Welcome to the Book Nook! 

Soulful Reads for the High Vibin' Mama

Books have been one of my greatest teachers on this healing journey—guiding me through motherhood, energy work, self-love, and frequency healing. Whether it’s a book I return to again and again, or one that cracked something open in me during a tough season, each one has a place in my story.
On this page, you'll find a list of some of my favorite books that you may find me talking about on my blog, in emails or on social. (including a few that I wrote in!) 
Hoping I am able to connect you with some reads that will inspire, empower, and elevate you! Some of these are great solo reads, others are perfect for journaling alongside, and many will be part of upcoming book discussions and circles.

Scroll down to check them out!
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✨ Jill’s Recommended Reads

A curated list of high-vibe, heart-expanding books
For Healing & Self-Discovery:
  • The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
  • Untamed by Glennon Doyle
  • The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
  • Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer
  • You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay
  • Let Them by Mel Robbins
  • Do Less by Kate Northrup
  • The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
  • The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo
  • Wintering by Katherine May
  • Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima
  • Essentialism by Greg McKeown
For Frequency & Energy Work:
  • Reiki A Torch in Daylight by Karyn Mitchell
  • Reiki Beyond the Usui System by Karyn Mitchell
  • The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra
For Motherhood, Parenting & Family Healing:
  • The Awakened Family by Dr. Shefali Tsabary
  • The Conscious Parent by Dr. Shefali Tsabary
  • It Didn't Start with You by Mark Wolynn
For Creativity, Writing & Soulful Living:
  • The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
  • Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Writing as a Way of Healing by Louise DeSalvo
  • The Wild Why by Laura Munson
Business & Finance:
  • The Soul of Money by Teresa Barker
  • Start with Why by Simon Sinek
  • The 5am Club by Robin Sharma
  • The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
Fiction for Fun:
  • The Shatter Me Series by Tahereh Mafi
  • Winter Series by Elin Hildebrand (or really anything by her...)
Inspiring Biographies & other Non-fiction:
  • The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls
  • I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
  • Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
  • Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
  • The Truth About Success by Meggan Larson & others
  • The Invincible Family Project by Martha Krejci & others
  • Being & Belonging, An Anthology by Lauren da Silva & others
For Kids/Teens:
  • Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis
  • Wonder by R.J. Palacio
  • The Confidence Code for Girls by Katty Kay
📖 Check back often—this list evolves as I do!
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📚 What I’m Reading Right Now
Here’s a peek at what’s currently on my nightstand or beach blanket (or audiobook queue while driving to practice):
  • The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (I read this a few times a year)
  • The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron (round 2)
  • Watch Me by Tahereh Mafi
  • Mushrooming by Diane Borsato (because… yes, mushrooms 🍄)
đź“ť Follow me on Instagram @diaryofahighvibinmama for updates, quotes, and takeaways from these reads in real time.

📆 Upcoming Book Gatherings

There’s nothing like gathering in community to reflect, share, and heal through the power of a good book. I’ll be hosting and co-hosting regular bookish events—sometimes online, mostly in-person (Main Street-style), always soul-nourishing.

Books & Bowls:
This is more than a book club, it's a space to slow down, reflect and reconnect.  Books & Bowls weaves together inspiring literature, journaling, shared reflection and the calming resonance of crystal bowls to nourish mind, body & soul.

We will meet monthly with a new book & theme per month.  You can read the book if you would like to enhance your experience but it is not required.

🎟️ January - March Books & Bowls registration is open! Click here for more details & to grab your spot!


Half Day Retreats:
These gatherings expand on our monthly Books & Bowls circles, offering a deeper dive into the healing power of words, sound and intentional rest.  Through guided reading, reflective journaling, fun creative expression and a crystal bowl sound bath with Reiki, you'll leave feeling grounded, inspired and deeply nourished - without needing to step away overnight.

Full Day & Weekend Retreats also available for those ready for more me time!

🎟️ To get more details & register for an upcoming retreat, go to the Retreats & Gatherings page.


💬 Interested in co-hosting a circle or retreat. Or have a book you would like to suggest? Email me or DM me on IG—I’d love to co-create something beautiful together.

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