I love to read. I was an avid fiction writer through college, graduated with an English degree with a minor in Women's studies and writing.

The largest segment of books that I still own is on Yoga, Mindfulness, and self-awareness techniques.  I've listed a few of my favorites below.

Reading about yoga, movement or mindfulness is not the same as practicing it. Make sure that you are not only reading, but putting what you learn into practice or actively reflecting on the topics.

I'd love for you to comment below with your favorite book, even if it is not on these topics.

My favorite books on Mindfulness:

The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Chris Germer

Search Inside Yourself by Chade-Meng Tan

The Four Foundations of Mindfulness by Bhante Henepola Gunarantana
Self-Compassion Step-by-Step by Kristin Neff

My favorite books on Yoga:

Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga Mind Body & Spirit by Donna Farhi

Prana and Pranayama by Swami N. Saraswati

Others:

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van der Kolk, MD

The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigal

Outrageous Openness by Tosha Silver

The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakihani