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{"found_url":"https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness","crawl_time":1776093542,"first_indexed_time":1633375382,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,greatist!\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness s443","src_root_hash":"81555952114979880","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The 16 Best Books on Mindfulness","meta_descriptions":["Need help living more mindfully? We’ve rounded up the best books on mindfulness to help you on your journey."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Cultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required.\nWe’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on\nmindfulness\n, which focus on activities from\nbaking bread\nand\nplanting seeds\nto cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm.\nWith a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos.\nThough the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting\nmeditation\n, develop all your senses, perform\nmindful movement\n, process difficult\nemotions\n, host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life.\nPrice:\n$$\nIt’s true that\nmindfulness\nisn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with\ncrafts\n, keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness.\nThis book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the\nscreens\n, away from your\nanxious thoughts\n, and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more.\nPrice:\n$\nCalling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your\ngarden\nor in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a\nwoodland trail\n.\nJoann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year.\nPrice:\n$$\nIf you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn.\nThe book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool.\nPrice:\n$$\nThrough the healing practice of\njournaling\n, this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path.\nThe\nMindful Living Journal\ninvites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the\nMindful Living card deck\nto enhance your practice even further.\nPrice:\n$\nMany people are discovering how therapeutic the process of\nbreadmaking\ncan be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious\nbread\nas a result!\nThis book is part\ncookbook\n, part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!).\nPrice:\n$$\nAre you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges.\nThis inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras.\nPrice:\n$$\nShort on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health.\nThis kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday\nmindfulness practices\nthat fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment.\nPrice:\n$$\nMindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations,\ngentle yoga\n, breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively.\nYou can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush.\nPrice:\n$$$\nStress\ncan manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being.\nThis book covers the very basics of mindfulness and\nmeditation\n, plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent.\nPrice:\n$\nMarketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness.\nIt touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness.\nPrice:\n$$\nIf you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking.\nOne\nreviewer\nwrites that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.”\nPrice:\n$\nThis new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program.\nYou’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas.\nPrice:\n$\nIf you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. These pages leave you space to write, draw, find joy, and live a slower, more peaceful life every. single. day.\nFrom the author, who is an Ayurveda therapist and the editor of indie mindfulness magazine Oh, you’ll learn all kinds of ways to find joy in daily things like listening to birdsong, creating your own morning motto, and appreciating the steam rolling off that cup of tea.\nPrice:\n$$\nMindfulness\nis a practice you can bring to any aspect of life, including eating. If you’re looking to change your relationship with food and develop healthier, more conscious eating habits, then mindfulness can help.\nNutritionist Michelle Babb guides readers in cultivating a positive eating mindset with mindfulness practices specific to mealtimes. Plus, the book includes 30\nvegetarian recipes\nto help you engage all your senses.\nPrice:\n$$\nThis last one isn’t\ntechnically\na book, but it is a valuable (and fun!) item to have in your mindfulness toolkit. This cute little round box includes six wooden dice with 36 different soothing mindfulness practice prompts on them, plus an accompanying instruction booklet. Each die represents a different category of prompts: meditations, mantras, movements, breath work, journaling, and self-care goals.\nThere are thousands of possibilities, but we recommend starting out by rolling just one or two dice at a time. It’s an easy, interactive way to practice mindfulness.\nPrice:\n$$$","attrs_markdown":"- Health & Wellness\n  Wellness\n  \n  - [Women's Health](https:\/\/greatist.com\/womens-health)\n  - [Men's Health](https:\/\/greatist.com\/mens-health)\n  - [Mental Health](https:\/\/greatist.com\/program\/mental-health)\n  - [Sexual Health](https:\/\/greatist.com\/program\/sex-guide)\n  - [Relationships](https:\/\/greatist.com\/program\/greatist-loves)\n  - [Skin & Hair](https:\/\/greatist.com\/beauty)\n  - [Sleep](https:\/\/greatist.com\/program\/sleep)\n  - [CBD](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/full-spectrum-cbd)\n  - [Home](https:\/\/greatist.com\/home)\n  - [Pets](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/introduction-to-pet-parenting)\n  - [Weight Loss](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/weight-loss-in-your-30s)\n  - [Travel](https:\/\/greatist.com\/program\/greatist-guide-outdoors)\n  \n  Health Conditions\n  \n  - [ADHD](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/three-types-adhd)\n  - [Allergies](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/cold-vs-allergies-how-can-you-tell)\n  - 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Whether you’re looking for your next inspiration or a gift for that bookish someone, we’ve got you covered with these roundups, reviews, and more.\n\nWe include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. [Here’s our process](https:\/\/greatist.com\/about\/product-selection-process)\n\nOn this page\n\n![books on mindfulness](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/260334-16-Mindfulness-Books-to-Improve-Your-Well-Being-in-2021-1296x728-Header-87d9c4.jpg)\n\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2F260334-16-Mindfulness-Books-to-Improve-Your-Well-Being-in-2021-1296x728-Header-87d9c4.jpg&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nCultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required.\n\nWe’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on [mindfulness](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to\/), which focus on activities from [baking bread](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/science-of-baking\/) and [planting seeds](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/beginners-guide-to-gardening\/) to cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm.\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/10\/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)Greatist Reads](https:\/\/greatist.com\/content-series\/greatist-reads\/)\n\n### The best 16 books on mindfulness\n1. [*The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#chaos)\n2. [*Craft Your Own Happy: A Collection of 25 Creative Projects to Craft Your Way to Mindfulness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#crafthappy)\n3. [*Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#growingmindful)\n4. [*Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#starwars)\n5. [*Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#mindfullivingjournal)\n6. [*Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#bread)\n7. [*Island Mindfulness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#island)\n8. [*Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#quickcalm)\n9. [*An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#artfulpath)\n10. [*Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#100simple)\n11. [*Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#happy)\n12. [*Outsmart Negative Thinking: Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#outsmart)\n13. [*Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#practicing)\n14. [*Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#reclaimjoy)\n15. [*Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses*](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#mindfuleating)\n16. [Chronicle Books Mindfulness Dice](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-on-mindfulness#dice)\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/10\/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)Greatist Reads](https:\/\/greatist.com\/content-series\/greatist-reads\/)\n\n### Pricing guide\nAll prices are for physical books. Here’s how the pricing breakdown works:\n\n**\\$** = under \\$12  \n**\\$\\$** = \\$12–\\$20  \n**\\$\\$\\$** = over \\$20\n\n## [1\\.]