How This Book Came to Be

In response to student feedback and my own reflection on course content, I found myself diving into book after book, each contributing relevant and unique perspectives related to topics under the wellness umbrella. The good news? Many brilliant minds, whether intentionally or not, have compiled a wealth of wisdom, insight, and practical knowledge on wellness-related topics. The bad news? Accessing that goldmine of information often requires reading or listening to countless books (ain’t nobody got time for that!). Not to mention, most of these resources are not free.

This book represents nearly a decade of exploration, reflection, student feedback, and teaching experience all distilled into a straightforward, accessible resource. It aims to clearly define what personal wellness is and offers battle-tested, evidence-based strategies to practice and promote it.

There are undoubtedly more exceptional works out there that are not (yet) included in this book. As new research, information and insights emerge, I plan to keep updating and refining this book via new editions. If you believe there is a resource, concept, or topic that should be included or considered, I encourage you to send it my way!