every book I read & how they changed my life (mostly self help & business)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 พ.ย. 2019
- From feeling lost and alone to finding inner peace and purpose, today I'm sharing my timeline of (almost) every single book I read. Books that helped me feel more understood, find my purpose, build better habits, and find balance and stillness within. Mostly self-help and business books sprinkled with a fiction or two.
As I was outlining this video, I realized I could've easily made an updated '6 books that changed my life' but because I'm extremeo and the INFJ in me was adamant about wanting to go all out with a FULL ON TIMELINE, here we are. 😅
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[1:23] What got someone who didn't like reading into reading?
Questions I wanted answers to:
➊ [1:34] Why was I feeling lost, down, and perpetually anxious?
╰ Power of Now amzn.to/354oRJ2
╰ The Alchemist amzn.to/2NMk1dq
╰ Think and Grow Rich amzn.to/2Oc2Wc1
➋ [4:15] What does it meant to live a meaningful & fulfilling life?
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╰ Build to Last amzn.to/2KnkOzz
╰ Tuesdays with Morrie amzn.to/33aCPbO
╰ The Last Lecture amzn.to/373XtN0
╰ Life of Pi (didn't get to talk about this but one of my favorite fiction books!) amzn.to/2q38vS9
╰ The Little Prince amzn.to/378PJte
➌ [9:15] How do I go about finding meaningful work?
╰ Start With Why amzn.to/33OQmpB
╰ Ego is the Enemy amzn.to/2CO2iMk
➍ [11:41] Inspiration to keep pursuing something creative & unconventional
╰ Big Magic amzn.to/2NOl6l5
╰ The Dip amzn.to/2CIZhgr
╰ The One Thing amzn.to/2KiATGL
╰ The War on Art amzn.to/2CLInha
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➎ [13:36] How do I build better habits?
╰ The Power of Habits amzn.to/32Mxkiy
╰ Atomic Habits amzn.to/2XdLATx
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➏ [14:22] Books that helped me feel understood
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╰ Atlas Shrugged amzn.to/2QkaXy9
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╰ Infinite Game (didn't get to talk about this but referenced in my IG caption) amzn.to/2NNpgtk
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╰ Creativity Inc amzn.to/2KpbhrD
➐ [19:04] How does on live a more balanced life?
╰ Outwitting the Devil amzn.to/2IPIFHn
╰ Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff amzn.to/2RCHBtv
╰ 10% Happier amzn.to/2Jbsa7H
╰ The Bullet Journal Method amzn.to/2Xd2JJK
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Sometimes I find myself feeling very grateful that I live in a universe where someone like Rowena exists. :) Anybody else feel the same?
Definitely!! Her content has helped me grow so much personally and continues to do do :)
kindred spirits 😌✨ appreciate your existence just the same my friend!
Ro makes the world a better place!
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Can relate totally ♡
I literally wrote down “Books from Rowena’s channel” on my Christmas list last week fully intending to go through each video to find each book you’ve mentioned and then THIS happens! Girl you the best, I’m gonna be a happy camper on Christmas
ahh! I love this!! please keep me posted on which books you get and which ones speak to you most/becomes your faves 🤓
Same here! Not for Christmas but I also wanted to make a book list from her videos lol
Making mine right now.
About a year ago you inspired me to start journaling. Up until that point I though journaling was for complaining to pages instead of people who don’t want to hear it. You taught me that I can use a blank journal to solve my problems and discover who I was, am, and who I might become. My journals know your name. Thank you for everything ❤️
this was so beautiful, you are so beautiful 😭💕 ahh this brought the biggest smile on my face, thank you for sharing this - so glad you found comfort & solace in a new friend 🤓
*_I don't know why,_* but I only read non-fiction books. I might just be addicted to self-improvement :p
can relate 🙈😅 AHLUVIT
I'm the exact opposite , i know i need to change that XD
Hey Rowena, I just wanted to tell you that this is the type of quality content youtube needs. Your work is truly meaningful, it really has touched me and pushed me one step further in my path, and you're really an inspiration to all of us who want to obtain real impact on the world. You show how it can be done, and that it starts now. Thank you!