() [*The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness* by Aimee L. Morgan](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chaos-Antidote-Fable-About-Mindfulness\/dp\/1734796634?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=e6e0c1784fc4386230a70f647e0981b6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n![The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/GRT-260334-1.The-Chaos-Antidote.png)\n\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-1.The-Chaos-Antidote.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nWith a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos.\n\nThough the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting [meditation](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/mindfulness-meditation\/), develop all your senses, perform [mindful movement](https:\/\/greatist.com\/happiness\/mindfulness-activities\/), process difficult [emotions](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/list-of-emotions\/), host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chaos-Antidote-Fable-About-Mindfulness\/dp\/1734796634?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=e6e0c1784fc4386230a70f647e0981b6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [2\\.]() [*Craft Your Own Happy: A Collection of 25 Creative Projects to Craft Your Way to Mindfulness* by Becci Mai Ford](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Craft-Your-Own-Happy-mindfulness\/dp\/1526747391?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f4a461c55337f936ef4c8d2083a4ca78&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n![Craft Your Own Happy: A collection of 25 creative projects to craft your way to mindfulness](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/GRT-260334-2.Craft-Your-Own-Happy.png)\n\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-2.Craft-Your-Own-Happy.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nIt’s true that [mindfulness](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/what-is-mindfulness\/) isn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with [crafts](https:\/\/greatist.com\/happiness\/creative-projects-for-mood-and-brain\/), keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness.\n\nThis book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the [screens](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-apps-prevent-digital-eye-strain\/), away from your [anxious thoughts](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/meditation-for-anxiety\/), and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n[**Buy *Craft Your Own Happy* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Craft-Your-Own-Happy-mindfulness\/dp\/1526747391?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f4a461c55337f936ef4c8d2083a4ca78&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [3\\.]() [*Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness* by Joann Calabrese](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Growing-Mindful-Explorations-Garden-Awareness\/dp\/0738764779?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=04b6bc40657807c69cb21bbe4e3ef427&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n![Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/GRT-260334-3.Growing-Mindful.png)\n\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-3.Growing-Mindful.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nCalling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your [garden](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/gardening-masterclass-ron-finley-learn-how-to-grow-food\/) or in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a [woodland trail](https:\/\/greatist.com\/fitness\/hiking-trails-near-me-day-hikes-with-best-views\/).\n\nJoann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Growing-Mindful-Explorations-Garden-Awareness\/dp\/0738764779?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=04b6bc40657807c69cb21bbe4e3ef427&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/10\/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)More in Greatist ReadsView All](https:\/\/greatist.com\/content-series\/greatist-reads\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/03\/551233-10-Cookbooks-to-Liven-Up-Your-Kitchen-for-Spring-2022-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/)\n\n[10 Cookbooks to Liven Up Your Kitchen for Spring 2022](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/557353-Its-Good-to-Be-Green-13-Books-to-Bring-You-Closer-to-Nature-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/)\n\n[It’s Good to Be Green: 13 Books to Bring You Closer to Nature](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/03\/Millennial-foodies-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/)\n\n[A Literary Feast: 9 Food Memoirs You’ll Want to Devour](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n## [**4\\.**]() **[*Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace* by Amy Ratcliff](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1797205935?tag=healthline-subtag-20)**\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-4.Star-Wars.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nIf you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn.\n\nThe book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n[**Buy *Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1797205935?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [**5\\.**]() **[*Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life* by Katie Rose](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindful-Living-Journal-Katie-Rose\/dp\/1925924475?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=ddcfebb3f5108a07b920d67004147b4b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)**\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-5.Mindful-Living-Journal%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nThrough the healing practice of [journaling](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/bullet-journal-how-to\/), this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path.\n\nThe *Mindful Living Journal* invites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the [Mindful Living card deck](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindful-Living-Inspiration-Cards-Katie\/dp\/1925924599\/6BAMDW5HZY7?ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) to enhance your practice even further.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n[**Buy *Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindful-Living-Journal-Katie-Rose\/dp\/1925924475?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=ddcfebb3f5108a07b920d67004147b4b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [6\\.]() [*Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread* by Pauline Beaumont](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bread-Therapy-Mindful-Art-Baking\/dp\/0358519039?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=6f8677b07a12507cada90e37144c7970&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-6.Bread-Therapy-The-Mindful-Art-of-Making-Bread%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nMany people are discovering how therapeutic the process of [breadmaking](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-healthy-bread\/) can be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious [bread](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-gluten-free-bread\/) as a result\\!\n\nThis book is part [cookbook](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/plant-based-cookbook\/), part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!).\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n[**Buy *Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bread-Therapy-Mindful-Art-Baking\/dp\/0358519039?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=6f8677b07a12507cada90e37144c7970&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [7\\.]() [*Island Mindfulness* by Janet Autherine](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Island-Mindfulness-Transformational-Create-Abundant\/dp\/0991200020?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=18d33edb0c0205057d1c3f8503e7f9d6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-7.Island-Mindfulness%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nAre you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges.\n\nThis inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *Island Mindfulness* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Island-Mindfulness-Transformational-Create-Abundant\/dp\/0991200020?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=18d33edb0c0205057d1c3f8503e7f9d6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [8\\.]() [*Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience* by Jennifer R. Wolkin, PhD](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quick-Calm-Meditations-Short-Circuit-Neuroscience\/dp\/1684036089?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=90de4df9b722a86cf3f49ebf579205b9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-8.Quick-Calm.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nShort on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health.\n\nThis kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday [mindfulness practices](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to\/) that fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n[**Buy *Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quick-Calm-Meditations-Short-Circuit-Neuroscience\/dp\/1684036089?