How to Be a Healthy Human: The Online Guide

Online guidance through the book with introduction to each chapter from Emma, discussion questions (with online collaboration) and links to resources. Transform your health with this accompaniment to the book.

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Ready to get into action?

Take the concepts discussed in the book to the next level with this interactive course.

There is a ton of information in the book but if you want to get into action and change your relationship with the healthcare industry you need to do more than read.

This course guides you through each chapter with discussion questions to enable you to understand the concepts better and their implications for your own life. You can print out the workbook or complete online, participate in online discussions, and download other material such as check-lists and recipes.

Ways To Use This Course

Individual Study

Use to help you think through the ideas in the book and ultimately get into action
With a friend or family member

Discuss each chapter as you go along and support each other as you plan for change
Book Study or Small Group

Read a chapter each week, work through the chapter lessons individually and then come together to discuss in a group setting

The Benefits

The workbook can be used in a variety of ways to get the best out of what you learn in the book.

Make sure you understand the concepts covered.
Think through how the topics covered apply to you and your life.
Get into action to transform your health.
Bring others along on your journey.

1. How to Use This Workbook or Study Guide
  FREE PREVIEW
2. An Overview of the Materials
3. Before you start . . .
4. Live Reading
1. Overview of Chapter 2
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Group Discussion Suggestions
4. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 3
2. Individual Application
3. Group Discussion Suggestions
4. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 4
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Group Discussion Suggestions
4. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 5
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Food Diary Template
4. Eat More Plants List
5. Healthier Breakfast Recipes
6. Lunch and Dinner Recipes
7. Glossary of Prescribed Diets
8. Link: Sample Healthier Food Brands
9. Group Discussion Suggestions
10. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 6
2. Individual Application Questions
3. What to do if Your Doctor Prescribes an Antibiotic
4. Group Discussion Suggestions
5. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 7
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Blog article: The Mystery of Heart Disease - 7 Ways to Reduce Your Risk
4. Group Discussion Suggestions
5. HR and Manager Application
1. Overview of Chapter 8
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Group Discussion Suggestions
4. HR and Manager Application
1. Chapter 9 Overview
2. Individual Application Questions
3. Surgery Check-list
4. Blog article: 10 Tips to Optimize Your Healthcare Consumption
5. Group Discussion Suggestions
6. HR and Manager Application
1. Epilogue Overview
2. Individual Application Questions
3. 10 Principles for Being a Healthy Human
4. Appendix B: Sample Questions for HR Managers and Corporate Sponsors
5. Appendix C: Questions on Faith
1. Link: Information Sources
2. Link: Solutions
3. Link: Movies & Documentaries
4. Before you go . . . please take a moment to provide feedback so we can improve

About this course

$25.00
59 lessons

Narrated by the Author

Hear from Emma herself with video introductions to each chapter.

Emma Tekstra

Emma Tekstra, FIA, has spent her 30-year career in employee benefits as an actuary, pension consultant and global health thought leader with experience around the globe. She has a unique perspective on health and the healthcare industry itself given her experience and independent health research.

For 25 years Emma held various leadership positions at Willis Towers Watson (WTW), a global insurance brokerage and consulting firm. She has consulted to many of the world’s largest employers on their health, pension and other HR programs around the world.

Emma’s passion is to help individuals improve their health, and understand how to navigate a healthcare industry driven by profits. Emma has contributed to various publications and spoken at conferences around the world. She now provides independent consulting to employers looking for real solutions to improve the health and wellbeing of their employees, and to health solution startup companies.

Additional Features

Downloads

Includes helpful check-lists, recipes and resources that can be downloaded or printed for later reference.
Print or online

The workbook can be printed for making written notes or completed online.
Discussion

Participate in online discussion with other readers as you work through the chapters. You can also email the author with questions.

Do You Still Need to Buy the Book?

Get the book first and then come back and add the workbook.

Book Buying Options

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a time limit to complete the course?

No, you have unlimited access to the workbook and all materials for the foreseeable future. That means you can take your time going through the course at your own pace.
Can I buy the course for a friend or my whole group?

Yes, at the course check-out you can indicate that it’s a gift and the details will be sent to your recipient. You would have to purchase multiple times if buying for a group.
How is the Online Guide different to the Workbook download?

The workbook (or study guide) is just the PDF itself. This course (called the Online Guide) includes the PDF workbook and several additional features as described above.
Is the book itself included in the course?

No, you should purchase the book separately from the bookstore of your choice. The PDF study guide IS included though.
What if I have other questions?

You can email us at any time at Learning@EmmaTekstra.com.

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