{"id":147501,"date":"2019-11-07T02:00:49","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T10:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=147501"},"modified":"2020-08-05T13:53:28","modified_gmt":"2020-08-05T20:53:28","slug":"self-care-books","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/self-care-books\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Books to Help You Take Self-Care to the Next Level"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holidays are an excuse to stay indoors with a good book in hand, but they also <a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/mindfulness-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spell out stress<\/a>, which calls for a heaping dose of <a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/how-to-practice-self-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">self-care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Each book below contains insights that can help you unwind, be more productive, and live your best life. Far from your average &#8220;self-help&#8221; read, these winners provide solutions for everything from your diet and relationship to your mind and even your skin health. Read on to discover 10 literary solutions that soothe the mind, body, and soul.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147505\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/image3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161021\/image3.png 705w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161021\/image3-246x222.png 246w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161021\/image3-255x230.png 255w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161021\/image3-610x550.png 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/astrology-for-real-relationships-by-jessica-lanyadoo-t-greenaway-paperback\/-\/A-77126499\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Astrology for Real Relationships<\/em> by essica Lanyadoo and T Greenaway<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>All astrology-lovers will benefit from this hotly-anticipated launch from Girlboss&#8217; resident astrologer, Jessica Lanyadoo. This new year, bring on the love with this cosmic relationship guide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147506\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/81Ywg7tyGFL.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161216\/81Ywg7tyGFL.jpg 1453w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161216\/81Ywg7tyGFL-131x222.jpg 131w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161216\/81Ywg7tyGFL-135x230.jpg 135w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161216\/81Ywg7tyGFL-768x1305.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161216\/81Ywg7tyGFL-359x610.jpg 359w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Light-Magic-Dark-Times-Practices\/dp\/1592338534\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Light Magic for Dark Times<\/em> by Lisa Marie Basile<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The beauty of this mystical self-care manual is the way it enables us to cope through hard times. We&#8217;ve all been there, but Basile guides us back to the light with a manual of easy-to-DIY rituals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147507 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161410\/x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161410\/x300-147x222.jpg 147w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161410\/x300-153x230.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.harpercollins.com\/9780062310606\/the-rockstar-remedy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>The Rockstar Remedy<\/em> by Dr. Gabrielle Francis<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The naturopathic doctor to real-life rockstar shares her philosophy on holistic yet realistic living. Her rockstar remedy will transform your health and your attitude towards healthy lifestyles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147508\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781945796326_p0_v6_s600x595.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161607\/9781945796326_p0_v6_s600x595.jpg 385w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161607\/9781945796326_p0_v6_s600x595-144x222.jpg 144w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161607\/9781945796326_p0_v6_s600x595-149x230.jpg 149w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barnesandnoble.com\/w\/power-shahida-arabi\/1126117766\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Power: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse<\/em> by\u00a0Shahida Arabi<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Arabi&#8217;s insights go far beyond romantic relationships, empowering you to become aware of the toxic relationships that drain you. This is an absolute must-read for you and the entire squad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147509\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/51DUnwdDGUL.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161818\/51DUnwdDGUL.jpg 411w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161818\/51DUnwdDGUL-182x222.jpg 182w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07161818\/51DUnwdDGUL-189x230.jpg 189w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Keto-Diet-Cookbook-Delicious-Hormones\/dp\/0316427187\/ref=sr_1_3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Keto Diet Cookbook<\/em> by Dr. Josh Axe<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in the health benefits of a Keto diet but have no idea where to begin, Dr. Axe&#8217;s new cookbook breaks it down for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147510\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/71QKQ9mwV7L.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162054\/71QKQ9mwV7L.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162054\/71QKQ9mwV7L-148x222.jpg 148w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162054\/71QKQ9mwV7L-154x230.jpg 154w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162054\/71QKQ9mwV7L-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162054\/71QKQ9mwV7L-407x610.jpg 407w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive\/dp\/0062457713\/ref=sr_1_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck<\/em> by Mark Manson<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This should be next on your list if you often find yourself stressed out and trying to force &#8220;positive thinking.&#8221; The must-read sprinkles in jokes along with academic research, making for an entertaining read.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147511\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/81RUChdTxNL.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162249\/81RUChdTxNL.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162249\/81RUChdTxNL-148x222.jpg 148w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162249\/81RUChdTxNL-153x230.jpg 153w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162249\/81RUChdTxNL-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162249\/81RUChdTxNL-407x610.jpg 407w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Game-Desire-Surprising-Secrets-Dominance\/dp\/0062952544\/ref=sr_1_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>The Game of Desire<\/em> by Shan Boodram<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This one&#8217;s for all the single ladies. When the author mentors a group of ladies IRL, she developed tips, insights, and a workbook to help you revamp your luck in the dating world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147512\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/81oqM041cEL.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162359\/81oqM041cEL.jpg 1647w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162359\/81oqM041cEL-147x222.jpg 147w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162359\/81oqM041cEL-153x230.jpg 153w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162359\/81oqM041cEL-768x1156.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07162359\/81oqM041cEL-405x610.jpg 405w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Big-Magic-Creative-Living-Beyond\/dp\/1594634726\/ref=sr_1_2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Big Magic<\/em> by Elizabeth Gilbert<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This author is one of those souls whose truth reverberates throughout the pages. Even if you don&#8217;t share her &#8220;celebrant&#8221; philosophy in life, read this and watch your creativity flow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147514\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/41wWJy1RDFL._SX330_BO1204203200_.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163636\/41wWJy1RDFL._SX330_BO1204203200_.jpg 332w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163636\/41wWJy1RDFL._SX330_BO1204203200_-148x222.jpg 148w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163636\/41wWJy1RDFL._SX330_BO1204203200_-153x230.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Execution-Factor-Skill-Drives-Success-ebook\/dp\/B079ZSGNLC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>The Execution Factor<\/em> by Kim Perell<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Calling all boss babes! If you&#8217;re looking to build up your business savvy skill set, learn from Perell, the acclaimed CEO and angel investor. It&#8217;s true what they say \u2014 empowered women empower women.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147515 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163946\/x300-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163946\/x300-1-166x222.jpg 166w, https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07163946\/x300-1-172x230.jpg 172w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.harpercollins.com\/9780062909138\/glow-from-within\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Glow from Within<\/em> by Joanna Vargas<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The celebrity esthetician is the skin care guru to some Hollywood&#8217;s biggest stars. She shares her expert advice on scoring the complexion of your dreams.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>xx, The FabFitFun Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"The holidays are an excuse to stay indoors with a good book in hand, but ...","author":7532762,"featured_media":147518,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[260],"tags":[],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07165537\/self-care.jpg","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/07165537\/self-care-386x200.jpg","formated_date":"November 7, 2019","category_name":"Life","category_icon":"https:\/\/d3vodd1ws13xud.cloudfront.net\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10113832\/entertainment.svg","author_name":"Jessica Ourisman","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#e26c92","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147501"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7532762"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=147501"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147501\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/147518"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=147501"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=147501"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=147501"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}