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=90de4df9b722a86cf3f49ebf579205b9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [9\\.]() [*An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment* by Janet Slom, MFA](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Artful-Path-Mindfulness-MBSR-Based-Activities\/dp\/1684034930?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f64e639d839bfff929f1c6af547633ac&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-9.An-Artful-Path-to-Mindfulness.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nMindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations, [gentle yoga](https:\/\/greatist.com\/fitness\/easy-yoga-poses\/), breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively.\n\nYou can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Artful-Path-Mindfulness-MBSR-Based-Activities\/dp\/1684034930?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f64e639d839bfff929f1c6af547633ac&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [10\\.]() [*Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace* by Denise G. Dempsey, M.Ed](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindfulness-Meditations-Stress-Practices-Tension\/dp\/1647399017?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=c9f65939caff3b4d50b6f3edac7e93d4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-10.Mindfulness-Meditations-for-Stress.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\n[Stress](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/can-stress-make-you-sick) can manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being.\n\nThis book covers the very basics of mindfulness and [meditation](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/meditation-for-anxiety\/), plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n[**Buy *Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindfulness-Meditations-Stress-Practices-Tension\/dp\/1647399017?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=c9f65939caff3b4d50b6f3edac7e93d4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [11\\.]() [*Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness* by Nicola Edwards](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Happy-Beginners-Mindfulness-Nicola-Edwards\/dp\/0593121198?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=01fe0ed5969de2d66a57148e8f4e8805&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-11.Happy-A-Beginners-Book-of-Mindfulness.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nMarketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness.\n\nIt touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Happy-Beginners-Mindfulness-Nicola-Edwards\/dp\/0593121198?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=01fe0ed5969de2d66a57148e8f4e8805&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [12\\.]() [*Outsmart Negative Thinking: Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness* by Nic Saluppo](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Mindfulness-Experience\/dp\/B08SB53WW7?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=cf2e9fd61c8b51dcb2e5719b624da1c5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-12.Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Simple-Mindfulness-Methods.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nIf you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking.\n\nOne [reviewer](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/customer-reviews\/R219UVT4PVZVC0\/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B08SB53WW7&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) writes that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.”\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n**[Buy *Outsmart Negative Thinking* *Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Mindfulness-Experience\/dp\/B08SB53WW7?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=cf2e9fd61c8b51dcb2e5719b624da1c5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [13\\.]() [*Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life* by Jerry Braza](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/080485260X?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-13.Practicing-Mindfulness-Finding-Calm-and-Focus-in-Your-Everyday-Life.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nThis new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program.\n\nYou’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n[**Buy *Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/080485260X?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [14\\.]() [*Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day* by Emine Rushton](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0711261733?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-14.-Reclaim-Joy-A-guided-journal-to-discover-simple-pleasures-every-day.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nIf you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. These pages leave you space to write, draw, find joy, and live a slower, more peaceful life every. single. day.\n\nFrom the author, who is an Ayurveda therapist and the editor of indie mindfulness magazine Oh, you’ll learn all kinds of ways to find joy in daily things like listening to birdsong, creating your own morning motto, and appreciating the steam rolling off that cup of tea.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n[**Buy *Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day* online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0711261733?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n## [15\\.]() [*Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses* by Michelle Babb](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mastering-Mindful-Eating-Transform-Relationship\/dp\/1632172941?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=658cbdbb0d314f7460017644d95ce630&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-15.Mastering-Mindful-Eating.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\n[Mindfulness](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/mindful-eating\/) is a practice you can bring to any aspect of life, including eating. If you’re looking to change your relationship with food and develop healthier, more conscious eating habits, then mindfulness can help.\n\nNutritionist Michelle Babb guides readers in cultivating a positive eating mindset with mindfulness practices specific to mealtimes. Plus, the book includes 30 [vegetarian recipes](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/international-vegetarian-recipes-around-the-world\/) to help you engage all your senses.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n**[Buy *Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses* online.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mastering-Mindful-Eating-Transform-Relationship\/dp\/1632172941?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=658cbdbb0d314f7460017644d95ce630&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)**\n\n## [16\\.]() [Chronicle Books Mindfulness Dice](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chronicle-Books-Mindfulness-Dice\/dp\/1797204688?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=a3c1c1c46ddac20cb6913b0f4546d057&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n[Share on Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-16.Chronicle-Books-Mindfulness-Dice%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\nThis last one isn’t *technically* a book, but it is a valuable (and fun!) item to have in your mindfulness toolkit. This cute little round box includes six wooden dice with 36 different soothing mindfulness practice prompts on them, plus an accompanying instruction booklet. Each die represents a different category of prompts: meditations, mantras, movements, breath work, journaling, and self-care goals.\n\nThere are thousands of possibilities, but we recommend starting out by rolling just one or two dice at a time. It’s an easy, interactive way to practice mindfulness.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\\$\n\n[**Buy Chronicle Books Mindfulness Dice online.**](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chronicle-Books-Mindfulness-Dice\/dp\/1797204688?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=a3c1c1c46ddac20cb6913b0f4546d057&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/10\/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)More in Greatist ReadsView All](https:\/\/greatist.com\/content-series\/greatist-reads\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/03\/551233-10-Cookbooks-to-Liven-Up-Your-Kitchen-for-Spring-2022-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/)\n\n[10 Cookbooks to Liven Up Your Kitchen for Spring 2022](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/557353-Its-Good-to-Be-Green-13-Books-to-Bring-You-Closer-to-Nature-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/)\n\n[It’s Good to Be Green: 13 Books to Bring You Closer to Nature](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n[![](https:\/\/media.post.rvohealth.