The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care

Self-care is everywhere but sound-bites on this trendy subject tend to focus more on face masks and bubble baths than on its key objective: mental health. Now, top health writer Anna Borges is here to fix that in THE MORE OF LESS DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO SELF-CARE.



Formerly at BuzzFeed, Borges helped popularize the self-care movement in the first place, and her book distills the 'self-care internet' into an A to Z list with over 200 entries - from soul-searching prompts to simple pick-me-ups. Readers can tailor their own routines by choosing among Borges's strategies, which cover four distinctive realms of self-care: physical, mental, social, and spiritual.



Drawing on real-world experience (her own and others') as well as expert advice, Borges empowers readers to take charge of their well-being. This beautifully illustrated guide is a one-stop shop for mind, body, and soul.

“"Anna Borges boasts a keen understanding of all the parts of ourselves we typically fail to nourish, and just what damage that can do over time. Whether you're desperate for an emotional overhaul or just looking for extra ways to boost your mood, there's something in this book for everyone. It's bursting with specific, actionable solutions and sound advice." --Andrea Bonior, PhD, licensed clinical psychologist and "Baggage Check" mental health advice columnist "Anna Borges has done more to promote health and wellness for the general public than any other contemporary writer I know. Weaving together scientific truths, personal experience, and regular people's stories, Borges calls out the stigma and shame that prevents us from prioritizing our well-being. This is an often hilarious and occasionally heartbreaking guide for anyone feeling overwhelmed. As a therapist, I'll recommend this book to my clients to help them cope with stress and manage their emotions between sessions. It's so entertaining and informative they (okay, I) won't put it down." --Ryan Howes, PhD, ABPP, clinical psychologist and writer for Psychology Today and Psychotherapy Networker Magazine”

The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care is a tool for anyone feeling overwhelmed and looking for the tools and validation to intentionally take care of themselves.-- "Nylon"
2019 Foreword INDIES Gold Winner

"How to Make 'Self-Care' Actually Feel Like Self-Care-- "The New York Times"
Give your Type A friend who runs herself ragged The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care, which provides personalized tips for increasing her day-to-day well-being.-- "Los Angeles Times"
Relax. Taking care of yourself is not meant to be stressful. In The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care, writer Anna Borges acknowledges that the needs people have fall on a spectrum, and gives practical tips for implementing self-care in our busy lives.-- "Allure"
Sometimes it seems like 'self-care' is just more work. Luckily, Anna Borges wrote the ultimate manual to keeping your head on (and happy) in a chaotic world. Internalize Borges' advice until self-care is second nature.-- "Refinery29"

Anna Borges was most recently a senior health and wellness writer at BuzzFeed, where she helped build its mental health platform from the ground up. She lives in Brooklyn and this is her first book.

Self-care is everywhere but sound-bites on this trendy subject tend to focus more on face masks and bubble baths than on its key objective: mental health. Now, top health writer Anna Borges is here to fix that in THE MORE OF LESS DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO SELF-CARE.Formerly at BuzzFeed , Borges helped popularize the self-care movement in the first place, and her book distills the 'self-care internet' into an A to Z list with over 200 entries - from soul-searching prompts to simple pick-me-ups. Readers can tailor their own routines by choosing among Borges's strategies, which cover four distinctive realms of self-care: physical, mental, social, and spiritual.Drawing on real-world experience (her own and others') as well as expert advice, Borges empowers readers to take charge of their well-being. This beautifully illustrated guide is a one-stop shop for mind, body, and soul.

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