American Detox: The Myth of Wellness and How We Can Truly Heal by Kerri Kelly (Paperback) (Audiobook) (NEW)

Explore a new way to think about healing with American Detox. Broaden your definition of what it means to be well and re-imagine healing with this inspiring book from Kerri Kelly. Plus, 10% of the purchase price goes to support adult literacy through ProLiteracy. The myth of wellness is a lie. And until we learn to confront and dismantle its toxic systems, we can’t ever be well.Better, stronger, healthier, whole--the wellness industry promises us that with enough intention, investment, and positive thinking, we’ll unlock our best selves and find meaning and purpose in a chaotic and confusing world.The problem? It’s a lie.The industry soars upwards of $650 billion a year, but we’re still isolated, insecure, and inequitable. “Wellness” isn’t making us well; it’s making us worse.It diverts our attention and holds us back from asking the questions that do help us heal: Who gets to be well in America? Who’s harmed--and who's left out? And what’s the real-life cost of our obsession with s