Finals are over, the holidays are upon us, and the New Year is just around the corner. During this time, a lot of our lives tend to be hectic roller coasters filled with stress, joy, and every emotion in between. Although the phrase ‘new year, new me’ is basically a joke, there are ways to take on the new year on a brand new slate. It’s time to forget about that one question you knew you could have answered better on your psychology exam and instead dive into a good book. Here are some of the most inspiring self-help books of 2015:

1. Happy is the New Healthy by Dave Romanelli

This book will have you relaxing and enjoying every minute of life.

2. #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso

If this book by Nasty Gal founder and CEO doesn’t inspire you to go after what you love and to never give up, then I don’t know what will. Amoruso shares her story and how she went from dumpster diving to owing a $100 million company.

3.Self-Help by Lorrie Moore

Although this gem hit shelves in 1985, it is still as good as ever; filled with short stories about infidelity, death, and growing up that are bound to relate to you in some way or another.

4.Walk like a Buddha by Lodro Rinzler

Perfect for anyone looking for a lifestyle change, this book takes a more modern approach on why implementing elements of this religion into your life will give you amazing benefits.

5.1 Page at a Time by Adam J. Kurtz

Not only is this a book, but also a little journey perfect for starting off the New Year. Filled with little writing prompts and motivations, this is a great book to work on your awareness. Fill it out every single day!!

6. Leave Your Mark: Land Your Dream Job. Kill it in Your Career. Rock Social Media. by Aliza Licht

Perfect for the person that wants to figure out how to take their "personal brand" and convey it in every single thing you do.

7. The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and feel like there’s just too much going on, this could be a great book to help you organize your space and life.

8. Let’s Be Less Stupid by Patricia Marx

An amusing and full of scientific facts self-help book written by a former SNL writer. It’s shows us how society make us, well… stupid, and has quizzes in every chapter!

9. Activate Your Brain: How Understanding Your Brain can Improve Your Work – and Your Life by Scott G. Halfrod

A brain book about things like how to use your brain and how to focus better, reduce distractions, and deal with negative stress.

10.The Gratitude Diaries: How a Year Looking on the Bright Side Can Transform Your Life by Janice Kaplan

Scientists have shown that practicing gratitude every single day can increase happiness and this book gives tips on how to do that more.