10 Best Books About Mindfulness UK 2024

Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh is known as the most revered master of mindfulness, and we can't think of a better author to guide you through the world of meditation and living in the present. Originally published in 1975, this classic text is still a firm favourite of ours, thanks to its practical exercises and positive anecdotes.

Filled with ideas on how to turn everyday tasks into a moment of reflection, this book will encourage you to achieve greater self-understanding and, ultimately, peace. It's perfect for students at all levels and would make a thoughtful gift for a loved one. Without a doubt, this is the definitive work on mindfulness!

Written by professor of clinical psychology Mark Williams and qualified meditation teacher Danny Penman, this book is centred around MBCT practice. The meditation exercises included take just a few minutes per day, so they're really easy to incorporate into your morning routine.

Following the advice in this book and using the free guided meditation CD, you can effectively break the cycle of anxiety, stress, unhappiness, and fatigue that we all encounter in our busy lives. No wonder Mindfulness has sold over a million copies worldwide!

One of the reasons that The Power of Now is so popular is that its message is simple - the present is all that we have. While this might not seem like an original statement in a world of endless mindfulness guides, Eckhart Tolle explains it better than most. Even Oprah is a fan!

This book helps you find happiness and contentment by living in the now, which is basically the core concept of mindfulness. Tolle packs in philosophical teachings about topics such as the source of Chi, enlightened relationships, and impermanence, but he does so in a way that's incredibly easy to understand.

Less a book of practical advice and more a philosophical guide, The Untethered Soul is undoubtedly transformative. Quite simply, it covers all of the great spiritual teachings of the Ages and reinforces the importance of making the most of the present.

Praised by great spiritual teachers such as Deepak Chopra, this bestselling book explores themes such as consciousness, the self, pain, and the existence of God. We recommend it to those who already have some knowledge of mindfulness and want to reach the source of who, as humans, we really are.

Andy Puddicombe's book actually came out just before the 2012 launch of his trailblazing mindfulness app, Headspace. It provides an in-depth introduction to Headspace techniques, which are all centred around meditation - and who better to show you how to do it than the founder himself!

Former monk Puddicombe is on a mission to make meditation accessible to everyone, and his straightforward approach does just that. Whether you want to be able to switch off after work, fall asleep at night, or control your cravings, you can't go wrong with this marvellous book.

Jay Shetty certainly isn't your typical monk; after training as a Vedic monk in Mumbai, he went on to become a purpose coach, entrepreneur, and internet personality. He's known for bringing his experiences at the Ashram to a global audience, through modern means such as Instagram.

Think Like a Monk shares timeless Vedic wisdom in an accessible, relevant way that's suitable for beginners and experienced readers alike. With exercises to help reduce stress and valuable advice on self-discipline, Shetty proves that we all indeed do have the ability to think like a monk!

Aimed at women who are feeling overwhelmed by their responsibilities and the demands of life, The Gift of Presence provides advice on reducing stress and finding balance. Caroline Welch believes it isn't necessary to spend countless hours sitting in silence to be more present - the key is to practice mindfulness whenever and wherever you can.

By learning to develop four innate abilities (Presence, Purpose, Pivoting, and Pacing), readers will become more resilient and centred - even when things go pear-shaped! All in all, this is a superb book that pinpoints the struggles of modern women and offers a practical remedy.

Jon Kabat-Zinn is a scientist, teacher, and the founder of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Clinic - so you know he'll have plenty to say about this topic! Utilising his years of expertise, Kabat-Zinn aims to help you change your life by sharing mindfulness techniques that are suitable for learners at all levels.

The brilliant anecdotes and enlightening quotes from teachers such as the Dalai Lama make this an enjoyable, inspiring read. However, some readers find that Kabat-Zinn brings his personal life into the book a bit too often! 

Certainly the most visually appealing book on our list, The Little Book of Mindfulness uses beautiful illustrations, snippets of bitesize information, and short, simple exercises to help you reach that ever-elusive calm state.

Perfect for newbies to mindfulness, this handy little book is both easy to understand and small enough to carry around with you! More experienced students may find it a little basic, but it's full of positivity and would make a lovely gift.

Deepak Chopra is a bestselling author, but not many people know that he's also an endocrinologist. In this book, he combines scientific research and alternative therapy with mindfulness concepts to explore excessive eating as a symptom of "inner starvation"- a hunger for love, self-esteem, or happiness.

Aimed at helping readers to find fulfilment, What Are You Hungry For? offers tools and solutions to achieve permanent weight loss as well as spiritual wellbeing. Fans of Chopra are sure to love this book, but his holistic approach to dieting may not work for everyone.