Students experience different stages of growth for Pre-primary to Universities but Personal Growth is one of the key aspects that shape a student’s life. Some of the personal growth skills include and are not limited to; communication skills like networking and public speaking. Productivity skills like creativity and problems among others. One of the ways students can attain information on these disciplines is through reading. This article explores the top 5 books that can every student can utilize to improve on the way they interact with peers and how they tackle challenges. This helps set life lasting foundations for the students life towards personal improvement during and after school.
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Just like the name states, Atomic Habits emphasizes how small and consistent steps can accumulate to very big results. It generally covers the power of compounding as a momentum builder for success. This literature is perfect for students at all levels of Education aiming at developing good habits for example beating procrastination and guides you on how to break the bad ones as well. Focused on how small, consistent changes can lead to big results, this book is perfect for students looking to develop good habits while breaking bad ones. It emphasizes the power of compounding growth and how tiny habits can build momentum for success.
Practical Example: If a student wants to improve their study habits like doing their research on time, they can use a technique known as habit stacking. Lets say a student often takes coffee before bed time, they could try to research simultaneously as they take the tea. This habit over time leads to significant results.
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
In this fast growing world, technology has faded out face-to-face communication as people now prefer online to physical interactions hence a decline in an essential skill. This book helps rebuild this skill as it teaches students on how to effectively communicate and earn the attention of others. It also gives tips on how to build meaningful relationships and create a positive environment for others; in and outside school.
Practical Example: Let’s consider a student looking for an internship spot for a course unit at compass. Instead of asking for direct favors, the student can utilize the Principle of becoming Genuinely interested in the other party. This can be achieved by taking time to understand the goals and values of the people they meet, ensuring formation of a lasting and authentic relationship, maybe retaining them full time.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
This timeless classic by Stephen R. Covey is a must have too for students at all levels. It covers principles of Productive Success Habits like Effective Time management, goal setting among others. Students can apply these principles in the way they manage their day-to-day activities and how they set their academic and life goals.
Practical Example: Students struggling with Goal Setting can apply the second habit in the book. “Begin with the end in mind”. Then break down these goals into simpler tasks. Consider a student preparing for the semistar’s final exams. You can create weekly study plans that align with your target and then to daily targets such that over time, you are able to achieve your overall goal.
The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma
This Self Help classic focuses on the benefits of waking up early. It dives into different morning routines and their benefits. Students can utilize techniques like morning exercise and increased concentration to maximize productivity, reduce stress levels and better time management.
Practical Example: Consider a student who wakes up at 5:00 AM. They can entirely use the first two hours of their day for personal growth. Jog for 30 minutes, journal and plan your day for 30 minutes and then focus on your studies before your day begins. This emphasizes productive mornings hence a step towards personal growth.
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck
In this book, Carol focuses on distinguishing the beliefs rotating around a growth and fixed mindset and how each affects our chances of success. This piece of literature is essential for students as it helps them rethink how they react and respond to setbacks in their lives. If you want to develop a resilient and growth mindset in your studies, consider adding this to your shelf.
Practical Example: Consider two students who have received their poor grades in the same exam. A student with a growth mindset would look for ways on how they can perform better in the next exam and look at failure as a learning opportunity rather than a setback. They can achieve this through asking for help, looking for corrections before the next test. On the other hand, the other student would get demoralized.
Conclusion
The above are the top books that every student should own no matter the level. They contain information and practical guides to grow or apply different skills that are essential in a student’s journey. Books like Atomic Habits ensure that a student acquires better habits like discipline and time management and also ensures the importance of small actionable steps towards a major goal. These books ensure breadth of Self Confidence, enhanced self awareness and better problem solving skills all which are essential in a students life. Which is your favourite Self Help book? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
So true