The Breakthrough Academy Library

These resources include all of the scientific background that drives the breakthrough blueprint Basic Brain Brilliance modules. Dive in to deepen your understanding of the human system and its brilliance.

• “When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress” – Gabor Maté, MD
  Explores how chronic stress and suppressed emotions shape physical illness, highlighting the body’s innate intelligence and adaptability.
• “The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture” – Gabor Maté, MD
  Challenges societal norms around health and trauma, showing how the human system responds to adversity with remarkable resilience.
• “Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma” – Peter A. Levine
  Introduces Somatic Experiencing, demonstrating how the body instinctively processes and heals trauma when given the right conditions.
• “In an Unspoken Voice: How the Body Releases Trauma and Restores Goodness” – Peter A. Levine
  Emphasizes the body’s natural capacity to heal from trauma by reconnecting with its innate wisdom and self-regulation.
• “Freedom from Pain” – Peter A. Levine
  Explores how chronic pain is often a manifestation of unresolved trauma, offering body-based techniques to restore comfort and ease.
• “The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe” – Stephen W. Porges, PhD
  Explains how our nervous system adapts to threat and safety, shaping emotional and physical health through connection and regulation.
• “When There Are No Words: Repairing Early Trauma and Neglect From the Attachment Period With EMDR Therapy” – Sandra L. Paulsen, PhD
  Highlights how early attachment wounds are stored in the body and can be gently reprocessed to restore a sense of wholeness.
• “Indigenous Trauma and Dissociation: Healers, Psychotherapies, and the Drum” – Sandra L. Paulsen
  Explores Indigenous wisdom and modern therapy in healing deep-rooted trauma through connection, ritual, and somatic practices.
• “Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy” – Pat Ogden
  Shows how body awareness and movement can unlock healing by addressing trauma where it lives—within the nervous system.
• “The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” – Bessel van der Kolk, MD
  Explains how trauma reshapes the brain and body while offering evidence-based methods to restore resilience and self-trust.
• “My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies” – Resmaa Menakem
  Examines how trauma is stored across generations and in the body, offering practices for healing racialized stress.
• “Healing Trauma through Family Constellations and Somatic Experiencing: Ancestral Wisdom from the Snail Clan of Tanzania” – Efu Nyaki
  Merges ancestral knowledge with somatic healing to address inherited trauma and restore balance to the body-mind system.
• “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing” – Joy DeGruy
  Explores the lasting effects of historical trauma while recognizing the strength and adaptability of those impacted, offering pathways to healing.

These resources include all of the scientific background that drives the breakthrough blueprint Become Your Own Coach modules. Dive in to deepen your understanding of the human system and how it can be changed. 

The Science of Preparation

• “Why We Sleep” – Matthew Walker, Ph.D.
  A comprehensive exploration of the vital importance of sleep for our health and well-being, authored by a professor of neuroscience and psychology.
• “Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less” – Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, Ph.D.
  This book delves into the science of rest and its critical role in enhancing productivity and creativity.
• “Peak Performance” – Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness
  Co-authored by experts in performance science, this book discusses the balance between stress and rest to achieve optimal performance.
• “The Science of Meditation” – Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., & Richard J. Davidson, Ph.D.
  An exploration of scientific research on how meditation reshapes our brains and impacts our lives.
• “Altered Traits” – Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., & Richard J. Davidson, Ph.D.
  This book examines the long-term effects of meditation on the mind and body, grounded in scientific studies.
• “The Mind Illuminated” – John Yates, Ph.D. (Culadasa), Matthew Immergut, Ph.D., & Jeremy Graves
  A comprehensive guide to meditation, integrating ancient teachings with modern neuroscience.
• “The Art of Learning” – Josh Waitzkin
  Authored by a chess prodigy and martial arts champion, this book discusses how embracing downtime and non-action can lead to mastery.
• “Thinking, Fast and Slow” – Daniel Kahneman, Ph.D.
  A Nobel laureate presents insights into how our minds work, highlighting the power of slow thinking and reflection.
• “Effortless” – Greg McKeown, MBA
  This book offers strategies to achieve more by doing less, emphasizing the importance of rest and recovery.
• “The Body Keeps the Score” – Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
  A seminal work on how trauma affects the body and mind, and how sensory experiences can aid in healing.
• “Polyvagal Theory in Therapy” – Deb Dana, LCSW
  This book explores how understanding the nervous system can help create safety and connection in therapeutic settings.
• “Anchored” – Deb Dana, LCSW
  A guide to applying polyvagal theory principles to find safety and connection in daily life.

Exploration from the Inside Out

• “The Interpretation of Dreams” – Sigmund Freud, M.D.
  A classic text introducing the method of free association to uncover unconscious thoughts and desires.
• “The Mind’s Own Physician” – Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., & Richard J. Davidson, Ph.D.
  Discussions on how mindfulness and meditation can reveal unconscious beliefs and promote healing.
• “Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain” – David Eagleman, Ph.D.
  This book delves into the subconscious aspects of the brain and how they influence our behavior.
• “The Power of the Other Hand” – Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., ATR
  Explores how writing and drawing with the non-dominant hand can tap into unconscious thoughts and creativity.
• “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain” – Betty Edwards, Ph.D.
  A renowned guide that uses non-dominant hand exercises to enhance creativity and access different brain functions.
• “Recovery of Your Inner Child” – Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., ATR
  Utilizes art and writing with the non-dominant hand to heal past emotional wounds and connect with the inner child.

