From New York Times bestselling author Kris Carr, comes a transformational book about love, loss, and all the life-changing insights we receive when we embrace them. A few years ago, Kris Carr’s world was falling apart. Her father was dying, she had to pivot her business because of the pandemic, and she was on the verge of reaching her twenty-year milestone of living with an incurable Stage IV cancer diagnosis. While sitting in a CVS parking lot, she broke down, finally allowing herself to feel the massive stress and sadness she had been suppressing in order to seem strong for those around her, and for herself. And then she asked herself, “If embracing my intense emotions helped me feel even the slightest bit better, why was I so determined to avoid them? And given how all-encompassing this hint of catharsis felt, where else in my life have I been avoiding grief?” In this book, Kris shares her (embarrassing, painful, helpful, hilarious, and sometimes inappropriate) stories and observations about what to expect when you’re not expecting your world to fall apart. If your life has been turned upside down—whether it be the dissolving of a relationship or marriage, the end of a job or career, any other number of significant unexpected transitions. . . or, like Kris, you are wrestling with the pain that comes from an illness or the death of a loved one, this book is filled with real-life experiences, practices, and insights that can help you feel better—not cured—but better. It will provide comfort and community as you learn that these big messy emotions can be a catalyst to take inventory of your life, figure out what matters most, and reset. . . because as Kris says, “when we’re brave enough to tend to our hearts: Our messy emotions can teach us how to be free––not free from pain, but free from the fear of pain and the barrier it creates to fully living.”

The author of the best-selling Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips and Crazy Sexy Cancer Survivor takes on the crazy sexy subject of what and how we eat, drink, and think. Crazysexydiet.com On the heels of Kris Carr's best-selling cancer survival guidebooks and her acclaimed TLC documentary comes her new journey into a realm vital to anyone's health. Infused with her signature sass, wit and advice-from-the-trenches style, Crazy Sexy Diet is a beautifully illustrated resource that puts you on the fast track to vibrant health, happiness and a great ass! Along with help from her posse of experts, Carr lays out the fundamentals of her Crazy Sexy Diet: a low-glycemic, vegetarian program that emphasizes balancing the pH of the body with lush whole and raw foods, nourishing organic green drinks, and scrumptious smoothies. Plus, she shares the steps of her own twenty-one-day cleanse, and simple but delectable sample recipes. In ten chapters with titles such as, "pHabulous," "Coffee, Cupcakes and Cocktails," "Make Juice Not War," and "God-Pod Glow," Carr empowers readers to move from a state of constant bodily damage control to one of renewal and repair. In addition to debunking common diet myths and sharing vital tips on detoxifying our bodies and psyches-advice that draws both on her personal experience as a cancer survivor and that of experts-she provides helpful hints on natural personal care, how to stretch a dollar, navigate the grocery store, eating well on the run, and working through the inevitable pangs and cravings for your old not-so-healthy life. Crazy Sexy Diet is a must for anyone who seeks to be a confident and sexy wellness warrior. Including contributions by: Dean Ornish, M.D. - author and founder and president of the Preventive Medicine Research InstituteNeal Barnard, M.D. - author, founder of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), author of Food for LifeKathy Freston - author of Quantum Wellness and health advocateAlejandro Junger, M.D. - author of Clean: The Revolutionary Program to Restore the Body's Natural Ability to Heal Itself, and director of integrative medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital, NYCRory Freedman - coauthor of Skinny Bitch and health advocateMark Hyman, M.D. - author of The UltraMind Solution and pioneer in functional medicineEmily Deschanel - star of the Fox series Bones and health advocateSharon Gannon - author of Yoga and Vegetarianism, and cofounder of Jivamukti YogaWayne Pacelle - president & CEO, The Humane Society of the United StatesStacy Malkan - author and cofounder of the Campaign for Safe CosmeticsDr. Lilli Link - specialist in raw foods and integrative nutrition Frank Lipman - author of Revive: Stop feeling Spent and Start Living Again and founder of the Eleven Eleven Wellness Center Crazy Sexy tips for optimal healthFlood your body with alkaline nutrients * Flush stored waste products and chemicals * Reduce or eliminate animal products * *Dump sugar, you're sweet enough * Go gluten-free *Shake your booty * Wrangle the monkeys in your mind and turn down the stress * Install healthy boundaries so you don't burn out * Kill your television and Detox your In Box (Facebook too!) * Take fun seriously * Build a wellness posse support system *Be a "prevention is hot" cheerleader! Kris Carr's television appearances have included: - CBS Evening News with Katie Couric- The Early Show- The Today Show- Montel- Access Hollywood- The Mike & Juliet Show- Good Morning America- The Oprah Winfrey Show Do you have any idea what it's like to feel blissfully whole and comfortable in your skin? You will. The Crazy Sexy Diet and lifestyle will give you the tools to navigate through life with clarity, balance, and flow. Health is more than just the absence of disease; it is the presence of vitality. Health is freedom from obstruction; it's living in a harmonious way that creates both inner and outer peace. . . . The Crazy Sexy Diet is loaded with wisdom, tips and advice from personal experien ce. If I feel great living and eating this way then you can feel fantastic! What I present to you is what works for me and countless other wellness warriors. This information just might save your life, or at the very least reduce the pesky cellulite. It's an awakening without the disease, knowledge without the price. Changing your mind is the biggest obstacle you face. But once you do, you'll realize that you are the one you've been waiting for. . . . From the Introduction

