
Broken Promises and False Prophets: Rina Raphael on the Business of Wellness
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Wellness: A Modern Faith
This chapter explores the parallels between wellness practices and organized religion, examining how the wellness industry fulfills spiritual and communal needs. It discusses marketing strategies that prey on emotional vulnerabilities, especially among women, and critiques the commercialization of wellness through boutique fitness centers. The conversation also reflects on the challenges in women's health and the lure of alternative wellness solutions amid shortcomings in traditional medical services.
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