How to Stay Well

How to Stay Well is a book by Christian D. Larson, first published in 1912. In this practical wellness guide, Larson sets out a New Thought approach to health that treats body, mind, and spirit as one integrated whole.

He argues that many illnesses arise from disruptions of the “laws of life” and that restoring harmony of thought, habit, and inner attitude is central to both prevention and cure. The book blends metaphysical reasoning with everyday practical advice, ranging from mental attitudes and affirmations to rest, cleanliness, and simple habits for sustaining health.

Written in a plain, instructive style, the work speaks to readers who want clear, actionable guidance rather than abstract theory. Though firmly of its era, its emphasis on the mind–body connection and the curative power of constructive thinking proved influential within the wider self-help and positive-thinking traditions. Larson’s work sits squarely within the New Thought movement and helped shape later writers who emphasised mental healing and practical spirituality.