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/03\/Millennial-foodies-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/)\n\n[A Literary Feast: 9 Food Memoirs You’ll Want to Devour](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/)\n\nBy Naomi Wilde, MFA\n\n[FEEDBACK:]()\n\n## must reads\n- [10 Cookbooks to Liven Up Your Kitchen for Spring 2022](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [It’s Good to Be Green: 13 Books to Bring You Closer to Nature](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [A Literary Feast: 9 Food Memoirs You’ll Want to Devour](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [12 Books to Read in Celebration of Black History Month — Plus an Interview with Vegan Soul Food Author, Rene Johnson](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/12-books-for-black-history-month\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [7 Books and Journals to Help You (Finally) Get Organized This Year\\!](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-and-journals-to-get-organized-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n\n### Read this next\n- [10 Cookbooks to Liven Up Your Kitchen for Spring 2022](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [Check out our favorite pop culture and culinary wellness cookbooks so far this year.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-spring-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [It’s Good to Be Green: 13 Books to Bring You Closer to Nature](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [From flower-filled recipes and connecting with your spiritual self in the garden to learning about the issues of animal trafficking, there may be…](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/best-nature-books\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [A Literary Feast: 9 Food Memoirs You’ll Want to Devour](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [We (armchair) traveled and (vicariously) tasted food from around the world to find you the most recent, delicious book recs.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-food-memoirs-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [12 Books to Read in Celebration of Black History Month — Plus an Interview with Vegan Soul Food Author, Rene Johnson](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/12-books-for-black-history-month\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [In honor of Black History Month, and to celebrate Black voices across multiple genres, we’ve put together a list of a dozen new titles that have…](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/12-books-for-black-history-month\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/12-books-for-black-history-month\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [7 Books and Journals to Help You (Finally) Get Organized This Year\\!](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-and-journals-to-get-organized-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [These great reads have the pro tips and how-tos to get you organized and back on track.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-and-journals-to-get-organized-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/books-and-journals-to-get-organized-2022\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [7 Hot Holiday Novels That Are Best Read Under the Mistletoe](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-holiday-romance-novels-of-2021\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [From sweet romances to hot page-turners, there’s something for everyone who likes to crush during their Christmas.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-holiday-romance-novels-of-2021\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-holiday-romance-novels-of-2021\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [Greatist Escapes: 20 of the Best Fantasy and Sci-Fi Novels in 2021](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-fantasy-and-sci-fi-novels-of-2021\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [For folks looking to escape down a sci-fi and fantasy rabbit hole, here are our picks for the year’s best out-of-this-world novels.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-fantasy-and-sci-fi-novels-of-2021\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  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We found the best books and products to help light the way when getting started with rituals on your…](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-books-for-self-care-rituals\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-books-for-self-care-rituals\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [These 8 New Cookbooks Will Make Your Summer Sizzle](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-summer-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [Check out our picks for the best summer cookbooks — with everything from the best charcuterie and desserts to the ultimate plant-based and healthy…](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-summer-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-summer-cookbooks\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n- [Bring ’Em to the Beach: 9 Light and Romantic Books to Pop in Your Tote](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-books-for-the-beach\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [Whether you're lounging by the ocean or soaking up the sun at the local lake, these 9 romance novels are the perfect beach companions.](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-books-for-the-beach\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n  \n  [READ MORE](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-books-for-the-beach\/?utm_source=ReadNext)\n\n© 2026 Greatist, a Healthline Media Company. 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[See additional information](https:\/\/greatist.com\/about\/health-information-disclaimers).\n\n[About](https:\/\/www.healthlinemedia.com\/?utm_source=greatist.com&utm_medium=site&utm_campaign=footer&utm_content=about)[Careers](https:\/\/rvohealth.com\/careers)[Advertise with us](https:\/\/www.healthlinemedia.com\/advertise?utm_source=greatist.com&utm_medium=site&utm_campaign=footer&utm_content=advertise)\n\nOUR BRANDS\n\n[Healthline](https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/)[Medical News Today](https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/)[Greatist](https:\/\/greatist.com\/)[Psych Central](https:\/\/psychcentral.com\/)[Bezzy](https:\/\/bezzy.com\/)\n\n![](http:\/\/b.scorecardresearch.com\/p?c1=2&c2=38584006&cv=3.9&cj=1&comscorekw=main)","attrs_readable_markdown":"Cultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required.\n\nWe’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on [mindfulness](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to\/), which focus on activities from [baking bread](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/science-of-baking\/) and [planting seeds](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/beginners-guide-to-gardening\/) to cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm.\n\n##\nWith a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos.\n\nThough the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting [meditation](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/mindfulness-meditation\/), develop all your senses, perform [mindful movement](https:\/\/greatist.com\/happiness\/mindfulness-activities\/), process difficult [emotions](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/list-of-emotions\/), host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nIt’s true that [mindfulness](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/what-is-mindfulness\/) isn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with [crafts](https:\/\/greatist.com\/happiness\/creative-projects-for-mood-and-brain\/), keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness.\n\nThis book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the [screens](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-apps-prevent-digital-eye-strain\/), away from your [anxious thoughts](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/meditation-for-anxiety\/), and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n##\nCalling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your [garden](https:\/\/greatist.com\/live\/gardening-masterclass-ron-finley-learn-how-to-grow-food\/) or in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a [woodland trail](https:\/\/greatist.com\/fitness\/hiking-trails-near-me-day-hikes-with-best-views\/).\n\nJoann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nIf you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn.\n\nThe book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nThrough the healing practice of [journaling](https:\/\/greatist.com\/grow\/bullet-journal-how-to\/), this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path.\n\nThe *Mindful Living Journal* invites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the [Mindful Living card deck](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mindful-Living-Inspiration-Cards-Katie\/dp\/1925924599\/6BAMDW5HZY7?ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) to enhance your practice even further.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n##\nMany people are discovering how therapeutic the process of [breadmaking](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/best-healthy-bread\/) can be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious [bread](https:\/\/greatist.com\/discover\/best-gluten-free-bread\/) as a result\\!