What’s on the Shelf: 4 Healing Books You Can Borrow from Our Little Library

At Women’s Health Collaborative, we believe healing happens in community, and that includes sharing the stories, science, and wisdom that have supported us on our wellness journeys.

 

That’s why we’ve created a little borrowing library in our space. It’s filled with handpicked books chosen to help you feel more grounded, more informed, and more connected to your healing process.

 

Whether you’re navigating burnout, gut issues, anxiety, or just looking for a deeper sense of balance, there’s something here for you. Here are four titles we’re loving right now:

 

Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey

This book is for anyone who feels like they’re always running on empty. Tricia Hersey, founder of The Nap Ministry, invites us to rethink the grind culture that glorifies exhaustion. Her message is clear and powerful: rest is not a luxury—it’s a portal to healing, clarity, and liberation. If you’ve been longing for permission to slow down, this is the wake-up call disguised as a lullaby.

 

Why you might love it:

  • You’re chronically burned out or overwhelmed

  • You’re curious about how rest can be a form of resistance

  • You need a reminder that you are worthy of rest, now, not when your to-do list is done

 

Super Gut by Dr. William Davis

If you’ve been struggling with bloating, fatigue, or sugar cravings, this book offers a science-backed, gut-first approach to transforming your health. Dr. Davis reveals how disruptions in your microbiome can impact everything from your digestion to your brain—and how to repair it using food, fermented drinks, and targeted supplements.

 

Why you might love it:

  • You’re looking for natural ways to rebalance your gut health

  • You’ve tried everything for brain fog or low energy

  • You want a plan that blends science with doable action steps

 

The Maps We Carry by Rose Cartwright

This poetic and deeply personal memoir is a lifeline for anyone living with obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, or emotional intensity. Rose Cartwright writes with honesty and courage about the journey of learning to live with—and love—her mind. A reminder that being human is messy, and healing is never linear.

 

Why you might love it:

  • You’re seeking real, relatable stories about mental health

  • You live with neurodivergence or emotional overwhelm

  • You want to feel seen and reminded that you’re not alone

 

Activate Your Vagus Nerve by Dr. Navaz Habib

This book is all about your nervous system’s secret healing switch: the vagus nerve. Dr. Habib offers easy, accessible techniques to tone the vagus nerve and bring the body back into balance. From breathwork to cold exposure to humming, these simple practices can help reduce anxiety, inflammation, and chronic stress.

 

Why you might love it:

  • You want practical tools to calm your nervous system

  • You’re interested in the science behind stress and healing

  • You’re looking for small, daily changes that can make a big difference

 

Next time you’re in, take a moment to explore our little library. Borrow a book, make a cup of tea, and see what speaks to you.

 

Because sometimes, the right book comes along at exactly the right time.