I am pausing this video only 10:53 in because i cannot even begin to find the words of how THANKFUL i am for this video, you and the knowledge you have obtained and you being so kind to share it with us. Ive been making notes this whole video, and i love that you have divided it by question, I will definetly pick up multiple books and this has helped me with gift ideas for people I care about that I too want to nurture with this information. GIRL, from the bottom of my heart, the sincerest of thank yous.
sees the thumbnail for this vid
you: “books”
me: “ok bos”
🤣🤣 cannot unsee now 😭
Girl, you're amazing!
Thank you so much for creating such useful content here for all of us!
For the past almost two months I've been waking up with a deep pain in my heart and have been feeling so down. I know that it will pass, but man, has it been a rough time.
This morning, after watching a few of your videos, I am beginning to feel a sense of calm around me, and I am feeling more motivated to start working on myself than I have in such a long time, so again - thank you!
xxx
Love all the quotes you post! I screenshot them and create wallpapers out of them bc they serve as great reminders. Much love 🖤
ahhhh 💕 so glad you find them helpful Taela 🤓 which one has been your fave??
Rowena Tsai I have a couple that I happen to incorporate in a little response to a question on Quora: qr.ae/TWKDPw
@@taelashahid6775 oh my God! I just found a kindest person 😍
Love the way u made that person feel better ❤
You’re one of my favorite TH-camrs because you’re so candid. I also alwayssss look forward to the wholesome quotes you use!
🙈💕 APPRECIATE U
I started my Friday morning with this video.😊 Thank you Rowena for sharing these amazing books! Sending some love from Germany.
GOSH THIS HELPED me so much. Just hearing about your "why" and how you got to here and now and really showing how mindfulness can help your recognize your growth, this helped me so much. I recently had to take a break from one of my jobs (I have three jobs and go to school) because my mental health has taken a massive dive, and this is really really helping me through the tail end of my break rn. Thank you Rowena
Thank you again for being you and sharing yourself with us. You always help me understand myself a little more. Here's to always growing and changing and becoming better versions of ourselves!
You’re like the best friend I never had. 🥺 Thank you so much for inspiring me and so many others that are feeling lost in their everyday lives. 🙏 I’m sending you lots of love and support! Keep striving~ ❤️🤗
I’m going to be coming back to this one over and over. Thanks Rowena!
LOVE YOU SO MUCH !!! I have read so many books that you've mentioned or recommended in the past and they've helped me immensely !! you inspire me so much !! added so many of these to my amazon cart
I’m so glad I found this video, such amazing quotes. Can’t wait to read all these amazing books. I’ve always seen you in skincare videos which happens to be one of my passions along with reading. You are me. ❤️
this is honestly one of the most insightful youtube videos I’ve watched in a loong time, thank you so much xx
thank you Francesca 😭💕
I wanted to thank you because this video has made such a significant impact on me. I picked up The Power Of Now bc above all you said it was the book that made you love books and that’s what I was looking for. I always thought of myself as someone who hated reading but since reading that book about 2 months ago I’ve read 5 more (including The Alchemist). I love reading now! Thank you so much for all that you do and helping me to squash a big limiting belief of mine.
I've been looking for books that will answer my questions but I had no idea where to start! I love how you segment these books into categories, it really helps!!!
rowena you inspire me so much omg. I'm crying.
Yes rowena..u have helped me to become better version of myself..u r a source of inspiration to me.i hv been following ur channel for last 1 &1/2 year..and u did great..thank u for being such a wonderful human being.
Came looking for this exact video and i am so happy it actually exists. Started watching your TH-cam channel a couple months ago and i am fascinated by how much you are inspiring me, i have now a list of most of the books you’ve read and plan on asking them as gifts for Xmas. I have found myself reading more non-fiction books, and leaning towards more personal-growth retaliated books. So happy I am in this journey of self-discovery,m and you are a big part of why. Thank you so much Rowena, i wish to meet more people like you en own the road!
I've been waiting for this for so long!!! 😭😭😭 I love seeing the kind of books people i look up to and who inspire me pick up. Not to mention i am always hungry for new book reccomendations 😂😂😂
"this beautiful world of people with brains..."
Hahahah, so relateable.
I read the bullet journal method after seeing your bullet journaling video. I have gotten out of the habit of bullet journaling every day, but the book was super inspiring and helpful. I want to read it again, it has so much meat. It really helps to realize that the point of bullet journaling isn't making elaborate artistic spreads or just to do lists. Love.
