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Brave Healer Productions has released its sixth book in the acclaimed The Wellness Universe Guide to Self-Care series, titled The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care: 25 Tools for Transformation. The announcement was made on July 14, 2025, by Laura Di Franco, the CEO of the Bethesda-based publishing company.
This latest installment is guided by Anna Pereira, founder of The Wellness Universe. In her introduction, Pereira emphasizes the transformative journey that individuals can undertake. She notes, “This journey is personal, powerful, and possible—especially when you have the right tools, people, and perspectives by your side.” Pereira defines wellness as achieving harmony across various life domains, including mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and environmental aspects.
The book features contributions from over three dozen experts and inspirational figures, covering a wide range of topics. These include transitioning from pain to power, establishing healthy boundaries, and manifesting one’s aspirations in just three minutes. Notable contributors include Laurina Anderson, Jill “GiGi” Austin, Nicole Batiste, and Sharon Carne, among others.
Insights from Experts and Praise for the Guide
The foreword of the book is written by sports expert and entrepreneur Hugo Varela, who is also married to Pereira. Varela highlights the significance of the experts’ shared experiences, stating, “Anna has gathered remarkable experts who open their hearts and share their journeys—not just by offering lessons, but real tools born from experience, resilience, and transformation.” He emphasizes that each contribution serves as a testament to the strength found in vulnerability.
The book has garnered positive feedback from various readers. Betsy Cutler, Vice President of Corporate Wellness and Safeguarding for the United Soccer League, describes it as a vital resource for navigating trauma and fostering positivity. She notes, “Readers are greeted by a community of experts and practical tools to help move through trauma into understanding and practices to transform to positivity, self-awareness, and self-reliance.”
Another reader, sports journalist and television host Cindy Santos, expresses appreciation for the book’s nurturing tone, stating, “This book feels like a spiritual hug—it welcomes you, inspires you, and gently reminds you that you deserve the same care and compassion you so often give to others.”
About the Publishers and The Wellness Universe
Founded by Laura Di Franco, Brave Healer Productions specializes in book publishing and business strategy for healers. The company has published nearly 100 Amazon best-selling titles, including The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing series and other books within The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care series. More information about their services can be found at lauradifranco.com.
Anna Pereira has dedicated her career to promoting wellness through various projects and events. As the founder of The Wellness Universe, Pereira has positively impacted the lives of over 700,000 individuals through her platform and her Facebook page, Circles of Inspiration by Anna Pereira.
For further inquiries, Anna Pereira can be reached at [email protected], and Laura Di Franco at (703) 915-3653 or [email protected]. More about the company can be accessed at www.BraveHealer.com.
