5 New Books for Finding Purpose and Aspiring toward the Greater Good

Our shortlist of socially-focused books for 2022 has an emphasis on empowering the self first. We chose these five for their uplifting ethos and tangible guidance for how to elevate yourself and then the world.

After all, the change we want to see starts one place and one place only: ourselves.

The Climate Diet by Paul Greenberg

Journalist Paul Greenberg manages to offer concise and effective guidance on how to live in accordance with the good of the planet—all in a way that leaves the reader feeling capable, empowered, and fueled.

Aspire Higher by Ken Lindner

There is no question that the world needs more love, positivity, and hope. But the problem is, an actionable guide for obtaining this is hard—or impossible—to come by. Here, career coach and author Ken Lindner maps out how to make small positive shifts in your life that have seismic, lasting global impacts.

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Eternal optimist and intellect Simon Sinek writes with passion and wit about how today’s leaders can truly inspire in ways that build movements.

The Greater Good by Madeline Shaw

Madeline Shaw, the founder of the B-Corp company Aisle, shares her personal stories and actionable advice for doing business—both in the non-profit and for-profit world—in a way that is focused on creating social and environmental change.

Courageous Acts for Curious People by Sarah Stein Greenberg

From the lauded professor at Stanford’s Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford University comes this interesting book to help readers create the tools to be resilient, adaptive, and creative in business, giving back, and life in our modern era.

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