The Bookshelf

The Way of the Superior Man – David Deida

This book will challenge the way you look at women and your relationships. If you constantly get into relationships that fail, The Way of the Superior Man can show you the reasons behind it.

But like the name already suggests, it will help you to become a better man no matter what, even if you’re single. This book will definitely give you a new outlook on your dating life and therefore is highly recommended for everyone.

Fire in the Belly – Sam Keen

Fire in the Belly gives you an insight into how to become a better man by tackling topics like work, family, and sex. It analyzes a man’s role in society and can offer an answer to the question “what defines us as men?”. If you are a person who wants to understand what it means to be a man in the modern world, this book might guide you in the right direction.

King, Warrior, Magician, Lover – Moore/Gillette

In this book, Moore and Gillette talk about the four archetypes that shape the everyday man. To a certain degree, we all have these in us and they constantly interact with each other. This book will tell you about what these archetypes represent in the different stages of your life and what positive and negative aspects they bring. Recommended for guys who want to get in touch with their masculinity.

No More Mr. Nice Guy – Robert A. Glover

If you can never seem to get the girls you want and always feel that others treat you unfairly, this book will really show you where you’re going wrong. Glover goes into great detail about why being a nice guy is not a good thing and how you can cure yourself of the “Nice Guy Syndrome”. Definitely worth a read for everyone who is just too damn nice.

The War of Art – Steven Pressfield

The War of Art is an inspirational book that highlights these inner demons that can hold you back from achieving the things you always dreamed about. It’s an excellent read when you still struggle to understand why you stay in the same spot and can’t find the motivation to move on. Get this book, if you encounter resistance in everything you do and can’t seem to find a way out.

The Willpower Instinct – Kelly McGonigal

Don’t you just lack the willpower to do anything on some days? Well, this book will not only help you to overcome this hurdle, it will also give you a better understanding of why this is happening to you. The Willpower Instinct can benefit guys, who always fall back into the old ways or have a hard time to push themselves. Definitely something for everyone.

The Charisma Myth – Olivia Fox Cabane

Charisma isn’t just something that you are born with. As you can already guess from the title, this book challenges the standard view of charisma and treats it as a skill set to be cultivated. It’s highly recommended for guys who have a hard time reading social cues and want to become more charismatic.

Lullaby – Chuck Palahniuk

Lullaby, written by Chuck Palahniuk, tells the story of an author who finds a “culling song” and starts using it on others. Lullaby is on this list because it’s filled with thought-provoking quotes and rants against modernity and consumerism. This book can be interesting for guys who enjoyed the movie Fight Club.

The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist is a story of young shepherd Santiago’s travels through the world and search for his identity by observing the world around him. This could be seen as a metaphor for every man’s struggle to break from his limitations and pursue his dreams. The alchemist is a great motivational story of how hard work and perseverance will get you to your goals.