\n\nThis book is part [cookbook](https:\/\/greatist.com\/eat\/plant-based-cookbook\/), part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!).\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nAre you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges.\n\nThis inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nShort on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health.\n\nThis kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday [mindfulness practices](https:\/\/greatist.com\/connect\/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to\/) that fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nMindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations, [gentle yoga](https:\/\/greatist.com\/fitness\/easy-yoga-poses\/), breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively.\n\nYou can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\\$\n\n##\n[Stress](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/can-stress-make-you-sick) can manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being.\n\nThis book covers the very basics of mindfulness and [meditation](https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/meditation-for-anxiety\/), plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n##\nMarketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness.\n\nIt touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness.\n\n**Price:** \\$\\$\n\n##\nIf you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking.\n\nOne [reviewer](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/customer-reviews\/R219UVT4PVZVC0\/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B08SB53WW7&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) writes that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.”\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n##\nThis new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program.\n\nYou’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas.\n\n**Price:** \\$\n\n##\nIf you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. 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Boilerpipe Text	Cultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required. We’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on mindfulness , which focus on activities from baking bread and planting seeds to cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm. With a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos. Though the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting meditation , develop all your senses, perform mindful movement , process difficult emotions , host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life. Price: $$ It’s true that mindfulness isn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with crafts , keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness. This book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the screens , away from your anxious thoughts , and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more. Price: $ Calling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your garden or in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a woodland trail . Joann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year. Price: $$ If you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn. The book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool. Price: $$ Through the healing practice of journaling , this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path. The Mindful Living Journal invites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the Mindful Living card deck to enhance your practice even further. Price: $ Many people are discovering how therapeutic the process of breadmaking can be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious bread as a result! This book is part cookbook , part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!). Price: $$ Are you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges. This inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras. Price: $$ Short on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health. This kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday mindfulness practices that fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment. Price: $$ Mindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations, gentle yoga , breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively. You can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush. Price: $$$ Stress can manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being. This book covers the very basics of mindfulness and meditation , plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent. Price: $ Marketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness. It touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness. Price: $$ If you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking. One reviewer writes that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.” Price: $ This new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program. You’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas. Price: $ If you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. These pages leave you space to write, draw, find joy, and live a slower, more peaceful life every. single. day. From the author, who is an Ayurveda therapist and the editor of indie mindfulness magazine Oh, you’ll learn all kinds of ways to find joy in daily things like listening to birdsong, creating your own morning motto, and appreciating the steam rolling off that cup of tea. Price: $$ Mindfulness is a practice you can bring to any aspect of life, including eating. If you’re looking to change your relationship with food and develop healthier, more conscious eating habits, then mindfulness can help. Nutritionist Michelle Babb guides readers in cultivating a positive eating mindset with mindfulness practices specific to mealtimes. Plus, the book includes 30 vegetarian recipes to help you engage all your senses. Price: $$ This last one isn’t technically a book, but it is a valuable (and fun!) item to have in your mindfulness toolkit. This cute little round box includes six wooden dice with 36 different soothing mindfulness practice prompts on them, plus an accompanying instruction booklet. Each die represents a different category of prompts: meditations, mantras, movements, breath work, journaling, and self-care goals. There are thousands of possibilities, but we recommend starting out by rolling just one or two dice at a time. It’s an easy, interactive way to practice mindfulness. Price: $$$
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[Here’s our process](https://greatist.com/about/product-selection-process) On this page ![books on mindfulness](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/260334-16-Mindfulness-Books-to-Improve-Your-Well-Being-in-2021-1296x728-Header-87d9c4.jpg) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2F260334-16-Mindfulness-Books-to-Improve-Your-Well-Being-in-2021-1296x728-Header-87d9c4.jpg&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Cultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required. We’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on [mindfulness](https://greatist.com/connect/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to/), which focus on activities from [baking bread](https://greatist.com/eat/science-of-baking/) and [planting seeds](https://greatist.com/connect/beginners-guide-to-gardening/) to cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm. [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)Greatist Reads](https://greatist.com/content-series/greatist-reads/) ### The best 16 books on mindfulness 1. [The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#chaos) 2. [Craft Your Own Happy: A Collection of 25 Creative Projects to Craft Your Way to Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#crafthappy) 3. [Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#growingmindful) 4. [Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#starwars) 5. [Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#mindfullivingjournal) 6. [Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#bread) 7. [Island Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#island) 8. [Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#quickcalm) 9. [An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#artfulpath) 10. [Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#100simple) 11. [Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#happy) 12. [Outsmart Negative Thinking: Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#outsmart) 13. [Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#practicing) 14. [Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#reclaimjoy) 15. [Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#mindfuleating) 16. [Chronicle Books Mindfulness Dice](https://greatist.com/discover/books-on-mindfulness#dice) [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)Greatist Reads](https://greatist.com/content-series/greatist-reads/) ### Pricing guide All prices are for physical books. Here’s how the pricing breakdown works: \$ = under \$12 \$\$ = \$12–\$20 \$\$\$ = over \$20 ## [1\.]() [The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness by Aimee L. Morgan](https://www.amazon.com/Chaos-Antidote-Fable-About-Mindfulness/dp/1734796634?