Although the title is directed at a younger audience, this book is an excellent introduction to mindfulness for all ages. The author uses easily accessible language and creative examples and metaphors to explain how to be mindful and develop meditative practices. The author covers the practical aspects of how to develop calming, non-judgmental mindfulness practices while also addressing common challenges including restlessness, skepticism, and procrastination. Later chapters focus on more advanced mindfulness practices including movement meditation, breathwork, resilience training, visualization, and developing authentic practices that add meaning and value to a person's life.

Dr. Lakshmin provides a look at why traditional self-care practices (referred to as fauk self-care by the author) are ineffective and provides a framework for creating a self-care practice that nourishes the soul without needing expensive products or retreats. The book begins with a critical look at current self-care practices and the negative aspects of the wellness industry on mental health.  In the second half of the book, the author outlines and then dives into the four principles of eudaimonic well-being: creating boundaries while determining priorities, developing self-compassion, discovering core values and authenticity, and owning your decisions and reclaiming your power. With relatable stories from her work with patients and guided exercises to help develop an internal self-care routine, this book provides a refreshing and reimagined look at how self-care can be reclaimed to be impactful and promote lasting change to reclaim wellness.

In this book, Dr. Hamilton focuses on the science underlying many forms of alternative practices. After an introduction on the science of the mind including the power of visualization and the placebo effect, Dr. Hamilton uses subsequent chapters to dive into the scientific understanding behind meditation, reiki, prayer, nature exposure, and other related alternative practices. Each chapter relates specific scientific studies that have shown benefits and limitations of each type of alternative practice. Final chapters look at why these alternative practices are still stigmatizing even with increasing evidence for their effectiveness and how to incorporate these practices into your daily life.