• The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk Groundbreaking book on trauma, how it lives in the body, and pathways to healing. Essential reading for anyone doing deep shadow work.

• When the Body Says No – Gabor Maté Explores the mind-body connection and how suppressed emotions can affect physical and mental health.

• The Untethered Soul – Michael A. Singer A spiritual classic on quieting the mind, releasing negative thought patterns, and living with presence.

• It’s OK That You’re Not OK – Megan Devine A compassionate guide to grief and loss that validates every emotion without toxic positivity.

• Shadow Work Journal & Workbook – Keila Shaheen (or our own free version) Practical tools for exploring your shadow and integrating hidden parts of yourself.

• The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle

• Radical Acceptance – Tara Brach

• Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents – Lindsay C. Gibson

• Maybe You Should Talk to Someone – Lori Gottlieb (warm, insightful therapy stories)

• The Holistic Psychologist (Dr. Nicole LePera) – Books & content on self-healing

• Australian Psychological Society (APS) – aps.org.au (excellent fact sheets)

• Black Dog Institute – blackdoginstitute.org.au (mood disorders, science-based info)

• Beyond Blue Learning Hub – Free courses and articles

• TED Talks on Mental Health (search: Brené Brown, Johann Hari, etc.)

• The Holistic Psychologist YouTube channel (boundaries, reparenting, self-healing)

• Trauma-Informed Mindfulness resources from Sounds True

• The Holistic Psychologist Podcast

• On Purpose – Jay Shetty

• Unlocking Us – Brené Brown

• Where Should We Begin? – Esther Perel

Start with whatever feels lightest. You don’t need to read everything at once. One chapter, one article, or one podcast episode can be enough on difficult days.

Pro Tip: Keep a journal beside you while reading or listening. Write down any insights or feelings that arise — this turns knowledge into transformation.

These resources are for educational and self-empowerment purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional therapy, counselling, or medical treatment. If you need personalised support, please reach out to the helplines in our Global Telephone Resources.