Entering the age of 40, many people feel that their lives are more stable. At this age a person generally already has the ability, education degree, experience, and the need to enjoy life. However, learning does not just stop at that age. It's never too late to learn and educate yourself, one of which is by recommending the must-read books below.
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1. The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
There are many things about finance that can be discussed. Over time, financial decisions are made not only for internal but also external reasons. In this book, The Psychology of Money, Morgan Housel shares 19 short stories about the strange ways people think about money and the human relationship with money from the point of view of human behavior.
Entering the age of 40, having stable finances is the desire of many people. By having money, we can take control of our lives. This book is right for those of you who want to reorganize your finances and find new meaning for living a prosperous life.
The book is included in Amazon's top 10 bestsellers in the United States and has been translated into 26 languages. Morgan Housel is a partner at The Collaborative Fund and a former columnist at The Motley Fool and The Wall Street Journal.
2. The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down – Haemin Sunim
Haemin Sunim is a very influential South Korean monk. He has more than 1.5 million followers on social media. His first book, entitled The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down, has been translated into 35 languages and has become a best seller worldwide.
In your 40s, it's time for you to start appreciating the little things in life. This spiritual book invites its readers to slow down for a moment the rhythm of their lives.
You will be invited to become a calmer person, not to be selfish, and to be forgiving. This book can help you to find your way to inner balance and peace through simple things you can find every day.
3. The Alchemist – Paul Coelho
The Alchemist, written by Paul Coelho, was published in 1988. It was originally written in English and eventually translated into various languages. Not only is the storyline well written, Paul Coelho provides a universal moral message. The message can be understood by readers from various religious, cultural, and social status backgrounds.
Tells the story of Santiago, who comes from Andalusia and wants to find treasure in Egypt. On his journey, Santiago meets many people with different stories.
When you read The Alchemist, you will feel given a spell that gives you awareness of the purpose of life. There are so many lessons that you can learn, especially about dreams, expectations, love stories, and answers to other life dilemmas.
4. Little Women – Luisa May Alcott
This classic American novel tells the story of four brothers from the March family. The four of them share a dream to live life on their own terms without the interference of others. First published in 1869, the story of Little Women has been adapted into several films and children's books.
Telling a family story, Little Women has many messages to take. This novel is set in the 1850s when women's rights were fought for. Jo's character appears the most in this book, Jo's story that hits the most is when he sells his hair for money.
Reading this novel will make you remember what efforts have been made in your life. You can make the story of Little Women an encouragement when you are experiencing difficulties even at a mature age.
That's an open recommendation that you must read before entering the age of 40a, which book do you want to read the most?