Mind, Body & Soul: The Body Shop Book of Wellbeing

by The Body Shop

It is said that beauty is not only skin-deep, and that to feel really good one needs to nurture mind and soul, as well as body. Divided into three main sections, this book offers information and exercises, which combine to provide a practical guide to achieving well-being. "Well-being and the mind" considers issues such as stress and self-awareness, and looks at the various therapies available - from hypnotherapy to meditation - detailing expected results. Practical do's and don'ts are included. "Body" takes an in-depth look at physical care, from skin and hair to healing foods, energy enhancers and exercise. Practical step-by-step instructions are given for a range of body therapies, from aromatherapy to t'ai chi and yoga. "Soul" focuses on the inner self and how one can free the spirit through making connections with the natural world, as well as specific spiritual practices such as creating a sacred space for oneself.

Genres: Health

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[𖤐MxBookWitch➳ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Re-read: This is the first Book I’ve finished reading in 2020! 🥳

I’ve had this Book for *ages* & I’m sure I’ve re-read it before-Pre joining Goodreads... 🤔 It took me *ages* to re-read it this time, as I started reading it enthusiastically back in Aug/Summertime-But then put down/left it for ages! 🙈

It’s an ace Book for reminding yourself/learning about the mind/body/spirit connection, self care & physical/mental/spiritual health. 😊

It also has loads of {simply presented} information about *how* to look after yourself, your mind/body/spirit & how to use different techniques to do this, that can fit within your lifestyle. 👍🏽

The images are lovely, the writing’s calm & firm-But not patronising & it’s all very straightforward. Being Vegan myself, I obviously also like that the nutritional info leans towards being plant based. 🌱 But then that’s not surprising, as {originally} The Body Shop was all about that vibe! 💚

It could do with being updated for 2020-As it was originally published in 1998, which was 12 years ago-Wait, what? 🤭 So now there’s general info in it that needs updating, as well as loads more that could be added to it. Also, the part about relationships is very Womxn orientated & inclusive of other cultures, which is great. 👌🏽 But it’s not unforch very inclusive to any other genders/identities/sexualities & their experiences of life/the rituals/experiences that they mention. But again, probs coz 1998! 😄

But anyways, I deffo recommend it-If you’re into that sorta thing! 😉