I’ve literally been waiting for youuu! You have taught me the importance of having a good morning routine and it’s funny because you are now a part of my morning routine. I always have to watch a Rowena video in order to start my day right 🥰😌
ahh! I feel so lucky to be able to spend your mornings with you 😜💕
I’ve been hoping you’d make this video and here it is TT im so happy
rowena is like my older sister
you have always inspired me with your genuinity and wisdom!!!
I love you so much! Your videos have help me through really dark times and now that I am better, I want to become the best I can be. I’ll definitely check those books, thanks you so much ❤️
Thank you so much for this list! I'm going to be setting out a reading plan for 2020 and I've loved all your previous suggestions so far (The ONE thing really sat with me). Please keep them coming as you come across them! I'm horrible at finding books like this myself and it is truly great to not feel alone ❣️
Thank you Rowena. I needed this. So bad right now. Life is so hard right now. You always cheer me up
I've just finished reading "the power of now" and I loved it, can't wait to read other books from your list, thank you for the recommendations ❤️
You gave me a great list of meaningful and impactful books to start with, just what i was looking for!! Sending lots of love your way!!! Big time grateful thank you!
It's 4am, I got back from my amazing vacation, I'm super jet-lagged, had a mental breakdown because I'm going to start my first "real deal" job next week and also some other stuff I'm sweating about. I then decided to make a cup of tea and that's when I started watching this video of yours. I got SO inspired and I just wanna say you're an amazing person and you made my upcoming days a lot easier and better. Thanks for doing this!!! (Not just this video but your whole channel)
Sending you a lot of love ❤️
Mara
(ps. your hair looks really cute)
you inspire me to be the best version of myself. thank you rowena
Rowena✨ Since the day I know you till today you are so inspiring to me and helping me to become a better version of myself. I am so grateful for all your efforts. Lots of love to you.💕
😭💕 thank you so much Aaditya!
Thank you Rowena. I'm in such a mess rn after a break up of a 3 year and 6 months relationship. Yt recommended your videos and I'm just so grateful that I finally want to focus and work on myself. You are an eye opener.
the video that makes our week better! thank you for so much
Absolutely loved this video, what a treat! And noted down some of the books for me to investigate further. Would definitely welcome more book related content. 💡
I feel so grateful for your channel! ❤️
Amazin video! I have got a very long list not to read. Many thanks Rowena
I just love watching your videos omg literally i can't wait to read theseeee
Thank you so much Ro! I really needed this! 😍
I'd love to hear you talk about the way you analyse and synthesise the information from books. Questioning the content, taking notes, integration into your life etc.
I’m watching this to de-stress from studying for midterms. I can’t wait to check out some of these books!
Thank you so much for this video! It really helped me and I think there are some books which really spoke to me and wandered right to my book wish list!!
I especially loved when you said: "Realizing that all these things we want and desire and time, all that is self imposed. If we created it .. we can undo all of those things. I´m alive and that´s all that matters", this really spoke to the core of me. Thank you so very much!!
Also I´d love to see which books are on your shelf and also which books you have on your tbr! Please make some videos about that, that would be amazing!!
Rowena, you’re so adorable in how you talk about things you’re passionate about!!!
The best video I've ever seen about books
Lots of love and positivity.
XOXO.
Aaaa thank you so much!! I asked for this a lil ago :') You're the sweetest. I'm gonna give it a try to some of these
You are awesome :). I really love your book choices. Thank you for suggesting such books which are helping me a lot in my self-awareness.
i was recently thinking about how i needed a video like this from you and wow 🥺
~ brain sync ~ 😜
I am not a reader but I love to get addicted to a good story or good content. Love the video, Ro!
i’m adding all of these to my tbr list. thanks! ☺️
Ahhhh, love u always, Rowena! 💜
can‘t wait for black friday so i can get some of the books you recommended! really appreciate it how you emphasized the way the books have helped you :) have a nice friday !! ~~
yess let me know which ones you end up getting and what you think of them! 🤓
I like how you compose your video. It's well structured.
