Modern Man in Search of a Soul
By Carl G. Jung

This classic book offers an accessible introduction to Carl Jung’s key ideas, including the unconscious, dream analysis, and individuation – the process of becoming more whole and self-aware. Written for a general audience, Jung explores the psychological struggles of modern life and the need for deeper self-understanding. It’s a valuable read for anyone interested in depth psychology or the foundations of Jungian therapy.

Reinventing Your Life
By Jeffrey Young & Janet Klosko

This practical book introduces Schema Therapy – a psychological approach that helps you identify and shift long-standing patterns, or life-traps, that often stem from childhood experiences. Through relatable examples and guided exercises, the authors show how these patterns can impact relationships, self-esteem, and emotional well-being – and how you can begin to manage and change them.

The Brothers Karamazov
By Fyodor Dostoyevsky

A deeply philosophical and psychological novel that explores some of the most enduring questions of human life – faith, free will, guilt, morality, and the search for meaning. Through the emotional and spiritual journeys of three very different brothers, Dostoyevsky examines the tensions between reason and belief, love and resentment, and the inner conflicts that shape us.
While it’s a work of fiction, it offers rich insight into the human psyche and is a powerful companion for those drawn to self-inquiry and existential reflection.

On Becoming a Person
By Carl Rogers

A classic in humanistic psychology, this book explores what it means to grow into your most authentic self. Rogers highlights the importance of empathy, acceptance, and genuine connection in the therapeutic process.
It’s a valuable read for psychologists and anyone interested in self-understanding, emotional growth, and the healing power of a safe relationship.

When the Body Says No
By Gabor Maté

Maté examines the connection between emotional stress and physical illness. Drawing from clinical experience and research, he shows how repressed emotions and chronic stress can manifest in the body.
A valuable read for anyone curious about the mind-body connection and the importance of setting boundaries, expressing needs, and processing emotional pain.

Man’s Search for Meaning
By Viktor Frankl

Psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl reflects on his experience in concentration camps and how the search for meaning helped him and others survive unimaginable suffering. He introduces logotherapy, a therapeutic approach based on the idea that meaning is a central human motivation.
A profound read for anyone exploring purpose, resilience, and the human capacity to find meaning in the face of pain.