Life moves fast, even when it feels like you’re standing still. It just keeps going. And in the middle of everything, it’s easy to forget to feed your mind. But what you listen to really does matter. It shapes how you feel, how you think, and how you show up in the world. Some of the most unexpected moments of clarity have come from a voice in my earbuds saying exactly what I needed to hear.

No matter what this season looks like for you, giving your mind something positive doesn’t have to be hard or take up a ton of time. These stories are here for you on the Libby app for free. They’ll lift you up, challenge your thinking, and help you reconnect with what matters most.

Tina: The Dog Who Changed the World by Niall Harbison

If you’ve ever loved a dog or needed one to love you, this story will hit home. It’s about how one scrappy pup helped a man heal and inspired a movement that’s saving lives. You’ll laugh, cry, and probably want to hug your pet afterward.

The Salt Path by Raynor Winn

After losing their home and facing a devastating diagnosis, a couple decides to walk over 600 miles with nothing but a backpack and each other. This memoir is raw and real, and it reminds you that sometimes the way forward is literally one step at a time.

Free Ride by Noraly Schoenmaker

Ever dream of just taking off and seeing the world on your own terms? Noraly did it on a motorcycle. Her journey is wild, brave, and full of moments that make you want to chase your own version of freedom.

Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata

This one’s a little weird in the best way. It’s for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t quite fit in. Murata’s world is strange and unsettling, but it makes you think deeply about what it means to be human.

The Women by Kristin Hannah

This book will break you open. It follows a young nurse through the Vietnam War and the silence that followed her home. It’s a powerful reminder of the stories we don’t hear and the strength it takes to tell them anyway.

The Boy from the Sea by Garrett Carr

A mysterious boy appears on the shore of a quiet village, and nothing is ever the same. It’s gentle, haunting, and full of that quiet kind of wonder that sneaks up on you.

Nesting by Roisin O'Donnell

This one’s for the moms, the survivors, and anyone who’s ever had to start over. It’s a tender, fierce story about rebuilding a life from the ground up and finding unexpected strength along the way.

Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood

If you’ve ever needed to step away from the noise and just be, this novel will speak to you. It’s slow, contemplative, and quietly powerful like a long exhale you didn’t know you needed.

Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman

This isn’t your typical self-help book. It’s more like a wise friend gently reminding you that it’s okay to be human. Thoughtful, grounding, and full of little truths.

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