Amy Larocca’s How to Be Well is a sharp, witty, and refreshingly honest deep dive into the booming—and often bewildering—world of self-care. With a journalist’s eye for detail and a skeptic’s sense of humor, Larocca investigates the ever-expanding wellness industry, from infrared saunas to mushroom coffee, revealing both its promises and its pitfalls.
This isn’t a how-to manual. It’s a cultural critique wrapped in personal narrative, exposing the contradictions of a society obsessed with optimization yet plagued by burnout. Larocca brings compassion and clarity to the chaos, making you laugh while also helping you think more critically about what “wellness” really means.
Perfect for anyone who’s ever scrolled through a list of trending biohacks or shelled out money for a wellness trend that didn’t quite deliver, How to Be Well is a timely and engaging read. It’s both a cautionary tale and a call to reclaim a more grounded, humane approach to caring for ourselves.
Highly recommended for readers interested in health culture, modern feminism, and the intersection of commerce and well-being.