The Fifth Season Creativity in the Second Half of Life by Mark Nepo

272 Pages
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press, St. Martin’s Essentials
Release Date: July 15, 2025

Nonfiction, Parenting, Families, Religion, Spirituality, Self-Help, Aging

This book addresses the aging process and how it changes us. When we were younger, actions and injuries seemed minor but as we age, they take on more meaning and can stop us in our tracks. He also discusses how we need more living and less stuff. One topic that really hit home for me was how much our world has gotten smaller. Something he says is the same thing my doctor has been telling me. Change your routine. If you are going to the grocery store, go a different way or to another store.

The book has short chapters with journaling prompts. I have read all of Mark’s book, but this one really resonates with me. I have read it twice already and plan on reading it again but slower so I can get the most out of it. If you are getting older, this book will certainly will give you suggestions to enjoy life.