The New York Times bestseller, now in paperback Kris Carr, author of the best-selling "Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips
"and "Crazy Sexy Cancer Survivor,
"takes on the crazy sexy subject of what and how we eat, drink, and think. Infused with Carr's signature sass, wit and advice-from-the-trenches style, "Crazy Sexy Diet" is a beautifully illustrated resource that puts you on the fast track to vibrant health, happiness and a great ass Along with help from her posse of experts, she lays out the fundamentals of her Crazy Sexy Diet: an anti-inflammatory, vegetarian program that emphasizes balancing the pH of the body with lush whole and raw foods, nourishing organic green drinks, and scrumptious smoothies. Plus, she shares the steps of her own twenty-one-day cleanse, and simple but delectable sample recipes. Carr empowers readers to move from a state of constant bodily damage control to one of renewal and repair, making this a must-have for anyone who seeks to be a confident and sexy wellness warrior. Including contributions by: Dean Ornish, M.D. - author and founder and president of the Preventive Medicine Research InstituteNeal Barnard, M.D. - author, founder of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), author of "Food for Life"Kathy Freston - author of "Quantum Wellness" and health advocate
Alejandro Junger, M.D. - author of "Clean: The Revolutionary Program to Restore the Body's Natural Ability to Heal Itself," and director of integrative medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital, NYC
Rory Freedman - coauthor of "Skinny Bitch " and health advocate
Mark Hyman, M.D. - author of "The UltraMind Solution" and pioneer in functional medicine
Emily Deschanel - star of the Fox series "Bones" and health advocate
Sharon Gannon - author of "Yoga and Vegetarianism, " and cofounder of Jivamukti Yoga
Wayne Pacelle - president & CEO, The Humane Society of the United States
Stacy Malkan - author and cofounder of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Dr. Lilli Link - specialist in raw foods and integrative nutrition Frank Lipman - author of "Revive: Stop feeling Spent and Start Living Again" and founder of the Eleven Eleven Wellness Center "Do you have any idea what it's like to feel blissfully whole and comfortable in your skin? You will. The Crazy Sexy Diet and lifestyle will give you the tools to navigate through life with clarity, balance, and flow. Health is more than just the absence of disease; it is the presence of vitality. Health is freedom from obstruction; it's living in a harmonious way that creates both inner and outer peace. . . . The Crazy Sexy Diet is loaded with wisdom, tips and advice from personal experience. If I feel great living and eating this way then you can feel fantastic What I present to you is what works for me and countless other wellness warriors. This information just might save your life, or at the very least reduce the pesky cellulite. It's an awakening without the disease, knowledge without the price. Changing your mind is the biggest obstacle you face. But once you do, you'll realize that you are the one you've been waiting for. . . .""" From the Introduction

