But You Look Fine by Amy Kurtz - ISBN: 9781538775301
Hardcover
Healing from chronic illness: the overlooked trauma that keeps you from being well.
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But You Look Fine

Trapped in the Hell Between Sick and Well and How To Break Free

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  • Hardcover

    304 pages

  • Release Date

    29 September 2026

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Summary

Health coach, patient advocate and wellness advisor, Amy Kurtz, breaks the silence about the crucial, painful, pervasive, and yet all too common phase of healing from chronic illness that has long gone overlooked…until now.

According to the Center for Diseases Control, 133 million Americans-one out of every two adults-have at least one chronic illness, and half of these are women. While many of these individuals finally have a diagnosis, and are no longer “sick”, they’re still not “we…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781538775301
ISBN-10:1538775301
Author:Amy Kurtz
Publisher:Little, Brown & Company
Imprint:Grand Central Publishing
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:304
Release Date:29 September 2026
Dimensions:229mm x 152mm
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Critics Review

A tapestry woven of emergent resilience, commitment and trust, But you LOOK Fine is a must for anyone who’s ever been lost in the labyrinth of illness. Amy Kurtz is the knowing voice of a good friend offering guidance with humility, presence and clarity–Elena Brower, bestselling author of Hold Nothing and Practice YouAmy Kurtz exposes a common occurrence that until now has gone unnamed and undiscussed by doctors and patients alike. Not only does she reveal this roadblock to wellness, but she also offers solutions, ones that we can all apply to our lives, whether chronically ill, newly diagnosed, or labeled “cured.” This is a paradigm-shifting book and a must-read. –Mark Hyman, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author, host of The Dr. Hyman ShowAmy Kurtz’s vulnerable account is a testament to the enduring human spirit. BUT YOU LOOK FINE isn’t just about surviving chronic illness; it’s about thriving in its aftermath. It’s a wellspring of courage, resilience, and the unwavering belief that even after hitting bottom, you can rise, stronger, wiser, and more resilient. –Kris Carr, New York Times bestselling author, wellness activist, and cancer thriverAmy’s book is ultimately one about righteous sight. She casts light on the millions of lived chronic patient experiences longing for a rewrite, and with her trademark warmth and championship, guides those waiting to leave the shadows of illness. With the intimacy and emboldening of a coaching session and from the authenticity of a fellow warrior, she transforms our inner lens so that it can correct our external world’s vision. Prepare for crystal-clear, 20⁄20 patient empowerment. –Sara Hirsh Bordo, award-winning filmmaker and author of Autoimmunity and the Good GirlsBut You Look Fine gives voice to a painful dimension of chronic illness that is rarely acknowledged. Amy Kurtz writes with honesty and great compassion, helping readers feel less alone in their experience. Her words offer understanding, reassurance, and a sense of being met–like a trusted presence walking alongside you. –Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance & Trusting the GoldBut You Look Fine offers clarity, compassion and rare blend of scientific rigor and heartfelt guidance. It’s an empowering guide that gifts readers the tools needed to move forward with clarity and purpose in their quest for regaining stewardship over their health destiny.–David Perlmutter, MD, FACN, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain and Brain DefendersIf chronic illness feels like being at war with oneself, Amy Kurtz offers an answer. Her book, BUT YOU LOOK FINE, is the key for those struggling to find their way back to health. It’s a testament to the power of vulnerability, a call to arms for those fighting unseen battles. This book is a trailblazing read for anyone yearning to break the shackles of illness and move into a future filled with possibility. –Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, New York Times bestselling author of Forever StrongIf you or a loved one suffer from invisible chronic illness, But You Look Fine is essential reading. Through its pages, Amy Kurtz presents a structured program that will immeasurably enhance your journey toward healing. –Leo Galland, MD, bestselling author and board-certified internist specializing in the treatment of patients with chronic complex illnessRecognizing the mental, physical and emotional toll that western healing can take on patients, Amy Kurtz creates a workable roadmap to holistic health in “But You Look Fine.” With kindness, compassion, and humor Kurtz guides readers through life after chronic illness, through what can be an otherwise bewildering and uncharted land. –Sharon Salzberg, meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author.With introspection yet fierce spirit, Amy Kurtz navigates the uncharted territory of what whole healing really means. This book is an essential read for anyone who has stared into the abyss of illness and emerged forever changed. I am so grateful she is bringing this tremendously important perspective of healing out of the shadows and into the light.–Joel Evans, MD, past chief of medical affairs, the Institute for Functional Medicine

About The Author

Amy Kurtz

Amy Kurtz is a Patient Advocate, Health Coach, and Author of the trailblazing book Kicking Sick: Your GO TO GUIDE for Thriving with Chronic Health Conditions. A distinct voice in the health space, Amy’s work has been heralded by Mark Hyman, Deepak Chopra, Kris Carr, and others. Lena Dunham named Kicking Sick one of her “top 10 desert island books of all time” in NY Mag. She has been featured on Oprah Daily, NYMag, Good Morning America, Fox, and The Boston Globe. She lives in New York City.

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