Money Mindset & Behavior:
- The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
Description: A modern classic that explores how emotion, personal history, and irrational thinking shape financial decisions. Through stories and reflections, Housel shows that wealth has more to do with behavior than intelligence. - Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth,
and Happiness – Richard Thaler & Cass Sunstein
Description: A groundbreaking book on behavioral economics. It shows how small “nudges” in the environment can lead people to make better financial and life decisions — from saving more to spending smarter. - Your Money or Your Life – Vicki Robin & Joe Dominguez
Description: A transformative book about redefining your relationship with money. It guides you to track your expenses, understand the value of your time, and create a life aligned with what really matters. - Mind Over Money – Brad Klontz & Ted Klontz
Description: Written by two financial psychologists, this book helps uncover deep-rooted “money scripts” — unconscious beliefs shaped by childhood and culture — that can sabotage financial well-being. Offers tools for rewriting those scripts. - The Millionaire Next Door – Thomas J. Stanley & William D. Danko
Description: Based on real data, this book shatters myths about wealth. It reveals that most millionaires live frugally, budget carefully, and build wealth slowly — a major mindset reset for anyone focused on appearances over assets. - Thinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman
Description: A deep dive into the two systems of thought — intuitive vs. rational — and how they affect our decisions. While not only about money, it’s essential for understanding the psychology behind financial choices. - The Art of Thinking Clearly – Rolf Dobelli
Description: A user-friendly breakdown of 99 cognitive biases that skew our judgment — many of which directly influence how we spend, save, and invest. Great for sharpening decision-making skills. - Why Smart People Make Big Money Mistakes – Gary Belsky & Thomas Gilovich
Description: Explores the surprising ways even highly intelligent people fall into financial traps. Backed by behavioral research, it’s full of stories and strategies to help avoid common mental pitfalls. - Rich As F*ck: More Money Than You Know What to Do With – Amanda Frances
Description: A bold, modern, mindset-focused book that blends spirituality, manifestation, and money psychology. It encourages women (especially) to overcome limiting beliefs and claim financial abundance unapologetically. - Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending –Elizabeth Dunn & Michael Norton
Description: This book shows that it’s not how much you spend, but how you spend that impacts happiness. Learn why experiences beat possessions and why giving can be more satisfying than keeping.