Purification Science

• “The Molecule of More” – Daniel Z. Lieberman, M.D., & Michael E. Long
  Examines how brain chemistry, particularly dopamine, influences desires and habits, offering insights into behavioral detox.
• “The Biology of Belief” – Bruce Lipton, Ph.D.
  Discusses how changing our beliefs can lead to emotional and mental detoxification, impacting our overall health.
• “Clean” – Alejandro Junger, M.D.
  Provides a functional medicine approach to detoxifying the body, mind, and spirit for improved health.
• “The Gift of Fear” – Gavin de Becker
  Teaches how to trust and discern our instincts to protect ourselves from danger, differentiating true fear from unnecessary anxiety.
• “Waking the Tiger” – Peter A. Levine, Ph.D.
  Explores how trauma impacts the body and offers methods to release survival energy and restore balance.
• “Intuition: Its Powers and Perils” – David G. Myers, Ph.D.
  Examines the science behind intuition, helping readers understand when to trust their gut feelings.

Implementation Science

• “The War of Art” – Steven Pressfield
  Explores the internal obstacles to taking action and how to overcome resistance to achieve creative success.
• “Atomic Habits” – James Clear
  Offers a research-based framework for building good habits and breaking bad ones to facilitate effective action.
• “The Motivation Myth” – Jeff Haden
  Debunks common myths about motivation and provides strategies for taking consistent action toward goals.

The Science of Manifestation

• “Stealing Fire” – Steven Kotler & Jamie Wheal
  Kotler, an expert in peak performance, explains how shifting the Default Mode Network (DMN) through altered states enhances creativity and productivity.
• “How Enlightenment Changes Your Brain” – Andrew Newberg, M.D., & Mark Robert Waldman
  Explores how meditation and spiritual practices alter brain activity, particularly within the DMN.
• “The Source” – Tara Swart, M.D., Ph.D.
  A neuroscientific approach to rewiring the brain for success, including DMN-related insights.
• “Mindsight: The New Science of Personal Transformation” – Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.
  Introduces the concept of “mindsight,” the ability to use imagination to reshape mental patterns.
• “The Whole-Brain Child” – Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., & Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.
  Explores how understanding brain function can help harness imagination for personal growth.
• “Aware: The Science and Practice of Presence” – Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.
  Covers the neuroscience of imagination and its role in well-being and higher states of consciousness.
• “Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself” – Joe Dispenza, D.C.
  Explains how changing thought patterns (rooted in neuroscience) can lead to real-world manifestations.
• “The Expectation Effect” – David Robson, M.A.
  A deep dive into how expectations shape reality, backed by cognitive science.
• “The Source” – Tara Swart, M.D., Ph.D.
  Neuroscientific insights on how belief systems, visualization, and decision-making create reality.

These resources include all of the scientific background that drives the breakthrough blueprint Prosperity Pathway modules. Dive in to deepen your understanding of the human system and how to enjoy psychological abundance.

The Psychology of Money

• “Mind Over Money” – Brad Klontz, Psy.D., & Ted Klontz, Ph.D.
  Discusses money scripts, unconscious financial behaviors, and how to rewire them.
• “Wired for Wealth” – Brad Klontz, Psy.D., Rick Kahler, CFP, & Ted Klontz, Ph.D.
  Explores the neuroscience behind financial behaviors and decision-making.
• “The Psychology of Money” – Morgan Housel (M.A. in Economics)
  Though not a Ph.D., Housel presents research-backed insights into behavioral finance and wealth-building.

The Psychology of Health (Food, Sleep, Exercise, Energy)

• “Why We Sleep” – Matthew Walker, Ph.D.
  Essential reading on the connection between sleep, health, and cognitive function.
• “The Joy of Movement” – Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D.
  Explores how movement and exercise boost emotional and mental health.
• “Intuitive Eating” – Evelyn Tribole, M.S., R.D., & Elyse Resch, M.S., R.D.
  A scientifically backed approach to mindful eating and breaking harmful dieting cycles.

The Psychology of Time (Balance, Preservation, and Intentionality)

• “168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think” – Laura Vanderkam, M.A.
  Uses research on time management and efficiency to help readers optimize their schedules.
• “The Power of When” – Michael Breus, Ph.D.
  Discusses chronobiology and how aligning tasks with natural rhythms enhances productivity.
• “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals” – Oliver Burkeman, M.A.
  A philosophical and psychological look at how we perceive and use time.

The Psychology of Relationships (Boundaries, Codependency, Couples Theory)

• “Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment” – Amir Levine, M.D., & Rachel Heller, M.A.
  A neuroscience-based exploration of attachment styles and their impact on relationships.
• “The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” – John Gottman, Ph.D., & Nan Silver
  Based on decades of research on relationship success and conflict resolution.
• “Set Boundaries, Find Peace” – Nedra Glover Tawwab, LCSW
  A practical, science-backed guide to understanding and setting healthy boundaries.

These resources include all of the scientific background that drives the breakthrough blueprint Live Your Legacy modules. Dive in to deepen your understanding of the human system and how to live this life with the end in mind.

• “The Second Mountain” – David Brooks, M.A.
  Explores the psychology of fulfillment, purpose, and creating a meaningful legacy.
• “Designing Your Life” – Bill Burnett, M.S., & Dave Evans, M.S.
  Uses design thinking principles to create a purpose-driven and intentional life.
• “Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” – Héctor García, M.A., & Francesc Miralles, M.A.
  A research-backed look at how purpose and legacy contribute to longevity and well-being.