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=e6e0c1784fc4386230a70f647e0981b6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ![The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/GRT-260334-1.The-Chaos-Antidote.png) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-1.The-Chaos-Antidote.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") With a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos. Though the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting [meditation](https://greatist.com/grow/mindfulness-meditation/), develop all your senses, perform [mindful movement](https://greatist.com/happiness/mindfulness-activities/), process difficult [emotions](https://greatist.com/health/list-of-emotions/), host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life. Price: \$\$ *[Buy The Chaos Antidote: A Fable About Mindfulness* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Chaos-Antidote-Fable-About-Mindfulness/dp/1734796634?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=e6e0c1784fc4386230a70f647e0981b6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [2\.]() [Craft Your Own Happy: A Collection of 25 Creative Projects to Craft Your Way to Mindfulness by Becci Mai Ford](https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Your-Own-Happy-mindfulness/dp/1526747391?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f4a461c55337f936ef4c8d2083a4ca78&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ![Craft Your Own Happy: A collection of 25 creative projects to craft your way to mindfulness](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/GRT-260334-2.Craft-Your-Own-Happy.png) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-2.Craft-Your-Own-Happy.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") It’s true that [mindfulness](https://greatist.com/grow/what-is-mindfulness/) isn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with [crafts](https://greatist.com/happiness/creative-projects-for-mood-and-brain/), keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness. This book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the [screens](https://greatist.com/discover/best-apps-prevent-digital-eye-strain/), away from your [anxious thoughts](https://greatist.com/health/meditation-for-anxiety/), and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more. Price: \$ [*Buy Craft Your Own Happy* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Your-Own-Happy-mindfulness/dp/1526747391?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f4a461c55337f936ef4c8d2083a4ca78&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [3\.]() [Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness* by Joann Calabrese](https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Mindful-Explorations-Garden-Awareness/dp/0738764779?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=04b6bc40657807c69cb21bbe4e3ef427&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ![Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/GRT-260334-3.Growing-Mindful.png) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-3.Growing-Mindful.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Calling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your [garden](https://greatist.com/live/gardening-masterclass-ron-finley-learn-how-to-grow-food/) or in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a [woodland trail](https://greatist.com/fitness/hiking-trails-near-me-day-hikes-with-best-views/). Joann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year. Price: \$\$ *[Buy Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Mindful-Explorations-Garden-Awareness/dp/0738764779?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=04b6bc40657807c69cb21bbe4e3ef427&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/GRT-goodreadswatermark-yellow.png)More in Greatist ReadsView All](https://greatist.com/content-series/greatist-reads/) [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/551233-10-Cookbooks-to-Liven-Up-Your-Kitchen-for-Spring-2022-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https://greatist.com/eat/best-spring-cookbooks/) [10 Cookbooks to Liven Up Your Kitchen for Spring 2022](https://greatist.com/eat/best-spring-cookbooks/) By Naomi Wilde, MFA [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/557353-Its-Good-to-Be-Green-13-Books-to-Bring-You-Closer-to-Nature-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https://greatist.com/live/best-nature-books/) [It’s Good to Be Green: 13 Books to Bring You Closer to Nature](https://greatist.com/live/best-nature-books/) By Naomi Wilde, MFA [![](https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Millennial-foodies-732x549-Feature.jpg)](https://greatist.com/discover/best-food-memoirs-2022/) [A Literary Feast: 9 Food Memoirs You’ll Want to Devour](https://greatist.com/discover/best-food-memoirs-2022/) By Naomi Wilde, MFA ## [4\.]() [Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace by Amy Ratcliff](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1797205935?tag=healthline-subtag-20) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-4.Star-Wars.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") If you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn. The book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool. Price: \$\$ [Buy Star Wars: The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace online.](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1797205935?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [5\.]() [Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life by Katie Rose](https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Living-Journal-Katie-Rose/dp/1925924475?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=ddcfebb3f5108a07b920d67004147b4b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)** [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-5.Mindful-Living-Journal%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Through the healing practice of [journaling](https://greatist.com/grow/bullet-journal-how-to/), this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path. The Mindful Living Journal invites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the [Mindful Living card deck](https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Living-Inspiration-Cards-Katie/dp/1925924599/6BAMDW5HZY7?ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) to enhance your practice even further. Price: \$ [*Buy Mindful Living Journal: Journaling Practices for a Sacred and Happy Life* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Living-Journal-Katie-Rose/dp/1925924475?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=ddcfebb3f5108a07b920d67004147b4b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [6\.]() [Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread* by Pauline Beaumont](https://www.amazon.com/Bread-Therapy-Mindful-Art-Baking/dp/0358519039?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=6f8677b07a12507cada90e37144c7970&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-6.Bread-Therapy-The-Mindful-Art-of-Making-Bread%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Many people are discovering how therapeutic the process of [breadmaking](https://greatist.com/eat/best-healthy-bread/) can be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious [bread](https://greatist.com/discover/best-gluten-free-bread/) as a result\! This book is part [cookbook](https://greatist.com/eat/plant-based-cookbook/), part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!). Price: \$\$ [*Buy Bread Therapy: The Mindful Art of Making Bread* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/Bread-Therapy-Mindful-Art-Baking/dp/0358519039?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=6f8677b07a12507cada90e37144c7970&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [7\.]() [Island Mindfulness* by Janet Autherine](https://www.amazon.com/Island-Mindfulness-Transformational-Create-Abundant/dp/0991200020?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=18d33edb0c0205057d1c3f8503e7f9d6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-7.Island-Mindfulness%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Are you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges. This inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras. Price: \$\$ *[Buy Island Mindfulness* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Island-Mindfulness-Transformational-Create-Abundant/dp/0991200020?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=18d33edb0c0205057d1c3f8503e7f9d6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [8\.]() [Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience by Jennifer R. Wolkin, PhD](https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Calm-Meditations-Short-Circuit-Neuroscience/dp/1684036089?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=90de4df9b722a86cf3f49ebf579205b9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-8.Quick-Calm.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Short on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health. This kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday [mindfulness practices](https://greatist.com/connect/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to/) that fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment. Price: \$\$ [*Buy Quick Calm: Easy Meditations to Short-Circuit Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroscience* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Calm-Meditations-Short-Circuit-Neuroscience/dp/1684036089?