Favorite Things • Holly Scherer

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens … Welcome to my Favorite Things page! While there are no kitten whiskers and warm woolen mittens, you will find some of my favorite tools to help you Find Yourself Outside.

The first thing you’ll find are some of my favorite books. Next, I share my favorite outdoor gear. And finally, since people often ask me about starting their own blog or coaching business, I’ve shared some of my favorite business resources.

I’d never recommend anything I don’t love. But like everything, nothing is a perfect fit for everyone. So I encourage you to do your due diligence before buying any of these products. Also, some of these links are affiliate links, meaning that I get a small commission if you decide to buy. And if you do, here’s a big hug and a thank you!

Without further ado, here’s a list of my favorite things!

BEST BOOKS TO REDISCOVER YOUR TRUE SELF

A spiritual journey home to your true self that’s accessible and engaging no matter what your spiritual beliefs.

The motivation you need to start living a life that’s authentic to you rather than what you believe is expected of you.

One of the best enneagram books from one of it’s most respected experts.

An enneagram book that’s not about changing who you are but embracing and loving your true authentic self.

A scientific approach to break the habit of the self you learned to be.

Hands down one of my favorite books. Learn how you formed your false self and steps you can take to be true to you.

Finding yourself through action. It’s not about the destination but the journey.

Learn your tops strengths and how to use them to your advantage. Be sure to buy a copy with an access code from a reputable seller.

BEST BOOKS TO LEARN TO LOVE YOURSELF

A beautiful journey to learn to love and accept yourself exactly as you are today.

Start being more compassionate with others when you learn to embrace self compassion.

Celebrate the power of introversion. A must read for introverts, their loved ones, and leaders.

A beginners guide to start facing and healing your shame so you can finally live the life you deserve.

BEST BOOKS TO BUILD COURAGE AND CONFIDENCE

To say that this book changed my life is an understatement. This book was the catalyst to my journey to find myself outside.

If you want to truly belong, you must first learn to belong to yourself.

This short read is the first step to start living more wholeheartedly.

A step by step guide to lean into your fear and start living the life you were meant to live.

Inspiring and hilarious. Read Tina Fey’s story about building courage and confidence in spite of self-doubt and insecurity.

Learn about the hidden beliefs that have been holding you back and how you can start changing them.

A fun and practical way to start living more boldly.

Don’t get stuck in overwhelm. Learn how to keep moving forward by simply doing the next right thing.

BEST BOOKS TO BUILD BETTER RELATIONSHIPS

A comprehensive guide to start chipping away at our loneliness crisis.

This short book will teach you four ways to improve all of your relationships.

Improve every relationship in your family when you understand how each individual shows and feels love.

Learn what boundaries are and how to start setting them so you can enjoy healthier relationships.

How to build connections that heal.

This is a must read book for anyone who deals with people. Learn how common trauma is and how it affects our health.

Learn how to make everyone feel like they matter.

BEST BOOKS FOR PERSONAL GROWTH

Start your journey to surrender your suffering by learning to let go.

A must read classic. Makes a great graduation gift.

Learn the secret power of underdogs.

Learn why the narrative that only takers get ahead is wrong.

Learn how to find peace in all circumstances.

Wisdom as old as time.

This isn’t your parents’ economy nor job market. Learn what it takes to get ahead in this new world.

Life lessons you can’t live without.

BEST BOOKS FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

One of my favorite books and an important part of learning to love and accept myself.

When it feels like it’s all falling apart, maybe it’s just beginning.

How to embrace the healing power of faith.

A journey to inner peace.

A classic must-read for spiritual growth. Just 20 minutes a day and you can finish in less than a year.

Deeply spiritual Sufi wisdom that can be digested in small bites.

Spiritual truths that are simple to understand and implement.

The ultimate journey to letting go. It took many years before I was able to digest this so be patient and keep trying.

BEST BOOKS FOR YOUR HEALTH

After years of struggle, this book helped me create a meditation habit.

For the active person in your life. Learn how to take care of your foundation to prevent injuries.

Want to stop yo-yo dieting and live longer. Check out this wonderful book from longevity expert Valter Longo.

How to reverse disease and prevent the leading causes of death.

BEST BOOKS TO CREATE FINANCIAL FREEDOM

Release the beliefs that have prevented you from living a life of abundance.

What does the typical millionaire look like? It might not be what you think.

We’ve all heard things like, “money is the root of all evil.” Learn to have a better spiritual relationship with money from America’s Rabbi.

Saving and managing money was easy. Earning was a bit more challenging. Learn how your self-worth can affect your net worth.

Learn how high net worth individuals view money and let’s start a trend of living in Rich Dad houses!

A step by step guide to take control of your finances that works.

Start letting go of your limiting beliefs that are keeping you broke.

A comprehensive guide to building a financial plan around your life’s values.

BEST BOOKS TO LIVE A LIFE OF ADVENTURE

Life goals! Can you imagine what an entire year of peace and solitude would feel like?

For those of us who don’t feel like we want to settle down.

A journey of unpacking personal baggage and healing during an epic bike trip.

Heather Anderson’s journey to find herself outside on the Pacific Crest Trial.

Another PCT adventure from a very different perspective.

Play the game of life by your own rules.

Learn how to work more adventure into your current life.

A story about the journeys we take to discover what we had all along.

My Favorite Things to Find Yourself Outside

My fellow outdoors people know what it’s like to collect outdoor gear. The list is never ending. But these things were game changers for me and I want to share these secrets and tips with you.

MY FAVORITE OUTDOOR GEAR

It took years before I bit the bullet and invested in this unit and I wish I’d done it sooner. I’ve read countless stories from the DNR and law enforcement about how this tiny unit has saved countless lives.

Keep your lifesaving technology charged with this portable charger.

I own one of these as well as the chair zero. While both are too heavy for backpacking, they’re great options for camping and hitting the beach.

I’ve been on camping trips where it’s been in the 80s one day and 30s the next. Rather than carrying multiple sleeping bags, simply add a bag liner. They also extend the life you your sleeping bag.

Cool! Comfortable! Moisture wicking! And a lifetime guarantee. Find out why Darn Tough are our favorite socks.

Merino doesn’t retain odor. I’ve literally worn the same shirt for 10 days straight in the BWCA. TMI?

We’ve also had great luck with Marmot staying odor free. We love the fit and longevity of our Marmot pants.

If you’ve seen photos of us in the outdoors, you’ve seen us in Buffs. We have a variety of merino for the winter and Cool Net for the summer. They keep us warm, dry, and sunburn free.