Plenty of people feel overwhelmed by modern life and wonder whether there is a simpler way to live. David Rabin's manual, which his publisher calls science-backed and funny, sets out his answer.

Readical Key Points

• Popular science and self-help on stress, anxiety and the nervous system, by an author his publisher describes as a psychiatrist and neuroscientist
• In two halves, as Kirkus Reviews describes it: modern problems such as burnout and digital addiction, then health strategies; illustrated, with endnotes
• Bronze award, Nonfiction Authors Association Book Awards; reviewed by Kirkus Reviews (Kirkus Indie)
• Content note: discusses psychedelics research; popular science, not medical advice or a substitute for treatment
• Hardcover, 428 pages, Merack Publishing (2026)

Rabin's case, as his publisher frames it, is that feeling safe, rather than being productive, sits underneath performance, joy and longevity. He treats anxiety as a signal to read rather than an enemy, looks at what psychedelics research suggests about the nervous system, and makes room for breathing, laughter and physical affection. Insets such as Dr. Dave's Mindblower and Pro Tip appear in the book, along with illustrations and endnotes.

It is meant for readers who feel overwhelmed by constant connection and want an introduction to stress science in everyday terms. It does not replace care from a clinician. Rabin sets out ideas and practices to try; how much they change a given person's days is beyond what a book can promise.

About the Author

His publisher describes David M. L. Rabin as a psychiatrist and neuroscientist. Kirkus Reviews notes that this is his nonfiction debut.

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