Surrender to Love, explores Christian spirituality through the lens of love and surrender. 

Benner argues that genuine faith isn't simply obedience but a heartfelt surrender to God's unconditional love. He contrasts this with the fear-based approach often found in religion, illustrating how fear hinders actual spiritual growth.

The book examines the interplay between love and fear, emphasizing that only unconditional love can overcome fear and lead to transformation. 

Ultimately, the book advocates for a life grounded in experiencing God's love, resulting in a transformation that fosters deep, compassionate love for others.

David G. Benner's book, "Soulful Spirituality," explores the intersection of spirituality and the human journey toward becoming fully alive. 

Benner argues that soulful spirituality isn't a specific religious path but a way of living that fosters authentic personhood, drawing from Christian and broader spiritual perspectives and psychology.

The book examines spiritual practices that enhance human flourishing. It addresses challenges like ego inflation and deflation and emphasizes the importance of awareness, wonder, surrender, presence, and genuine relationships with others.

Benner highlights the significance of embodiment and balanced integration of body, soul, and spirit, ultimately advocating for a life lived with honesty, integrity, and openness to the transcendent.

Is God Dead?

"We Who Wrestle with God" explores the interplay between religious mythology and human psychology. Peterson argues for an existence with God through biblical stories, particularly those of Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jonah. 

He examines themes of sacrifice, responsibility, the struggle against chaos, and the importance of striving for a higher good. 

Furthermore, Peterson explores the relationship between human action, individual development, and the pursuit of truth. Peterson draws parallels between religious narratives and contemporary psychological and philosophical issues, including the dangers of nihilism and tyranny - eventual outcomes with the dismissal of a sovereign God.

Jordan Peterson's book,Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life, continues his previous work,12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos, and explores the balance between order and chaos.

The book emphasizes the importance of managing the unknown and avoiding the dangers of too much security and control.

Beyond Order serves as a guide for navigating the complexities of life. It encourages readers to embrace responsibility, confront their fears, and strive toward a meaningful existence. The book acknowledges the importance of balancing the structures of order with the chaotic nature of life.

Jordan Peterson's bestseller,12 Rules for Life, offers insights into his thinking. 

Peterson's rules are presented as guidelines for navigating life's complexities, drawing upon history, mythology, psychology, and the Bible. The text examines the human capacity for good and evil, the importance of order and structure, and the need for personal responsibility. 

The book discusses millennials' struggles with moral relativism and nihilism, which provide a context for Peterson's work. Finally, they highlight the significance of self-improvement, confronting challenges, and finding meaning in individual experiences.

Jordan Peterson's first book,Maps of Meaning, explores the intersection of mythology, psychology, and the human experience of meaning. 

Peterson uses Jungian psychology and the analysis of various creation myths (e.g., Sumerian, Egyptian, and Judeo-Christian) to explain how humans construct meaning and navigate the tension between the known and the unknown—order and chaos, law and creativity.

The text examines archetypes, the role of the hero, and the interplay of order and chaos in shaping individual and cultural narratives. 

Peterson also discusses the nature of evil and the importance of confronting one's own limitations and imperfections.

Cal Newport's Slow Productivity examines the flaws of modern knowledge work culture, arguing that the emphasis on constant busyness ("pseudo-productivity") is detrimental to both well-being and genuine accomplishment.

The book proposes a three-principled philosophy emphasizing doing fewer things, working naturally, and obsessing over quality. Newport uses historical examples of successful thinkers and creatives—from John McPhee to Jane Austen to the Beatles—to illustrate how sustainable, meaningful work often unfolds at a slower, more varied rhythm than the modern ideal.

He offers practical strategies for individuals to implement these principles, including managing workloads, structuring workdays, and cultivating a more considered approach to time and productivity.

Ultimately, the book advocates forreimagining productivity that prioritizes deep work, quality over quantity, and a more balanced, human-centred approach to professional life.

Chris Bailey's book The Productivity Project details his yearlong experiment to optimize productivity. He explored various techniques: time management, attention control, and energy management. 

The book examines the science behind procrastination and offers strategies for overcoming it. Bailey also investigates the impact of technology, sleep, diet, and exercise on productivity, integrating personal experiments and expert interviews. 

Ultimately, the book promotes a holistic approach to productivity, emphasizing intentionality, mindfulness, and self-compassion.

Laura Vanderkam's Off the Clock explores the paradox of achieving greater productivity by cultivating a mindset of feeling "off the clock."

The book presents strategies for managing time effectively, focusing on mindful scheduling, creating memorable experiences, and prioritizing happiness.

Vanderkam uses personal anecdotes and case studies to illustrate how individuals can restructure their lives to feel less busy and more fulfilled.

The book emphasizes practical techniques like time-tracking, goal-setting, and intentional relationship-building. Ultimately, the book promotes a balanced approach to life, achieving professional success and personal well-being through conscious time management.

Make Time, by Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky, offers a four-step system for prioritizing important tasks and minimizing distractions.

The book emphasizes choosing a daily Highlight, eliminating distractions (Laser), boosting energy (Energize), and reflecting on progress (Reflect). It provides numerous actionable tactics for managing time, technology, and personal energy, drawing on the authors' experiences in the tech industry and advocating for intentional time management rather than relying solely on willpower.

The authors share personal anecdotes and research to support their methods, encouraging readers to experiment and find what works best for them. Ultimately, the book aims to help readers reclaim control over their time and focus on what truly matters.