Coeur d'Alene author publishes book on lifestyle changes

A Coeur d'Alene author has published a book that poses the question, "What if living 'non-toxic' wasn’t about doing everything perfectly, but about doing what you can, with intention?"

In "Non-Toxic, Not Perfect," Megan Livingston shares her journey through life’s uncertainties, including early marriage challenges and her mother’s cancer diagnosis, and how it led her to a more balanced, faith-centered approach to health. What started as simple product swaps became a deeper shift away from fear and perfectionism.

“I wrote this book out of a desire to help people simplify their lives and feel confident in making healthier, more intentional choices," Livingston said. "When I started my own journey, I felt overwhelmed by all the information out there and I wanted to create something that felt approachable, encouraging and realistic for everyday life.

"What began as a search for healthier options turned into a deeper journey of learning how to live more intentionally without falling into fear or perfectionism. I wrote this book to help other women feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to start small."

Part memoir, part practical guide, this book offers realistic non-toxic swaps, simple routines and mindset shifts to help women feel more grounded in their homes, bodies and faith. It's not about eliminating every toxin, but doing what can be done, trusting God with the rest and creating a life that feels peaceful and sustainable.

“My hope is that this book meets people where they are, whether they’re just getting started or looking to go deeper, and reminds them that small, consistent changes can make a meaningful difference," Livingston said.

Released March 31, Livingston's self-published "Non-Toxic, Not Perfect" is available locally at Sower Bible Bookstore and The Well-Read Moose as well as online through Amazon.