Love this so much. Thank you. I loved Outwitting the Devil!!! I mean, I've read many of the books you recommended and I love the way you presented them AND I personally prefer OTD to TAGR. 😍
Thank you rowena! Love you💕✨
thank you so much for this great video, I love your personality and your vibe🥰
Loved this video, so many books added to my wish list ☺️
thanks for the recs Rowena!
Feeling so much of your experience and i think im experiencing what you have experienced!! And just knew that we are both INFJ omg
you give me so many positive vibes 🌹🌹😭😭
YES to all the above: Books on your bookshelf and books on your to read list!
Thank you so much for sharing!
Definetly another book video would b great. Thank u again.
Outwitting the Devil is my jam! So many great nuggets in here, thank you for sharing.
your hair looks so prettyyyyyyyyyyy
One of my goals for 2020 is now to read all the books that Rowena recommended.
You should make a video about how to read books. I notice that when i read a book like power of habit or ikigai, im excited and ready to change my life. but when i finish a book, i forget all of that and go back to being a lazy potato.🥔
I’ve always found your videos so relatable and I found out that you’re also an INFJ! 🤯
Hey! I just want to say thank you for this!!🖤
i literally love you so much, you're like my big sister haha this video truly was the highlight of my entire week!!
m'aww sending you lots of love little sis! 🥰
i've been thankful about how 2019 has turned out to me bc i have been finding myself and my balance ~ most of the time, i become hard at myself bc i'm trying to let it all out. i still haven't found almost all of my answers, but it's a great start to find them by reading and learning to intermittently leave social media.
there are only a handful of youtubers who has helped me grow as a person, and one of them is you, rowena 💖 thank you so much for everything 💖 i never knew that finding myself has been giving me peace.
Can u name the other influencers here so that i can follow too?
@@altantuyamunkhtsetseg6312 hello! some of them are study and productivity-related youtubers! i would highly suggest Ana Mascara (for some psychology behind certain study habits and habits in general), Mariana's Study Corner (anything habit and productivity-forming stuff), and Amy Landino (habits & self-care)!
I love this video really much and I want to read some of these books you have inspired me ❤️
Love videos about books and definitely adding some of these to my tbr
I'm halfway through the video but I have to say my life is in little pieces of glass and hearing you read all these quotes and how these books changed your life makes me tear up i am definitely going to try read some of these thank you>
Thank you so much for this!!! I appreciate you!!!!!
i like how you said you were saving the best book for last but you speak about every book as your best book :]
Hi Ro! A few months ago you recommended a book by Eckhart Tolle "the power of now" and honestly it really changed the way i think about things, it's a really great book! Glad that you did another book recommendations :)
Thank you! I will be waiting for the next video about books inspiring you in 2020, at the end of this year probably? 😚👏 love you!!
Thank you! You inspired me!
Got some of these books on hand... will definitely read the other suggested books :)
if only i can get to your level Rowena! reading these all ASAP
Mitch Albom is my favorite arthur. All his books bring me to tears. I got the two new books are great!
As your fellow INFJ, most of the books we read are quite similar. Thanks for sharing them!
Read '40 Rules of Love' by Elif Shafak. I have a hunch you'll love that too. It helped me to think through a lot of questions I myself had about life, spirituality, religion, and overall relationships.
I love this video, please more like that ❤️
Every one of your videos makes me better
your videos help me so much. thank you
😌💕 appreciate you friend!
Amazing !.. loved it soo much.. thanks for sharing !
Just found your channel, these videos are awesome
Thanks for sharing your read books, a full list for 2020 for me to read.
Super late to watch this. I will read all your book suggestions except The Alchemist I've read that already and it's a good book and one of my favorite "when you want something with all your heart, the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it" and that's why the universe lead me to your TH-cam channel 😊
New sub, really enjoying your content 🙂
While Ro is telling us all of these books I just pause the vid and go to my online bookstore 😂
going to try to read all these books!
Did you consider making a goodreads list about your books? Awesome video, as always x
These books are going to be bomb! I trust her choice 😊
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rowena: BOOKS
me: OK BOS
lmaoo jk i love you rowenaaa. this was such a helpful video. many of the self-help books I've read are those that you've shared before. thank you so so so muchhh
I found you out a few days ago and can I just say I am obsessed
I have an exam in 1 day and I'm not studying 😭