About the Book
Do you feel bombarded by social media, family, friends, or healthcare providers telling you to get healthy and change your lifestyle so you can live your best life? You're busy, so it's easy to put off healthy habits and even harder to know where to start.
Look no further! In this book, you'll discover a no-pressure, straightforward sampler of wellbeing approaches you can choose from to embrace a healthier lifestyle starting today. With more than 40 years of academic and practical experience working in corporate health and wellbeing, Dr. Seth Serxner distills his scientific expertise into commonsense practices you can fit into your everyday life.
Whether you've tried to make healthy changes that haven't stuck, or you're overwhelmed by the idea of fitting new lifestyle changes into your already busy life, The Wellbeing Effect will help you...
Understand which simple well-being approaches best support your goals
Learn the secret to making lasting change that leads to a happier, healthier life
Implement straightforward health hacks into your daily routine
Develop a wellbeing mindset that will change your entire outlook on life
Experience more joy and fulfillment by aligning with your purpose
About the Author :
Seth Serxner is a recognized expert and leader in health and wellbeing who brings the breadth of his experience in academia, industry, and consulting to serve others. Currently an independent consultant and internationally recognized speaker on health and wellbeing, he formerly served as the chief health officer and senior vice president of population health for Optum a Fortunate 5 health and wellbeing company. His versatile skill set helps him engage with his audiences and ensures processes and outcomes that improve health for clients in all markets with whom he works. He has more than 30 years of experience in health and productivity management and has published more than 50 articles and chapters.Seth earned a Master of Public Health from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a doctorate from the University of California, Irvine, where his research focused on health promotion and disease prevention in the school of social ecology.
Review :
"Seth Serxner reminds us that wellbeing isn't a checklist-it's a living, evolving practice built on small steps, interconnected ideas, and habits that feed into one another. There's no one-size-fits-all here-Seth offers a framework that honors individuality, curiosity, and community."
-Stephanie Szostak, Actor and Author of SELF!SH: Step Into a Journey of Self-Discovery to Revive Confidence, Joy, and Meaning
"The Wellbeing Effect offers a powerful blueprint for anyone seeking to improve their wellbeing. With practical frameworks and evidence-based insights, it guides the reader with clarity and compassion, making the journey toward better health approachable and actionable. As someone on a 25-year wellbeing journey, I can attest to the author's discipline and authenticity. His openness in sharing the transformative impact of his personal wellbeing practices adds depth and inspiration to this timely and important book."
-Joe Gagnon, CEO, Ultra-Endurance Athlete and Author of Living the High Performance Life: An Average Joe's Guide to the Extraordinary
"This book shines a light on the robust evidence base supporting a more integrative approach to wellbeing. As someone involved the wellbeing space for many decades, I can attest to the author's discipline in walking his talk and appreciate his candor as he shares the role of wellbeing in contributing to his own health and wellbeing."
-Kenneth R. Pelletier, PhD, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine
Author of Change Your Genes, Change Your Life: Creating Optimal Health with the New Science of Epigenetics and Sound Mind, Sound Body: A New Model for Lifelong Health
"The Wellbeing Effect: Bite-Sized Practices for Busy People to Lead Healthier, Happier Lives goes well beyond the promised smorgasbord of easy-to-digest ideas on how to live our best lives. It packages a full meal of science-backed guidance into a playful tasting menu, inviting the reader to peruse a buffet of appetizing opportunities to advance wellbeing. Drawing upon his 40 years of experience as a researcher and business leader, Dr. Serxner translates heady research into clear information that is highly relatable and practical. A refreshing and engaging read for anyone interested in living life to its fullest."
-Dr. Jessica Grossmeier, PhD, MPH, Author of Reimagining Workplace Wellbeing: Fostering a Culture of Purpose, Connection, and Transcendence
"The Wellbeing Effect is a smart and practical approach to fit wellbeing into a busy life. This book delivers real strategies without overwhelm, and it does so with authenticity and clarity."
-Thomas M. Chamberlain, PharmD, Founder & CEO, EdLogics
"What a refreshing approach to wellbeing. This book is smart, unique, and written for the busy person wanting to fit practical, health-promoting tools into their life."
-Dexter Shurney, MD, MBA, MPH, FACLM, DipABLM, Chief Health Officer, Blue Zones LLC, President, ACLM's Center for Lifestyle Medicine Innovation (CLMI)
"In The Wellbeing Effect, author Seth Serxner writes with a curious spirit that makes personal wellbeing accessible with practical steps toward better health. A true leader in the wellbeing space, Seth not only champions these strategies-he lives them. His work has positively impacted thousands, and his book is a testament to his lifelong commitment to personal and collective wellbeing."
-Karen Moseley, President & CEO, Health Enhancement Research Organization (HERO)