Stuff We Like (not even remotely a complete list)
When the Body Says No, by Gabor Mate, MD
Actually, just read anything he has written or watch any of his videos (here is one https://youtu.be/P38fhtdWFhY ). He has his finger on the pulse of the latest understandings of trauma, addiction, illness, and healing our culture's deep wounds.
Active Hope, by Joanna Macy
Joanna Macy is where Buddhism, activism, eco-psychology, poetry, and hard earned wisdom come together. http://www.joannamacyfilm.org/
literally anything by Daniel Siegel, MD
Seriously, the man has so many titles I can't begin to choose one. Of of the most prolific, articulate, wise, and brilliant writers from the last couple of decades. Dan writes about parenting, trauma, attachment, mindfulness, and the field he helped create: interpersonal neurobiology. See this video about contemporary parenting. https://youtu.be/Ouzb_Urt7LQ
Body Wise, by Rachel Carlton Abrams, MD
Her book, Body Wise, is a terrific resource for up to date advice from an integrative medical doctor. https://www.doctorrachel.com/
The Fibro Manual, by Ginerva Liptan, MD
The Fibro Manual was very helpful during a recent flare up. I highly recommend taking it with you on your next MD visit. http://www.drliptan.com/
The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk
Van der Kolk has been leading the field for decades in research on how to treat trauma and attachment wounds with somatic approaches. This is his seminal work.
Unlearn Your Pain by Howard Schubiner with Michael Betzold
Dr. Schubiner has carried the work of Dr. John Sarno forward into the 21st Century, researching and proving the mind body connection, as well as developing effective ways to treat chronic pain by exploring the emotional connections.
Swamplands of the Soul, by James Hollis, PhD
Jungian analyst, James Hollis uses mythology and literature to explore the meaning and purpose of our most challenging mood states, such as depression, guilt, anxiety, etc.