You are a Survivor from Day One On the heels of the acclaimed Learning Channel documentary and best-selling survival guidebook Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips comes this survivor's companion. In Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips Kris Carr and her posse of Cancer Babes shared their wealth of insights, tricks, how-tos, and hell yeahs for living life with cancer. Now Kris invites all the Cancer Cowgirls (and dudes) out there to chat back and record their own journeys, with this beautifully illustrated, full-color go-anywhere companion. Pairing Kris's signature sass and smart, soulful, real advice with thoughtful exercises, new contributors, and ample space for writing and reflecting, Crazy Sexy Cancer Survivor reaffirms that it is possible to live a real, fun, crazy, sexy life-with cancer. Kris shares her wit and wisdom on everything from food and exercise to make-up, meditation, spirituality, dreams, planning for today (and the future), and much, much more. The user-friendly trim size and flexible-cover format meanwhile ensure that this incomparable blend of informative pocket companion and journal can go anywhere-brightening up those hours in hospital waiting rooms, at home, or spent out in the big, wide, wonderful world putting into practice that most precious truth: healing is about truly living.

Actress and photographer Kris Carr thought she had a hangover, but a Jivamukti yoga class didn't provide its usual kick-ass cure. A visit to her doctor confirmed her "liver looked like Swiss cheese," covered with cancerous tumors. She entered trench warfare (wearing cowboy boots into the MRI machine, no less), vowing, "Cancer needed a makeover and I was just the gal to do it!" She began writing and filming her journey, documenting her interactions with friends, doctors, alternative "quacks," blind dates, and other women with cancer--sadly a growing group. These include hip, young women such as illustrator-author Marisa Acocella Marchetto "(Cancer Vixen), Glamour" writer-editor Erin Zammett "(My So-Called Normal Life)," MTV personality Diem Brown "("Real World/Road Rules Challenge),"" model Sharon Blynn (founder, Bald Is Beautiful), and music manager Jackie Farry, among others. The Learning Channel broadcast the premiere of Carr's unforgettable documentary, Crazy Sexy Cancer on August 29, 2007.
CRAZY SEXY CANCER TIPS gathers the lessons learned and advice offered from Carr's own journey, as well as the experiences of her cancer posse. Full-color photos accompany personal stories and candid revelations in this scrapbook of advice, warnings, and resources for the cancer patient. Chapters cover your changing social life, dating, sex, and appearance; essential health tips on how to boost your immune system; recipes; medical and holistic resources; and information on young survivor support groups. The resulting book is a warm, yet informative tool for any woman newly diagnosed with the disease and for those who love them.

In "Crazy Sexy Kitchen--"a "New York Times "bestseller--the woman who made prevention hot is now making it delicious In this book, Kris Carr gives us a Veggie Manifesto for gourmands and novices alike, and it's filled with inspiration, education, and cooking tips--plus more than 150 nourishing, nosh-worthy recipes. Infused with her signature humor, style, and wit, "Crazy Sexy Kitchen" redefines the kitchen as headquarters for a wellness revolution. You'll soon come to see that the goodness born in your kitchen will reach deep into the rest of your life--enriching your health, your home, your heart, and the planet."Crazy Sexy Kitchen" gives you all the tools and know-how you need to adopt a joyful and vibrant plant-powered lifestyle that harmonizes your beautiful body at the cellular level. It's a celebratory way of living that's deeply connected, healthy, awake, and engaged.Like a long, luxurious meal, "Crazy Sexy Kitchen "is laid out in courses. You'll start with a detailed review of what makes up a Crazy Sexy Diet. Next you'll learn how to stock your culinary arsenal with the best kitchen tools and equipment. Kris will also prep you with basic cooking skills and lingo. Then you can jump full force into delectable recipes that will fill your belly from morning to night. Handy symbols like, gluten-free, soy-free, kid-friendly--and for the time pressed--Crazy Sexy Quickies, help you easily identify the recipes that are perfect for your dietary and lifestyle needs. Not sure how to put a whole meal together? No problem. "Crazy Sexy Kitchen "covers that, too--with a hearty dose of menu plans and recipes to inspire and delight.Joined by celebrated Whole Foods chef Chad Sarno, "Crazy Sexy Kitchen "offers mouthwatering recipes designed to nourish the body while impressing your nearest and dearest From juicing to planning a festive three-course meal, "Crazy Sexy Kitchen "has all the essentials to fill your kitchen (and life ) with health, happiness, family, friends, and good times.