The WOW Book

In her debut book, Carla LaBella invites you to explore the evolving field of Positive Psychology with her. She has mindfully contextualized this discussion, and written a book that is accessible and of interest to those both new to and familiar with this area of study. Part workbook, part scholarly review, she highlights WOW strategies that are linked to optimizing well-being, and shares evidence-based tips and tricks that will nudge you from “knowing” to “doing”. Get ready to explore your purpose, values, and strengths, through thought-provoking, self-reflective, and action-oriented exercises that will help you create a meaningFULL life worth living.

Inside The Book

Part I: Foundations

Positive Psychology
Mind-Body Connection

Part II: WOW Tips

WOW Tips Body

WOW Tip 1: Breathe

WOW Tip 2: Sleep

WOW Tip 3: Exercise

WOW Tip 4: Practice Self-Care

WOW Tips: Mind

WOW Tip 5: Cultivate Mindfulness

WOW Tip 6: Challenge Your Perspective & Mind Chatter

WOW Tip 7: Make Meaning As You Create Empowering Stories

WOW Tip 8: Cultivate Gratitude

WOW Tip 9: Practice Self-Compassion

WOW Tip 10: Become More Time-Affluent

WOW Tip 11: Create A New Relationship With Your Tech Devices

WOW Tip 12: Apply Your Strengths

WOW Tips: Beyond Me

WOW Tip 13: Discover And Live Your Purpose

WOW Tip 14: Foster Connection

WOW Tip 15: Help Others

Part III

Moving From Knowing To Doing—The Science of Goal Setting and Achieving

Let Us Start At The End...

The Concluding Paragraph of The WOW Book

As you journey forward, I hope you have a fuller toolbox as you move toward the goals that matter most to you, and that you encounter each moment along your path with a curious mind and open heart. Embrace the pause and find solace and grounding in your breath and/or body as you continue to learn, stretch, and bend. Be flexible as you decide how to spend this invaluable resource, as you keep coming back to this basic question in each moment: Is this how I want to spend my energy? That is the essence of bendABILITY, the moment-by-moment choice of if and when to bend and exert energy and effort as you create a meaningFULL life worth living.

Are you ready to start building your toolbox,
and learning tips and tricks to help you move from knowing to doing?

The WOW Book Previews

Take a peek at what’s inside!