5 Easy Reads for Busy People: Books You Can Finish in a Weekend

To be honest this book called The Alchemist is kind of one of those books that just stays in your head even after your done reading it. The story is really simple but still feels deep in some way. It is about this boy Santiago who is a sheperd and lives in Spain. He keeps having this dream about some treasure in the desert near the pyramids in Egypt. So he decides to go find it. On his journey he meets a few different people like a gypsy woman, a king, a man from England and this alchemist guy. All of them sort of teach him things about life and himself. But the book is not just about finding gold or treasure. It is more about following your dreams and not giving up even when things are hard. The book is not too long or hard to read but the message kind of stays with you. Lots of people really like it and I get why.

So, I read The Four Agreements and honestly, it surprised me. It’s all about these four simple ideas that help you stop stressing over stuff that really isn’t worth it. Like, don’t take things personally, don’t assume things sounds basic but it’s hard to actually do. What I noticed is how often I get stuck in my own head, making a big deal out of nothing. This book kinda helped me catch myself doing that and just relax more. It’s a quick read, nothing complicated. Feels like someone’s just chatting with you, sharing real advice you can actually use. If you wanna stress less and chill out, give it a try.

So this book has a small story but with a big message in it. The story has two mice named Sniff and Scurry and two little people called Hem and Haw. The names are bit silly but you get used to it. The cheese in the book is not real cheese, it stands for things we want in life like a job or love or peace or something like that. The main thing is about how people react when things change. Some people run after the new cheese, some just sit there hoping the old one comes back. It is funny, simple and actually makes sense. You finish it quick but the idea stays in your mind. Good for any age really, and helps if you feel stuck or scared of change.

Okay so this book called The Art of Loving is pretty well known and lots of people say it really makes you think different about love. Erich Fromm was a big psychologist guy and he says love is something every person needs deep down. But he is not just talkin about boyfriend or girlfriend love, he also talks about love from parents to kids, friends love, even loving yourself and stuff like God or the universe. What I liked is he says love is not just somthing that happens by magic, its like an art you gotta learn and keep practicing. The book also talks about how people from different places see love in different ways and how lots of times people just get it wrong or mess it up. It can feel a bit deep sometimes but its not super hard to get. If you want to understand love better, this book might really help you.

I recently read Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. McRaven, and I gotta say, it’s a pretty motivating little book. The author shares simple but powerful life lessons from his time as a Navy SEAL, starting with the idea that making your bed every morning can actually set the tone for a successful day. It’s full of practical advice about discipline, teamwork, and overcoming challenges. Sometimes it felt like a bit of a pep talk, but honestly, I needed that kind of push. The stories from his military career add real weight to his points and keep it interesting. If you want a quick read that’s straight to the point and full of motivation, this book is worth checking out.