An empowering celebration of bodies, promoting body positivity such as gratitude for our puffy cheeks that help us eat; strength in our round bellies that help store our food; pride in our natural hair; appreciation for the color of our skin; and more.

"Body Language 101 is an attractive, practical introduction to the conscious and unconscious body language people use to express mood, attitude, and status. Here, nonverbal communication from around the world is examined and interpreted. Not only is the body language common to all cultures scrutinized, but regional varieties of gestures are illustrated, and their meanings compared and contrasted."-back cover.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Bad Feminist: a searingly honest memoir of food, weight, self-image, and learning how to feed your hunger while taking care of yourself. "I ate and ate and ate in the hopes that if I made myself big, my body would be safe. I buried the girl I was because she ran into all kinds of trouble. I tried to erase every memory of her, but she is still there, somewhere. . . . I was trapped in my body, one that...

A guide to self-healing outlines such techniques as subconscious release, chakra clearing, and energy therapy.

"Most of us are constantly plugged in and stressed out--tethered to our phones and email, overworked and inactive at our desk jobs, and out of touch with what our bodies and our brains really need. [This book provides a] reset button, an immersive experience in mental and physical self-care that will [help] transform your daily routine and your habits"--Publisher marketing.

"As many as 5-10 million Americans may suffer from body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) yet it remains under-recognized by both mental health professionals and the general public. Tormented by obsessive thoughts associated with physical appearance, and related compulsive behaviors, people with BDD believe their bodies are flawed or even deformed-imperfections typically not noticeable to others. High suicide attempt rates, the pursuit of cosmetic remedies...

Learn about sweat, ear wax, and snot.

"At twenty-nine, Kelsey Miller had done it all: crash diets, healthy diets, and nutritionist-prescribed 'eating plans,' which are diets that you pay more money for. She'd been fighting her un-thin body since early childhood, and after a lifetime of failure, finally hit bottom. No diet could transform her body or her life ... With the help of an intuitive eating coach and fitness professionals, she learned how to eat based on her body's instincts and...

A neuroscientist transforms the way we think about our brain, our health, and our personal happiness in this clear, informative, and inspiring guide-a blend of personal memoir, science narrative, and immediately useful takeaways that bring the human brain into focus as never before, revealing the powerful connection between exercise, learning, memory, and cognitive abilities. Nearing forty, Dr. Wendy Suzuki was at the pinnacle of her career. An award-winning...

Everyday activities such as using the computer, driving, or even curling up with a good book can create tension in the neck and shoulders. It's no wonder that so many of us have persistent discomfort and pain in these areas. Healing Yoga for Neck and Shoulder Pain presents simple, yoga-based practices that you can do at work and at home to release muscle tension for immediate relief. After suffering from chronic neck pain for years, author and yoga...