In When the Body Says No: The Hidden Cost of Stress, Phile Moller was first introduced to Gabor Maté through his earlier work, Scattered Minds, which she highly recommends for those seeking ADHD/ADD reading material. However, it was When the Body Says No that truly resonated with her. Throughout the chapters, Dr. Maté intricately links the mind-body connection using his own experiences as a physician, case studies, and scientific research. He sheds light on the often-overlooked connection between emotional health and physical well-being, elucidating the hidden costs of stress and trauma. For anyone curious about the deeper implications beyond purely medical explanations of chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, cancer, heart problems, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, and irritable bowel syndrome, this book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between mind and body.

Phile Moller has always been an avid reader, with certain books marking significant stages in her life. She recalls the adventures of Jessica and Elizabeth in Sweet Valley High, the magic of J.R.R. Tolkien, and the wit of Terry Pratchett. Now in private practice, Phile seeks literature that helps both her and her clients in their journeys of self-discovery. This pursuit led her to Bibliotherapy, which aligns reading with personal growth. To share their insights, Phile collaborated with fellow psychologists on a new blog series featuring their best reads. Her first recommendation is Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb, where she intertwines her journey as a psychotherapist with the stories of her patients, beautifully normalising therapy and making it accessible to anyone curious about the process.