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The Top 7 Books Every Wellness Enthusiast Should Read

Knowledge is more than just power in the wellness world — it’s a pathway to a healthier, happier life.

Jennifer McDougall
3 min readNov 27, 2023
The Top 7 Books Every Wellness Enthusiast Should Read
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For those embarking on a wellness journey, books can be invaluable resources. They offer insights, inspire change, and provide practical guidance. Whether you’re a seasoned wellness enthusiast or just starting, these top 7 books are must-reads to enrich your wellness library.

“The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk

This groundbreaking book delves deep into the world of trauma and its lasting effects on the body and mind. Bessel van der Kolk, a leading expert in trauma, illustrates how trauma reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. It also offers hope, with innovative treatments—from neurofeedback and meditation to sports, drama, and yoga—that offer new paths to recovery by activating the brain’s natural neuroplasticity.

“The Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest” by Dan Buettner

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Jennifer McDougall
Jennifer McDougall

Written by Jennifer McDougall

Host of Life Refined podcast 🎙️ Personal Growth | Self-Improvement | Wellness 💡 Helping you level up your mindset & life. https://linktr.ee/jenmcdougall

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