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=90de4df9b722a86cf3f49ebf579205b9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [9\.]() [An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment* by Janet Slom, MFA](https://www.amazon.com/Artful-Path-Mindfulness-MBSR-Based-Activities/dp/1684034930?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f64e639d839bfff929f1c6af547633ac&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-9.An-Artful-Path-to-Mindfulness.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Mindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations, [gentle yoga](https://greatist.com/fitness/easy-yoga-poses/), breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively. You can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush. Price: \$\$\$ *[Buy An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Artful-Path-Mindfulness-MBSR-Based-Activities/dp/1684034930?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=f64e639d839bfff929f1c6af547633ac&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [10\.]() [Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace by Denise G. Dempsey, M.Ed](https://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-Meditations-Stress-Practices-Tension/dp/1647399017?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=c9f65939caff3b4d50b6f3edac7e93d4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-10.Mindfulness-Meditations-for-Stress.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") [Stress](https://greatist.com/health/can-stress-make-you-sick) can manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being. This book covers the very basics of mindfulness and [meditation](https://greatist.com/health/meditation-for-anxiety/), plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent. Price: \$ [*Buy Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-Meditations-Stress-Practices-Tension/dp/1647399017?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=c9f65939caff3b4d50b6f3edac7e93d4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [11\.]() [Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness* by Nicola Edwards](https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Beginners-Mindfulness-Nicola-Edwards/dp/0593121198?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=01fe0ed5969de2d66a57148e8f4e8805&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-11.Happy-A-Beginners-Book-of-Mindfulness.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") Marketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness. It touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness. Price: \$\$ *[Buy Happy: A Beginner’s Book of Mindfulness* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Beginners-Mindfulness-Nicola-Edwards/dp/0593121198?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=01fe0ed5969de2d66a57148e8f4e8805&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [12\.]() [Outsmart Negative Thinking: Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness by Nic Saluppo](https://www.amazon.com/Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Mindfulness-Experience/dp/B08SB53WW7?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=cf2e9fd61c8b51dcb2e5719b624da1c5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-12.Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Simple-Mindfulness-Methods.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") If you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking. One [reviewer](https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R219UVT4PVZVC0/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B08SB53WW7&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) writes that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.” Price: \$ *[Buy Outsmart Negative Thinking* Simple Mindfulness Methods to Control Negative Thoughts, Stop Anxiety, & Finally Experience Happiness online.](https://www.amazon.com/Outsmart-Negative-Thinking-Mindfulness-Experience/dp/B08SB53WW7?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=cf2e9fd61c8b51dcb2e5719b624da1c5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [13\.]() [Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life by Jerry Braza](https://www.amazon.com/dp/080485260X?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-13.Practicing-Mindfulness-Finding-Calm-and-Focus-in-Your-Everyday-Life.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") This new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program. You’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas. Price: \$ [*Buy Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/dp/080485260X?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [14\.]() [Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day* by Emine Rushton](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0711261733?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-14.-Reclaim-Joy-A-guided-journal-to-discover-simple-pleasures-every-day.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") If you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. These pages leave you space to write, draw, find joy, and live a slower, more peaceful life every. single. day. From the author, who is an Ayurveda therapist and the editor of indie mindfulness magazine Oh, you’ll learn all kinds of ways to find joy in daily things like listening to birdsong, creating your own morning motto, and appreciating the steam rolling off that cup of tea. Price: \$\$ [*Buy Reclaim Joy: A Guided Journal to Discover Simple Pleasures Every Day* online.*](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0711261733?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) ## [15\.]() [Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses* by Michelle Babb](https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Mindful-Eating-Transform-Relationship/dp/1632172941?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=658cbdbb0d314f7460017644d95ce630&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-15.Mastering-Mindful-Eating.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") [Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/health/mindful-eating/) is a practice you can bring to any aspect of life, including eating. If you’re looking to change your relationship with food and develop healthier, more conscious eating habits, then mindfulness can help. Nutritionist Michelle Babb guides readers in cultivating a positive eating mindset with mindfulness practices specific to mealtimes. Plus, the book includes 30 [vegetarian recipes](https://greatist.com/eat/international-vegetarian-recipes-around-the-world/) to help you engage all your senses. Price: \$\$ *[Buy Mastering Mindful Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food, Plus 30 Recipes to Engage the Senses* online.](https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Mindful-Eating-Transform-Relationship/dp/1632172941?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=658cbdbb0d314f7460017644d95ce630&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null)** ## [16\.]() [Chronicle Books Mindfulness Dice](https://www.amazon.com/Chronicle-Books-Mindfulness-Dice/dp/1797204688?&linkCode=ll1&tag=grt-books-on-mindfulness-20&linkId=a3c1c1c46ddac20cb6913b0f4546d057&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) [Share on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgreatist.com%2Fdiscover%2Fbooks-on-mindfulness&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.post.rvohealth.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F2%2F2021%2F01%2FGRT-260334-16.Chronicle-Books-Mindfulness-Dice%EF%BB%BF.png&description=The%2016%20Best%20Books%20on%20Mindfulness "Share on Pinterest") This last one isn’t technically a book, but it is a valuable (and fun!) item to have in your mindfulness toolkit. This cute little round box includes six wooden dice with 36 different soothing mindfulness practice prompts on them, plus an accompanying instruction booklet. Each die represents a different category of prompts: meditations, mantras, movements, breath work, journaling, and self-care goals. There are thousands of possibilities, but we recommend starting out by rolling just one or two dice at a time. It’s an easy, interactive way to practice mindfulness. 