top of page
Search

JULY IS NATIONAL SOCIAL AWARENESS MONTH #4: BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS

Writer's picture: Sarah BlakeSarah Blake

Here are ten highly recommended books about social awareness:


  1. "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates - This critically acclaimed book explores race relations in America through a series of essays written as letters to the author's teenage son.


  1. "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas - A young adult novel that addresses police brutality and racial injustice through the eyes of a 16-year-old protagonist.


  1. "White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism" by Robin DiAngelo - This book examines the defensive reactions white people have when challenged racially and how these reactions maintain racial inequality.


  1. "The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin - A powerful exploration of race in America, consisting of two essays that examine the role of race and racism in American history and society.


  1. "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander - This book argues that the U.S. criminal justice system functions as a contemporary system of racial control.


  1. "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson - An examination of the unspoken caste system that has shaped America and shows how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.


  1. "Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor" by Layla F. Saad - This book challenges readers to confront their own biases and helps white people understand their privilege and participation in white supremacy.


  1. "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone - A young adult novel that follows a Black high school student as he confronts issues of racial profiling and police brutality.


  1. "I Am Malala: The Story of the Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban" by Malala Yousafzai - This memoir tells the inspiring story of a young girl's fight for education and human rights.


  1. "Educated" by Tara Westover - While not explicitly about social awareness, this memoir explores themes of education, family, and self-discovery, offering insights into different social realities.

(perplexity.ai assisted with compiling this list)

These books cover a range of social issues including race, education, inequality, and human rights, providing readers with diverse perspectives on social awareness.


BONUS LIST -  Book recommendations focused on cultivating self-love and nurturing relationships:


1. "The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are" by Brené Brown - Brené Brown explores the power of vulnerability, authenticity, and self-compassion in cultivating a wholehearted life and nurturing meaningful connections with others.


2. "The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts" by Gary Chapman - Gary Chapman identifies five love languages - words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, and physical touch - and explains how understanding and speaking each other's love language can strengthen relationships.


3. "Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love" by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller - This book explores attachment theory and how understanding attachment styles can improve romantic relationships, offering insights into communication, intimacy, and emotional connection.


4. "Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead" by Brené Brown - Brené Brown explores the power of vulnerability as a catalyst for courage, connection, and resilience in all aspects of life, including relationships.


5. "The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert" by John Gottman and Nan Silver - John Gottman, a renowned relationship expert, offers practical advice based on years of research on what makes marriages successful, including communication techniques and conflict resolution strategies.


6. "Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha" by Tara Brach - Tara Brach explores the practice of radical acceptance - fully embracing ourselves and our experiences with compassion and mindfulness - as a path to healing, self-love, and authentic relationships.


7. "Attached to the Invisible: A Novel (The Little Prince)" by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry - In this classic tale, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery through the adventures of the Little Prince and his encounters with various characters on different planets.


8. "Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love" by Dr. Sue Johnson - Dr. Sue Johnson introduces emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and seven transformative conversations that can deepen emotional bonds and foster secure, loving relationships.


9. "The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment" by Eckhart Tolle - Eckhart Tolle explores the importance of living in the present moment and transcending ego-based patterns of thinking and behavior, offering insights into cultivating inner peace, joy, and self-love.


10. "Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar" by Cheryl Strayed - Cheryl Strayed, writing as Dear Sugar, offers compassionate and insightful advice on love, relationships, and navigating life's challenges with courage, vulnerability, and grace.


These books offer valuable insights, practical advice, and inspiration for cultivating self-love, nurturing relationships, and living authentically and wholeheartedly.


To schedule a discovery call - 




1 view0 comments

Recent Posts

See All

Comments


Let's Connect.

Denver, Colorado

Tel: 303-495-1131

Sarah@SarahBlakeConsulting.com

  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

© 2022 by Sarah Blake Consulting, LLC

bottom of page