resources
I often get asked for podcast and book recommendations, so here are some of my favourites. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
podcasts
The Diary of a CEO, Steve Bartlett
Good for - Honest and brutal conversations around what it actually takes to build the world’s most successful businesses.
Slo Mo, Mo Gawdat
Good for - Inspiring conversations by the world’s greatest happiness thinkers, with an encouraging message at its heart - to take the time to slow down.
Beyond the Self, Africa Brooke
Good for - Brilliant, thought provoking and unfiltered conversations around identity, self-censorship and everything in between.
Huberman Lab, Dr Andrew Huberman
Good for - Understanding the neuroscience behind the brain and how this impacts or controls our perceptions, decisions and our overall health.
productivity & creativity
The Barakah Effect, Mohammed Faris
Good for - Learning how to cultivate a deeper connection with spirituality and harness this concept key to Muslim productivity.
The Surrender Experiment, Michael A. Singer
Good for - A beautiful narration of what is possible when you surrender - ignoring ego-based desires and fears.
The Courage to Create, Rollo May
Good for - Explores the relationship between courage & creativity as well as the tips to enhance the creative process for anyone.
The Creative Act A Way of Being, Rick Rubin
Good for - A must read for any artist or creative, filled with wisdom around how to approach creating your very best art.
mindset & psychology
Mindset, Carol Dweck
Good for - Understanding the differences between a fixed versus growth mindset.
The Third Perspective, Africa Brooke
Good for - Discovering how to navigate challenging conversations and embrace diverse viewpoints, in an increasingly polarised world
The Big Leap, Gay Hendricks
Good for - Exploring the concept of the Zone of Genius, which is where each individual thrives in everything they do.
The Chimp Paradox, Professor Steve Peters
Good for - Understanding neuroscience in a very relatable, digestible way and how to make our brains work in our favour.
The Courage to be Disliked, Fumitake Koga
Good for - Understanding Adlerian psychology, emphasising not being controlled nor identifying with one's past.
Quiet, Susan Cain
Good for - Embracing the power of introversion in a world which seems to constantly value extroverts.
islamic spirituality
The Seerah of the Prophet, Dr Yasir Qadhi
Good for - an in depth historic recollection of the Prophet's life, peace be upon him, and main historical events from his lifetime.
The Power of Dua, Aliyah Umm Raiyaan
Good for - discovering the profound impact and power of sincere prayers to achieve desires and overcome challenges.
Mysteries of the Soul, Abu Bilal Mustafa al-Kanadi
Good for - understanding the Islamic perspective on the soul, both during our lifetimes and what happens when we leave this world.
Secrets of Divine Love, A. Helwa
Good for - uncovering the beauty of divine love and building a transformative relationship with the divine.
business & leadership
Brand Thinking, Debbie Millman
Good for - An eye opening book on what the word “brand” actually entails and so many other interesting topics around the role design, strategy and marketing play within a business.
A Book about Innocent, Innocent
Good for - understanding the ingredients needed to build a successful, thriving multinational business. And the power of never giving up.
Legacy, James Kerr
Good for - The essential traits needed in people to build high achieving, extraordinary teams, based on the story of one of the biggest sports teams in history - the All Blacks.
Start With Why, Simon Sinek
Good for - The importance of knowing your WHY (your purpose) in order to inspire world-changing leadership, with studies of some of the world's greatest leaders from Steve Jobs to Martin Luther King.
escapism & mind openers
Alamut, Vladimir Bartol
A metaphorical story about a mysterious, adored figure who lives at the top of a tower, who very few have actually met, but that everyone dedicates their life to.
The Alchemist, Paul Coelho
A transformative journey of self-discovery, to learn to pursue dreams, listen to our hearts, and recognise the signs that guide us toward our true purpose in life.
1Q84, Haruki Murakami
A fictional story which follows the lives of two characters, destined to meet but that are living in parallel worlds to the rest of their peers around them.
The 40 Rules of Love, Elif Shafak
40 powerful life (& love) lessons we should all aspire to live by, to reach inner peace. A beautifully written novel based on the teachings and poetry of Rumi, the great Sufi mystic.
