Body Cues, Brain Maps: A Psychiatrist's Guide to Mind-Body Wellness

Welcome to Body Cues, Brain Maps - a simple guide to help you engage with the connection between your mind and your body.

The mind and body are intricately connected and one cannot thrive without the other. When indicated, medication plays a vital role in mental health. But, the integration of lifestyle changes and physical activity is essential to sustainable healing and growth.

This pocket book is a collection of practical activities designed to help you recognize the subtle interactions between mind and body throughout the day. It offers tools to reduce stress, support feeling grounded and improve overall wellbeing. The evidence behind these tools is supported by select scientific references that are included within each section. This is by no means an exhaustive list.

You will find a range of approaches - from simple movement-based activities to reflective practices - that can be seamlessly integrated into your daily routine. You don't need any special tools or prior experience. Start anywhere, go at your own pace, and use this as a resource you can return to when you need a reset.