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Make the most of the second half of life.
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Cohen, Gene D. The Creative Age: Awakening Human Potential in the Second Half of Life Dr. Cohen debunks harmful myths about aging and illuminates the biological and emotional foundations of creativity. He shows how we can improve memory, eliminate sleep and mood disorders, expand vocabulary, tap into our creativity, and boost our immune systems by having a positive outlook and sense of well-being. Note: Gene Cohen presents a free program at Ridgedale Library, Jan 28, 7 pm 2000 |
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Cohen, Gene D. The Mature Mind: The Positive Power of the Aging Brain Gene Cohen, a renowned psychiatrist and gerontologist, reveals for the first time how the mind continues to grow and flourish well into the second half of life. Contrary to the long-held belief that our brain power inevitably declines as we age, The Mature Mind argues that there are positive changes taking place in our minds. Cohen draws on scientific research, as well as in-depth interviews with older women and men. Note: Gene Cohen presents a free program at Ridgedale Library, Jan 28, 7 pm 2005 Appears on the following book lists:  Keep Learning, Keep Active Brain Health |
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Davidson, Sara Leap! What Will We Do with the Rest of Our Lives? Journalist and author of Loose Change, a chronicle of coming of age in the 60's, Davidson interviews friends, colleagues and boomer icons like Carly Simon, Jane Fonda and Ram Dass to explore changes in values and perspectives as this generation moves into the "generative" stage of life, from acquiring to giving back. 2007 Appears on the following book lists: It's Only Too Late If You Never Start |
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Freedman, Marc Encore: Finding Work That Matters in the Second Half of Life Rather than approaching retirement as a time for leisure, Freedman argues, boomers should be using their knowledge and experience to pursue fulfilling second careers. He offers examples of individuals who have successfully bridged careers to find rewarding and meaningful work in later life and provides a guide to finding your own "second life" career. 2007 |
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Goldman, Connie Secrets of Becoming a Late Bloomer In this new version of a book first published in 1995, Goldman gives examples of many 55+ adults who have aged well through developing a positive attitude, focusing on what they have learned rather than lost, forgiving themselves and others, taking risks towards intimacy, maintaining good health, keeping a sense of humor, exploring their creativity, and nurturing their spirituality. 2007 Appears on the following book lists: It's Only Too Late If You Never Start Thinking of Moving or Retiring? |
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Leider, Richard Claiming Your Place at the Fire: Living the Second Half of Your Life On Purpose In this brief and clear self-help guide, Leider encourages aging baby boomers, the "new elders," to answer four key questions: Who am I? Where do I belong? How do I bring my passions alive? What is my life's purpose? In answering these questions, new older adults can rekindle the good life, relight the fire within, and share that warmth and light with others. 2004 |
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Leider, Richard Repacking Your Bags: Lighten Your Load for the Rest of Your Life You can develop your own unique vision of the good life and take practical steps at home and at work to make that vision a reality. Leider provides a simple yet elegant process to help people ask the right questions--and get the right answers--along the way. 2002 |
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Schlossberg, Nancy K. Retire Smart, Retire Happy: Finding Your True Path in Life Schlossberg, a counseling psychologist, provides guidance on the psychological and emotional adjustments made in retirement. Using short self-assessment quizzes, she categorizes retirees as Continuers, Adventurers, Searchers, Retreaters, and Easy Gliders. Understanding your retirement "type" can help you put your strengths and resources to work. 2004 Appears on the following book lists: Thinking About Retirement |
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Snowdon, David, Ph. D. Aging with Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About Leading Longer Healthier and More Meaningful Lives Dr. Snowden, a leading expert on Alzheimer's, began a study of 678 nuns while at the University of Minnesota in 1986. Through his research, he discovered why high linguistic ability in early life seems to protect against Alzheimer's; which foods defend the brain against aging; why it's never too late to start an exercise program; what role heredity plays; how lifestyle can increase our chances for a mentally vital old age; and how intangibles like community and faith help us age with grace. 2001 Appears on the following book lists: Keep Learning, Keep Active |
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Stone, Marika Too Young to Retire: 101 Ways to Start the Rest of Your Life Nearing retirement age, the authors decided to skip the traditional approach and began a new career, creating a website, 2young2retire.com, and writing this book to encourage others to stay in the workforce after 65. They include 101 specific ideas for vocations and avocations to pursue and offer a host of tips for staying as healthy as possible in order to fully enjoy this engaging stage of life. 2004 Appears on the following book lists: Thinking About Retirement |
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Trafford, Abigail My Time: Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life Trafford, a former Washington Post columnist and author of Crazy Time: Surviving Divorce and Building a New Life, explores the transitions many experience in the second half of life: loss of productivity, health, or love relationships. A mid-life crisis may move some through a "second adolescence" of discovery toward pursuing education, creative endeavors, community service, deepened friendships or new love. 2004 |
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Weil, Andrew Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to Your Physical and Spiritual Well-being Dr. Weil, author of 8 Weeks to Optimum Health and many other health guides, compiles world-wide scientific research on healthy aging into well-documented, reliable advice on keys to aging well: good nutrition, physical activity, nutritional supplements, adequate rest and sleep, stress reduction, and a satisfying social and spiritual life. 2005 |
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