Wellness Culture

The multi-disciplinary artist and author of Like a Bird and How to Cure a Ghost explores the commodification and appropriation of wellness through the lens of social justice, providing resources to help anyone participate in self-care, regardless of race, identity, socioeconomic status or able-bodiedness.

In this groundbreaking book, clinical psychologist Paula Freedman offers a clear path to help you move beyond toxic striving and instead turn inward for guidance. Using a combination of evidence-based tools and strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and intuitive eating, you'll gain the insight needed to reconnect with your true values, reclaim your physical and mental health, develop unwavering self-compassion and confidence, and live by your own rules.

Drawing on scholarship in the rhetoric of health and medicine, the health and medical humanities, and related fields, Derkatch offers a nuanced account of how language, belief, behavior, experience, and persuasion collide to produce and promote wellness, one of the most compelling and harmful concepts that govern contemporary Western life.

Embark on a journey to better health with "Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle." This audiobook provides an in-depth exploration of the Mediterranean way of living, renowned for its delicious cuisine and numerous health benefits. Discover the key components of the Mediterranean diet, practical tips for meal planning, and the importance of physical activity and social connections. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their well-being and embrace a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle. Listen and transform your health with the timeless wisdom of the Mediterranean.