Book of The Month

Curated monthly
by the team at Shaping Destiny
for minds that lead, and hearts that heal.

The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work

Author: Dr John Gottman & Nan Silver

Drawing on decades of research, Gottman explains the habits that strengthen lasting relationships and offers practical strategies for managing conflict and deepening friendship.
Recommended for: Marriage • Couples • Communication • Conflict resolution

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Books From Past Months

Mental Health, Therapy & Emotional Wellbeing

The Body Keeps the Score
Author: Bessel van der Kolk, MD
An influential exploration of how trauma impacts the brain, body, emotions, relationships and how healing can happen through compassionate, evidence-based approaches.
Recommended for: Trauma • PTSD • Emotional healing • Recovery

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone
Author: Lori Gottlieb
A therapist’s honest and compassionate journey through therapy, exploring vulnerability, healing, human connection, and the courage to seek support.
Recommended for: Therapy • Self-reflection • Emotional growth • Relationships

Executive Leadership Performance, Behaviour & Culture

Relationships, Marriage & Attachment

Trauma, Childhood & Recovery

Stories That Inspire & Heal

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Author: Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD
A powerful guide to understanding how emotionally unavailable parenting can influence self-esteem, relationships, boundaries, and emotional wellbeing.
Recommended for: Childhood wounds • Relationships • Boundaries

The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog
Author: Bruce D. Perry, MD & Maia Szalavitz
A collection of clinical stories illustrating how childhood trauma shapes development and how healing relationships can transform lives.
Recommended for: Childhood trauma • Attachment • Recovery • Mental health professionals

Hold Me Tight
Author: Dr Sue Johnson
Based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), this compassionate guide helps couples understand the emotional patterns behind conflict and build deeper, more secure relationships.
Recommended for: Couples • Emotional intimacy • Communication • Attachment

Personal Growth & Life Transitions

The Burnout Epidemic
Author: Jennifer Moss
A compelling exploration of why workplace burnout has become so widespread, explaining how organisational culture, leadership, and work design drive chronic stress.
Recommended for: Executive burnout • Workplace wellbeing • Leadership • Organisational culture

Dare to Lead
Author: Brené Brown
Drawing on years of research, Brené Brown demonstrates how courage, vulnerability, empathy, and trust are essential qualities for effective and authentic leadership.
Recommended for: Leadership • Emotional intelligence • Courage • Psychological safety

The Road Less Travelled
Author: M. Scott Peck, MD
A classic exploration of discipline, love, spirituality, and psychological growth.
Recommended for: Personal growth • Relationships • Meaning • Emotional maturity

To Kill A Mocking Bird
Author: Harper Lee
A timeless novel examining justice, prejudice, empathy, courage, and moral development through the eyes of a child.
Recommended for: Empathy • Ethics • Social justice • Personal values

Man's Search for Meaning
Author: Viktor E. Frankl
A timeless reflection on resilience, purpose, and finding meaning even during life's most difficult experiences.
Recommended for: Loss • Grief • Resilience • Personal growth • Life transition

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