A Wellness Book Club of Sorts
We believe that wellness is not only built through what we consume physically, but what we engage with mentally — the ideas, perspectives, and conversations that expand our understanding of health, beauty, and the world around us.
TL:DR? What we read can shape how we think. And how we think can shape how we live.
This month our team is sharing the books that have changed, or are currently consuming our time. We’ve compiled a reading list that brings together a mix of science, spirituality, culture, and daily nourishment — each offering a different lens on what it means to live well.
Midlife Awakening by Marianne Williamson
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In Midlife Awakening, Marianne Williamson reframes midlife not as a period of decline, but as a powerful moment of transformation. Blending spirituality with lived experience, she explores identity, purpose, and personal evolution — inviting readers to step into a deeper, more authentic version of themselves. It’s both grounding and expansive in its perspective.
Recommended by Elle, founder of WelleCo.
The Third Plate by Dan Barber
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Dan Barber’s The Third Plate redefines how we think about food — not as something to be engineered for convenience, but as part of a larger ecological system. Through storytelling and science, Barber explores the future of sustainable eating, challenging the way we source, grow, and consume food. It’s a thoughtful reminder that true nourishment begins at the source.
Recommended by Erika, WelleCo Freelance Writer
The Gospel of Wellness by Rina Raphael
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Rina Raphael takes a sharp, investigative look at the modern wellness industry in The Gospel of Wellness. Examining the rise of health culture through a cultural and commercial lens, she questions what we’re being sold — and why. It’s a compelling, thought-provoking read that encourages discernment, without dismissing the value of feeling well.
Recommended by Mel, Creative Strategist.
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
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A seminal work in understanding trauma, The Body Keeps the Score explores how our experiences are stored within the body — shaping both physical and emotional health. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk bridges neuroscience and psychology to offer a deeper understanding of healing, resilience, and the mind-body connection. It’s an essential read for anyone interested in the foundations of wellbeing.
Recommended by Maddy, Brand Manager.
Botanical Beauty Hunter by Maddy Dixon
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Maddy Dixon’s Botanical Beauty Hunter is a global exploration of natural beauty rituals, ingredients, and traditions. Travelling across continents, Dixon uncovers the cultural roots of skincare and wellness, celebrating the power of plants and time-honoured practices. It’s both a visual and sensory journey — one that reconnects beauty with nature.
Recommended by the whole team, because it’s one of our own! How could we not?
And finally, it wouldn’t be a WelleCo reading list without mentioning:
Elle: Life, Lessons, and Learning to Trust Yourself by Elle Macpherson
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In her deeply personal memoir, our founder Elle shares the experiences that shaped her approach to health, beauty, and ultimately her journey of self-trust and love. Moving beyond the external image the world knows, she reflects on her journey toward inner wellbeing — from navigating professional and personal stress and imbalance to redefining what it means to feel truly well. It offers an intimate look at the philosophy behind WelleCo: that real beauty begins through wellness, and is built through consistency, awareness, and care.
Each of these books offers something different, yet they all return to a similar idea:
Wellness is not one-dimensional. It is deeply personal.
It’s informed not only by what we eat, but how we think, how we feel, and how we choose to engage with ourselves and the world around us.
Sometimes, the most powerful shifts begin with a new perspective. For this, we have books to be forever grateful for.