A Practical Guide to Well-being: Live Well & Stress-Free

by Patricia Furness-Smith

This book is full of expert, practical advice which teaches you to use the latest scientific knowledge to achieve a healthy state of mind and body.

BECOME MORE ENERGIZED by adopting quality sleep patterns.

OPTIMIZE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH by harnessing your natural ability to heal.

ACHIEVE CALM by learning to manage your stress levels.

DISCOVER HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT by investing in yourself and others.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Mental Health, Psychology

224 pages, Paperback

First published February 5, 2015

Reviews

[Hayden Tomlins · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great summary and introduction to wellbeing which is brief but well put together. I found the early chapters did a good job of defining some key areas and terms with some interesting segues into psychology and philosophy along the way. A couple of the techniques described were familiar to me but were explained well and certainly helped filled in some personal knowledge gaps!

I will say that the explanations of the biological aspects - nervous system etc - went on a bit too long for me, but then I do find biology boring... stupid humans 😉

Probably the most surprising part of the book for me was the final section on sleep. Here, some really enlightening insights into the links between sleep and wellbeing, alongside decent explanations of sleep rhythms and stages and the effects on us of disturbing these through poor sleep discipline and diet.

Overall, a great book that goes far beyond your bog-standard "smile more, meditate more and eat kale" wellbeing fare as is so common in this genre. As such, recommended. I will certainly be reading more in this series (thank you Prime Reading!)

[Erin Horner · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book really helpful and not too preachy which I was scared of. It's very scientific and it really covers everything from self confidence and seeking validation from others to insomnia, to the benefits of eating healthy and exercising, different techniques to relax.

[fred roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Common sense

Mostly dry and although some what knowledgeable but too much intrinsic jargon. Mostly common sense. It was informative but boring.

[KATHRYN HARDY · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book helpful. It explains wellbeing and then gives a structured approach to improving your own well being.

[Esther Dan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Has many practical steps on health & sleep. Some great facts on nutrition. Highly recommend for sure

[Laura-leigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite in-depth for an introduction. Very useful.