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Dr. Rodgers, Professor University of La Verne, Releases Gripping and Deeply Honest Memoir that Bridges the Wisdom of Neuroscience, Psychology, and Eastern Philosophy with the Rugged Terrain of One Woman's Personal Transformation

WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. - Californer -- The highly acclaimed, deeply honest memoir entitled Where the Magic Happens: A Journey to Inner Space releases on June 30, 2025. Drawing from her pioneering work in Mental and Emotional Self-Management (MESM), Dr. Rodgers takes you from corporate burnout to hiking trails, Buddhist temples, and deep nervous system repair. Written for readers aged 30+ who are high achievers struggling with burnout, looking to get off the rat wheel.

"Freedom from stress empowers freedom to do, to live to flourish. This wonderful book by Rhonda Rodgers provides a framework readers can use to overcome trauma and learn to be mindfully present. Everyone suffers but suffering can be reduced by following the guidelines shared here."

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-Paul J. Zak, Ph.D. Author of The Little Book of Happiness: A Scientific Approach to Living Better

The wisdom provided includes:

✔ The Neuroscience of Stress & Resilience – How to rewire your nervous system for peace and clarity.

✔ The T Word (Trauma)– What is it? Do I have it? What can I do with this information?

✔ Meditation Isn't Working? Here's Why – Understanding trauma's impact on the nervous system and how to adapt your practice.

✔ The Biology of Burnout – Recognizing the hidden stress loops and breaking free.

✔ Bridging Science and Spirituality – Practical tools from neuroscience, Western Psychology, Buddhism, and Yoga for a resilient life.

"This book is both a map for the weary traveler and a mirror for the soul ready to awaken. Through practice and presence, it reveals how we can transform our innate wisdom into tangible actions—ones that heal, uplift, and reconnect us to our truest selves. This book is a gift—an offering of truth, vulnerability, and hope. May it be a companion to you as you step into your own becoming."

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-Elaine Miller-Karas, LCSW, Executive Director Emeriti of the Trauma Resource Institute

"If you've ever felt like something inside is broken—but you still have a spark of hope—this book will light your way," Dr. Rodgers says. "Where the Magic Happens doesn't just share a story; it offers tools, practices and inspiration to help you reconnect with your body, your truth, and your inner peace." DrRhondaRodgers.com

Where the Magic Happens: A Journey to Inner Space (979-8-9985752-0-4) is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and booksellers everywhere.