Aysia’s favorite reads
These are some of the books that shaped how I lead myself, care for my mind, and create space for clarity. Each one taught me something that stayed with me. I’m sharing them here in case you’re looking for steady guidance, honest growth, and simple truths you can carry into your own life.
Books I’ve Read and Recommend
A curated list of the books that influenced how I lead myself and support others. Each one offers something meaningful: language, clarity, courage, or a new way to see the world. These are the ones I return to when I need grounding or direction.
Aysia’s Hot Takes
Here’s what stood out to me from each book. These aren’t summaries. They’re the moments that made me pause, breathe, and rethink something important. The truths that hit a little deeper. The ideas that still shape how I show up and how I lead people through Bold Clarity.
Read & Recommended Books
Some of my all-time favorites and two that are on my 2026 list!Aysia’s Hot Takes
Quotes, thoughts, and truths from my favorite authors
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.”
Why this matters to me:
This book gave me permission to stop performing and start leading as myself. Clarity didn’t come from fixing or perfecting — it came from self-acceptance, courage, and showing up fully. Authenticity isn’t a weakness; it’s the foundation.
“You get what you tolerate”
Why this matters to me:
Boundaries aren’t about control — they’re about responsibility. This book taught me that clear limits are an act of leadership and self-respect. When boundaries are strong, relationships are healthier and decisions are cleaner.
“Let Them”
Why this matters to me:
Two words that changed how I manage energy, expectations, and relationships. Letting people be who they are — without resistance or over-explaining — creates instant clarity. When I stopped managing everyone else, I got my focus back.
“Be impeccable with your word.”
Why this matters to me:
This principle governs how I speak to others and myself. Words create trust, identity, and momentum. When language is careless, clarity dissolves. When words are intentional, leadership becomes grounded and powerful.