on his ongoing work with men and reflections on his ... (Goodreads)
Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life
by Susan David
Learn to navigate life's challenges with emotional agility, a skill that allows us to adapt and grow in the face of difficulty.
The counterintuitive approach to achieving your true potential, heralded by the, Harvard Business Review, as a groundbreaking idea of the year. The path to fulfillment, whether at work or at home, is ... (Goodreads)
Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence
by Daniel Goleman
The authors explore how emotional intelligence can be used to create effective leadership, and how leaders can positively impact their organizations.
Looks at the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, discussing the characteristics of a good leader and leadership styles, and outlines the steps to becoming an effective leader. ... (Goodreads)
Unglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw Emotions
by Lysa TerKeurst
A guide to understanding emotions, making wise choices, and living with peace.
Do you ever feel like your emotions are working against you? Though we may find ourselves stuffing down emotions, exploding with emotions, or reacting somewhere in between, Lysa TerKeurst assures us ... (Barnes & Noble)
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