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<p>January is officially the month of self improvement, new goals and, eek, resolutions. To empower you to keep the promises you make yourself, these self-help books are here to sort out your life, one chapter at a time. Whether you&#8217;re manifesting love, establishing a better relationship with food, leading your team with grace and swagger, or just trying to keep calm and carry on, here are 11 fresh-start reads to add to basket.</p>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12.jpg" alt="Unprocess your Family Life Transform your family's health with easy unprocessed meals" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Unprocess Your Family Life</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Rob Hobson </em></p><p>We know ultra processed foods are bad (step away from the Deliveroo app), but in a time poor, fast-paced world of juggling, how do we do better? Nutritionist Rob Hobson&#8217;s book <em>Unprocess Your Family Life</em> addresses all the common challenges – different diets, busy schedules, weak spots when convenience takes charge – to give you to the tools to make healthier choices. His new book is not preachy, or an attempt to create trad wives, instead he offers practical tips, easy swaps and there&#8217;s an entire section dedicated to kids and teens. It&#8217;ll be your food bible if you&#8217;re on a mission to reduce UPFs.</p><p>£18.99 (out 2 Jan 2025)</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unprocess-Your-Family-Life-unprocessed/dp/000872962X" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p><p></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/8.jpg" alt="No filters a mother and teenage daughter love story" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">No Filters</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Christie Watson &amp; Rowan Egberongbe</em></p><p>A heartwarming, brutally honest mother-daughter story that explores the ups and downs of mental health, identity, and the chasm between generations. Told through raw conversations and plenty of Snapchat selfies, <em>No Filters</em> is a love story for our digital age. Whether you’re a parent, teenager, or just trying to bridge a generational gap, this book will leave you laughing, crying, and reaching for your phone to message your mum (or your teen).</p><p>£14.24 (out 16 Jan 2025)</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/178474459X" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE ORDER</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1.jpg" alt="The Good Life and How to Live It" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">The Good Life and How to Live It</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Robert Waldinger &amp; Marc Schulz</em></p><p>Move over, Instagram gurus – Harvard’s longest-running study of happiness is here to give you the real scoop on living well. Turns out, it’s not the number of zeroes in your bank account that counts but the strength of your relationships (so maybe text your best mate back?). With over 80 years of research packed into bite-sized wisdom, this book breaks down how strong bonds and emotional connections are the true keys to a fulfilling life. Forget the hustle, let’s connect.</p><p>£14.74</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Life-Lessons-Longest-Happiness/dp/1846046769/ref=asc_df_1846046769/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7.jpg" alt="Little Things by Fearne Cotton" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Little Things</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Fearne Cotton</em></p><p>The queen of calm is back, this time focusing on how the tiniest changes can make the biggest difference when stress hits. Fearne’s mix of practical exercises, expert insights, and personal stories will help you find balance in a world that often feels like it&#8217;s spinning out of control. From mental health tools to daily happiness hacks, you’ll learn to handle stress with grace – and maybe even a bit of joy.</p><p>£7.74</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Things-positive-toolkit-stressful/dp/1785044869/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2.jpg" alt="Reset Your Hoe book" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Reset Your Home</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Lesley Spellman &amp; Ingrid Jansen</em></p><p>Decluttering, but not as you know it. Ingrid and Lesley aren’t just telling you to chuck out old socks – they’re delving deep into the psychological stuff, like why you still have that drawer of random cables (it’s not just “in case”). By resetting your emotional ties to things, you’ll be free to create a calm, clutter-free space where you can finally breathe easy. Tidy home, tidy mind, sweedie.</p><p>£16.99 (out 27 Feb 2025)</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Reset-Your-Home-emotions-clutter/dp/1399416391/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE ORDER</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/3.jpg" alt="The Bright Side why optimism has the power to change the world " /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">The Bright Side</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Sumit Paul-Choudhray</em></p><p>An astrophysicist-turned-journalist telling us to embrace optimism? Count us in. Sumit’s debut offers a fresh take on how irrational optimism may just be the key to surviving this chaotic world. From polar expeditions to civil rights campaigns, he unpacks how hope has powered human resilience through the ages. Think of this book as your new optimistic manifesto – perfect for navigating the modern world without losing your cool (or your sense of humour).</p><p>£20</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bright-Side-Optimists-Power-Change/dp/1838859225/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4.jpg" alt="Meditations for mortals" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Meditations for Mortals</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Oliver Burkeman</em></p><p>Tired of being told you need to “live your best life”? Oliver Burkeman’s back with a book to help you embrace the mess. Forget perfectionism, this four-week retreat of the mind will have you finding meaning in your daily chaos and accepting that life is about embracing imperfection. Whether you&#8217;re conquering the to-do list or letting things slide (on purpose), this is the kind of wisdom that brings sanity back to our high-pressure lives.</p><p>£10.99</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Meditations-Mortals-embrace-limitations-counts/dp/B0D2PNFHCT/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/6.jpg" alt="How tom Lead " /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">How to Lead: Simple, Practical Tools On How To Lead Well</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Kate Waterfall Hill</em></p><p>For those of us navigating the corporate jungle (and the joys of TikTok), Kate’s no-nonsense guide is a game changer. Known for her viral ‘Linda, the Bad Manager’ series, Kate offers relatable, practical leadership advice that you can actually use – no MBA required. Whether you&#8217;re running a small business or trying to lead without losing your mind, this book gets real about what it takes to inspire and manage in the real world.</p><p>£12.99</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Lead-step-step-Founders/dp/B0DJSPVH8K/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/9.jpg" alt="Magnetic" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Magnetic: How to Attract Love, Money, Health &amp; Happiness</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Rochelle Fox</em></p><p>Ready to manifest the life of your dreams? Rochelle Fox has your back. As a meditation guru and personal growth coach, she’s spilling the secrets to unlocking your inner magnetism. With her law of attraction toolkit, you’ll learn how to calm past chaos, make space for new possibilities, and attract everything you desire – whether it&#8217;s love, wealth, or just a bit more peace. Spoiler: it all starts in your mind.</p><p>£17.47</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0241733677" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE ORDER</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/10.jpg" alt="The Burnout Doctor" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">The Burnout Doctor: Your 6-step Recovery Plan</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Dr Claire Ashley</em></p><p>With burnout on the rise (and let&#8217;s be real, we&#8217;re all feeling it), Dr Claire’s guide is a lifesaver. Combining neuroscience with real-life experience, she offers an evidence-based approach to spotting, preventing, and recovering from burnout. It’s packed with practical tips and a healthy dose of empathy to help you thrive at work without sacrificing your mental health. Consider it your burnout survival kit.</p><p>£15.29</p><p><a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/burnout-doctor-9781399412803/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE ORDER</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/11.jpg" alt="The Kitchen Shrink" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">The Kitchen Shrink</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><em>Andrea Oskis</em></p><p>What do food and love have in common? Everything, according to Andrea Oskis. This culinary-meets-psychology masterpiece digs deep into how our relationships with food mirror our relationships with people. From comfort foods to the meals that make us cry, <em>The Kitchen Shrink</em> will make you rethink the emotional power of what’s on your plate – and may even inspire you to cook (and love) a little better.</p><p>£18.99 (out 30 Jan 2025)</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kitchen-Shrink-food-reveals-love/dp/1526678713/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE ORDER</a></p></div></div></div></div>


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