American Detox - The Myth of Wellness and How We Can Truly Heal
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking book talk featuring Kerri Kelly, author of "American Detox: The Myth of Wellness and How We Can Truly Heal," as she challenges the $650 billion wellness industry's approach to healing. Discover why individual self-improvement practices may not be the solution to our collective well-being and learn about Kelly's proposed path to true healing. Delve into topics such as detoxing from individualism, disrupting failing systems, redefining wellness, building strong relationships, and recommitting to justice. Join Kelly and fellow author Mia Birdsong in this engaging conversation, part of Aspen Ideas: Health 2022, as they discuss the importance of collective well-being and community in achieving true wellness.
Syllabus
Book Talk: American Detox
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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