I’ve found all of these books to be helpful in some way, and I can pretty much guarantee that all of them will infuse you with a powerful burst of inspiration. For best effect, consume when you have a day off and an unlimited supply of strong Greek coffee.

1. A guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy – William B. Irvine
2. 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos – Dr. Jordan Peterson
3. Man’s Search for Meaning – Victor E. Frankl
4. Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength – Roy. F. Baumeister
5. Superbetter – Jane McGonigal
6. Tools of Titans – Timothy Ferris
7. Meditations – Marcus Aurelius
8. The Talent Code – Daniel Coyle
9. The Road Less Travelled – M. Scott Peck
10. The Brain that Changes Itself – Norman Doige