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Readable Markdown	Cultivating more mindfulness in your life — really tuning in to the present moment — can help you become more resilient to daily stress and anxiety. And it’s something you can do anytime, anywhere with the right reading tools — no grand yoga retreat required. We’ve rounded up some of the latest and most helpful books on [mindfulness](https://greatist.com/connect/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to/), which focus on activities from [baking bread](https://greatist.com/eat/science-of-baking/) and [planting seeds](https://greatist.com/connect/beginners-guide-to-gardening/) to cultivating a Jedi mindset. Go forth and be calm. ## With a nearly 5-star rating on both Amazon and Goodreads, it’s clear that readers are loving this book. Inside you’ll follow a group of women as they journey through personal struggles and learn from their leader, Veda, about how to practice life-changing skills that act as an antidote to the chaos. Though the story is told in the format of a fable, you’ll leave with practical skills about how to practice sitting [meditation](https://greatist.com/grow/mindfulness-meditation/), develop all your senses, perform [mindful movement](https://greatist.com/happiness/mindfulness-activities/), process difficult [emotions](https://greatist.com/health/list-of-emotions/), host a day of silence, and create mindfully in your everyday life. Price: \$\$ ## It’s true that [mindfulness](https://greatist.com/grow/what-is-mindfulness/) isn’t just sitting on a cushion and meditating. If you love relaxing with [crafts](https://greatist.com/happiness/creative-projects-for-mood-and-brain/), keeping your hands busy with these colorful feel-good projects is a great way to practice mindfulness. This book contains 25 beginner-friendly projects to draw your attention away from all the [screens](https://greatist.com/discover/best-apps-prevent-digital-eye-strain/), away from your [anxious thoughts](https://greatist.com/health/meditation-for-anxiety/), and into slow moments of focus, flow, and positive intention — from cross-stitching and paper craft to embroidery and more. Price: \$ ## Calling all folks with green thumbs (or anyone who loves the Earth)! The natural world can be an incredible tool in cultivating deeper levels of mindfulness. You can practice the activities in this book in your [garden](https://greatist.com/live/gardening-masterclass-ron-finley-learn-how-to-grow-food/) or in any green space, whether it’s your backyard, a park, or a [woodland trail](https://greatist.com/fitness/hiking-trails-near-me-day-hikes-with-best-views/). Joann Calabrese teaches you how to use the natural world as your portal to deepening awareness, with playful exercises in exploring the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements. There’s also a whole section on using 52 different plant correspondences as mindful focus (e.g., marigold and optimism or dandelion and resilience) — one for each week of the year. Price: \$\$ ## If you’re a “Star Wars” fan, you’re probably on board with taking sage advice from the likes of Yoda, Obi-Wan, and Qui-Gon Jinn. The book contains quotes and lessons from numerous Jedi and “Star Wars” characters and includes accompanying lessons on breathing, posture, meditation, self-care, reflection, and mindfulness. There are also 20 color illustrations throughout, making it a visual collector’s item in addition to a useful tool. Price: \$\$ ## Through the healing practice of [journaling](https://greatist.com/grow/bullet-journal-how-to/), this book invites you to fully tune in to the present moment. Inside its rose gold-detailed cover, you’ll find prompts on compassion, gratitude, developing a “sacred outlook,” connecting with nature, intention and manifestation, and discovering your life path. The Mindful Living Journal invites you to live more consciously, compassionately, and creatively to deepen the mindful moments in your life. Use the [Mindful Living card deck](https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Living-Inspiration-Cards-Katie/dp/1925924599/6BAMDW5HZY7?ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) to enhance your practice even further. Price: \$ ## Many people are discovering how therapeutic the process of [breadmaking](https://greatist.com/eat/best-healthy-bread/) can be after spending more time at home. Kneading dough can be a Zen moment of slowing down and tuning in to the present… not to mention you’ll get delicious [bread](https://greatist.com/discover/best-gluten-free-bread/) as a result\! This book is part [cookbook](https://greatist.com/eat/plant-based-cookbook/), part guidebook, and all about how making bread can help improve mental health. Breadmaking is a skill that helps you develop mindfulness through all the senses (we can just imagine that fresh-out-of-the-oven scent!). Price: \$\$ ## Are you traveling light today? What’s weighing you down? Author Janet Autherine ties in the life lessons she learned growing up in Jamaica and as an adult immigrating to the United States. She suggests that “living light” makes it easier to face life’s challenges. This inspiring book offers insights and actionable tips to start and end your days with good energy, nourish your whole self, and avoid negativity through self-care. Each chapter contains an inspirational quote and peaceful “Island Mindfulness” mantras. Price: \$\$ ## Short on time? We bet you can spare at least 5 minutes. And that’s all you need to start transforming your mental health. This kind and competent guidebook shares how you can start reducing your off-the-charts stress levels with everyday [mindfulness practices](https://greatist.com/connect/practicing-mindfulness-when-you-dont-want-to/) that fit even the most packed schedule. These quick practices will help your mind and body feel better — with minimal commitment. Price: \$\$ ## Mindfulness-based self-expression (MBSE) draws on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for a creative approach that blends art with meditations, [gentle yoga](https://greatist.com/fitness/easy-yoga-poses/), breath work, and body scans. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to step out of autopilot and live more proactively instead of reactively. You can also use this book as a journal to record your creative moments and to really communicate with who you are in the moment. This book is for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never drawn anything in your life. Most exercises take 10 to 15 minutes, though there’s no rush. Price: \$\$\$ ## [Stress](https://greatist.com/health/can-stress-make-you-sick) can manifest in many ways and differently for each person. This book contains 100 straightforward meditations for a wide variety of stressors. Depending on what’s causing your tension, there’s a mindfulness meditation to help you return to a calmer state of being. This book covers the very basics of mindfulness and [meditation](https://greatist.com/health/meditation-for-anxiety/), plus ways to deal with chronic stress and relieve tension from specific mega-stressors like divorce, job loss, and becoming a parent. Price: \$ ## Marketed as a children’s book, this beautifully illustrated guide is perfect for introducing young ones and beginners of all ages to the concept of mindfulness. It touches on the important aspects of mindful living, including feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and appreciating the world around you. It’s a great bedtime read or a perfect intro to mindfulness. Price: \$\$ ## If you’re tired of getting stuck in that cycle of anxious thinking and worrisome thoughts, we feel you. This short read is concise but full of practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking. One [reviewer](https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R219UVT4PVZVC0/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B08SB53WW7&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null) writes that it’s “Refreshing to read something from such a realistic point of view, from an author who has experienced anxiety and negative thinking himself, and overcome.” Price: \$ ## This new edition of a well-loved book expands on the author’s original time-tested approach of integrating mindful practices and habits into your everyday life. It’s an interactive book that first models best practices and then invites you to participate with prompts and quizzes based on the author’s Mindfulness Training Program. You’ll find reflections, actions, and practices for reducing anxiety, calming the mind, transforming negative thoughts and habits, increasing productivity, and resolving emotional traumas. Price: \$ ## If you love a new prompt every single day, then this 365-day workbook is for you. It has a new mindful activity, prompt, or ritual for every day of the year. A mindfulness practice doesn’t need to be complicated, but consistency is always a good thing when it comes to mental wellness. These pages leave you space to write, draw, find joy, and live a slower, more peaceful life every. single. day. From the author, who is an Ayurveda therapist and the editor of indie mindfulness magazine Oh, you’ll learn all kinds of ways to find joy in daily things like listening to birdsong, creating your own morning motto, and appreciating the steam rolling off that cup of tea. Price: \$\$ ## [Mindfulness](https://greatist.com/health/mindful-eating/) is a practice you can bring to any aspect of life, including eating. If you’re looking to change your relationship with food and develop healthier, more conscious eating habits, then mindfulness can help. Nutritionist Michelle Babb guides readers in cultivating a positive eating mindset with mindfulness practices specific to mealtimes. Plus, the book includes 30 [vegetarian recipes](https://greatist.com/eat/international-vegetarian-recipes-around-the-world/) to help you engage all your senses. Price: \$\$ ## This last one isn’t technically a book, but it is a valuable (and fun!) item to have in your mindfulness toolkit. This cute little round box includes six wooden dice with 36 different soothing mindfulness practice prompts on them, plus an accompanying instruction booklet. Each die represents a different category of prompts: meditations, mantras, movements, breath work, journaling, and self-care goals. There are thousands of possibilities, but we recommend starting out by rolling just one or two dice at a time. It’s an easy, interactive way to practice mindfulness. Price: \$\$\$
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