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"This is a wonderful book that integrates a practical and inspiring path to nourishing the whole self, honoring mind, body and spirit. Clear tools and mindful practices based on scientific research, wisdom practices, and Andrea's expertise are offered throughout that if followed open the door into living a life that is nourished, fun, resourced, and whole--with food in its place as a source of nourishment not struggle."—Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind
"Andrea Lieberstein's book helps the reader with an essential task – realizing the full potential of their life. This workbook guides us through an assessment of eight realms in our life that require "nourishment" through mindful attention. These include the realms of the physical, emotional, psychological, social intellectual, creative, spiritual and worldly. Through her clear writing, stories, science-based practices and creative exercises the author guides the reader in forming a plan for a life that is well rounded, well nourished and personally satisfying"—Jan Chozen Bays, author of Mindful Eating"Not only full of deeply thoughtful, useful ideas and methods, this book is very nurturing and beautifully designed. A jewel from a gem of a teacher."—Rick Hanson, Ph.D., author of Buddha’s Brain
"This book is medicine for your soul. It will take you on a journey exploring the different aspects of yourself, showing you how to receive deep nourishment and be happy from the inside out. The clear, powerful practices give you tangible ways to balance and nourish your own life and, through your own fulfilled life, help nourish the world."—Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of Happy for No Reason
"The spirit of this book is all encompassing, creating a path to higher wisdom through deepening our relationship to food, eating, and our bodies. This broad wisdom is complemented by many practical elements to help you along the way; tools to be used and questions to be reflected on, drawing on that capacity for mindfulness that we all have to cultivate deeper understanding and balance."—Jean L. Kristeller, Ph.D., author of The Joy of Half a Cookie
"Well Nourished is a beautiful book. Its message is not about depriving ourselves of food but truly serving ourselves with a feast that supports health, happiness, and a meaningful life. I highly recommend this wise and loving book that guides us in living the life we want to be living."—Bob Stahl, Ph.D.
"Well Nourished is a rich and comprehensive guidebook that not only helps the reader establish a healthy relationship to food, but also uses it as a vehicle to greater experience consciousness, mindfulness, and true fulfillment in all areas of one’s life. As a result, it allows your goodness to shine through and help awaken it in those around you. An excellent offering."—James Baraz, author of Awakening Joy: 10 Steps to Happiness
"Andrea Lieberstein’s Well Nourishedis a delightful feast combining behavioral science research, practical exercises, and a heathy dose of personal and professional experience. She has crafted a sensible and compassionate guide to nourishing yourself in body, mind, and spirit."—David S. Sobel, M.D., M.P.H.
This is a wonderful book that integrates a practical and inspiring path to nourishing the whole self, honoring mind, body and spirit. Clear tools and mindful practices based on scientific research, wisdom practices, and Andrea's expertise are offered throughout that if followed open the door into living a life that is nourished, fun, resourced, and whole--with food in its place as a source of nourishment not struggle.―Joan Borysenko, PhD, author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind
"A practical, compassionate, customizable approach to an issue that can feel insurmountable—we have to eat to survive, but failing to address our relationship with food and overeating can stunt our ability to thrive and live fully."―Mindful
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