Quarter-Life Crisis? Books to Guide a Lost 20-Something

The decade of our 20's is chock full of huge decisions. Even more overwhelming, the decisions made during this time have a large impact on the direction of a person's life from that point on. It's no wonder 20-somethings are overwhelmed. The majority are left on their own to choose their life mate, choose their career path, and choose where to live. Here are some book recommendations to help them get on the right path.

The Passion Test
More so than any other generation, this generation wants to derive meaning and passion in their career. This book helps individuals discover and create a life filled with their passions.

StrengthsFinder 2.0
No matter what career they choose, it is also important for 20-somethings to get a firm grasp on where their strengths lie. Used in many corporations around the world, Strengthsfinder 2.0 can also be used to personalize a career.

The 4-Hour Workweek
Thanks to the Internet, the world is now flat. 20-somethings want to think outside of the 9-5 corporate box. This is the book just for that.

The Teenagers Guide to the Real World
Although this book is meant for teenagers, a lot of 20-somethings could benefit from its material. The author is the founder of the popular website howstuffworks.com. The style of writing makes it not only an informative read, but also very non-combative and practical. It will shed light on the realities of life, allowing the reader to come up with their own conclusions while benefiting from a dose of reality discipline.

Captivating/Wild at Heart
Captivating is addressed to women while Wild at Heart is addressed to men, but either gender would benefit greatly by reading both. These books help readers understand their longings and desires as well as those of the opposite sex. Before entering the world of serious dating, these books help people embrace their roles as men and women. They touch on why women want to be beautiful and romanced; why men want to be heroes and have a beauty to save; and why both genders want to play an irreplaceable role in a great adventure.

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus/Mars and Venus on a Date
These are the absolute best books for understanding how men and women are completely wired differently. It takes the guesswork out of making relationships work.