The 10 most brilliant non-fiction books of 2022 that are worth reading

New Year’s holidays give us a great opportunity for a full-fledged vacation. If you’ve been active all these days, it’s time to slow down a bit and do something more relaxing. For example, you could read something. Fans of the genre of non-fiction today is very lucky, because last year came out a lot of new products that they can enjoy. The topics of books are completely different: healthy eating, overcoming trauma, fighting procrastination, theories of time. In general, the main bestsellers will definitely not let you get bored.

Daria Savelyeva, “Conscious Eating. How to lose weight by changing your way of thinking”

The author – a specialist in healthy eating, nutriciologist, fitness trainer – destroys myths about healthy lifestyles and popular diets, teaches a conscious approach to the choice of products and eating habits. The book deals in detail with all aspects of daily life: from diet, sleep and physical activity to the “right” microflora in the intestines. It also includes self-testing for metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, and more.

“Conscious Nutrition”

Reza Negarestani, “Chronosis.”

The comic book “Chronosis” is a kaleidoscope of philosophical musings on the nature of time, theoretical science fiction and Marvel-inspired hero stories. In the book, the author explores the nature of time, and it is the main character here. In the comic book it does not flow sequentially, it is not treated as a stream. Thanks to this work, one can get acquainted with philosophical ideas about the most fundamental concepts – space and time.

“Chronosis.”

Paul Conti, “Trauma. The Invisible Epidemic.”

The author of this work, Dr. Paul Conti, is one of the world’s leading experts in psychiatry. He provides diagnosis and treatment at the clinic he founded, legal counseling, and teaches neurobiology. The doctor’s patients include people who have experienced the most severe psychological traumas and conditions. This includes celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Tommy Hilfiger, Lady Gaga, and Carol Bayer-Sager.

Conti talks about what trauma is, what it can be, and how it affects a person’s life and relationships with others. Using examples of his patients overcoming severe conditions, the doctor shows that trauma can and should be worked with.

“Trauma.”

Martha Beck, “Piece by Piece. A book for those who are confused, tired, burned out.”

Why do people socialize with those they dislike, maintain traumatic relationships, and in moments of despair find no help? It’s simple – they have lost themselves. They are trying to conform to the demands and ideals of parents, spouses, employers, friends.

One of the most famous coaches in the United States and New York Times bestselling author Martha Beck will help each reader become more whole, start living their life and stop betraying themselves.

“Piece by Piece.”

Peter Hollins, “Start to finish! Go to the end, take action and win!”

Regardless of workload and type of employment, everyone has things that have been put aside in a “long box”. You think you’ll definitely get back to them someday. But as time goes by, unfinished projects become more and more. What to do? How to bring what you have started to the end without abandoning it halfway through?

It’s a struggle. And best-selling author and psychologist Peter Hollins knows how! He has helped many people to choose the right strategy and start acting. In the book, the reader is invited to go through eight stages, including the fight against procrastination and getting rid of distractions. It’s not difficult, but it’s very entertaining.

“Start to Finish.”

Judith Orloff, “The Gift of Supersensitivity. A book for the tender and vulnerable.”

Empaths are sensitive to both the positive and negative emotions of those around them, and consequently often suffer from stress, burnout, and overwhelm. Judith Orloff, a practicing psychologist with 20 years of experience, provides tips and practices to help you become less vulnerable from toxic people and to utilize the benefits of hypersensitivity in your personal life and career.

“The Gift of Supersensitivity.”

Robin Sharma, “The Hero Manifesto for Our Time.”

In his new book, the author of the global bestseller “The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari” reveals how literally every one of us can realize our talents. Sharma gives the best ways to increase personal productivity, as well as leads to how to achieve absolute happiness through self-knowledge. The author’s methodology can change your attitude to yourself and life goals, if you feel that these areas need adjustment.

“A Manifesto for the Hero of Our Time.”

Natasha Krasnova, “[NON]FAITH. What to do when you don’t know what to do.”

Standup comic, author of five best-selling books on practical psychology, Natalia Krasnova in her new book addresses those who have faced infidelity and do not know how to be. Her work explores the problem of adultery, cited as an example of frank stories, with comments from psychologists and sexologists. The author tells about clear algorithms, how to act even in the most difficult situations and make informed decisions.

“Infidelity”

Lee Cowart, “Pain Is So Pleasurable. The Science and Culture of Painful Pleasure.”

Why do people hurt themselves? Author Lee Cowart explores this phenomenon and finds out why some people, for example, eat hot peppers or torture themselves with heavy exercise. Her interlocutors are masochists, psychologists, and scientists. Lee explains to herself and the reader how the brain and body react to painful sensations and their appeal.

“Pain feels so good.”

Pia Mellody, “Where I End and You Begin. Boundaries and co-dependency in personal relationships.”

Mellody, a world-renowned psychologist and expert in working with childhood trauma and addictions, helps readers analyze their past experiences, build healthy boundaries with others, and understand their own priorities and goals. The author shares tips on how to build happy relationships with those around you, including those closest to you. The traumatized inner child of a co-dependent adult needs healing, Mellody believes, and tells how to do it.

“Where I End and You Begin.”