The Wonder of Aging
A New Approach to Embracing Life After Fifty
by Michael Gurian
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Pub Date Jun 18 2013 | Archive Date Jul 20 2018
Description
Called “the people’s philosopher” for his ability to apply scientific ideas to our ordinary lives, Michael Gurian, bestselling author of The Wonder of Boys, sees life after fifty as an enormously fruitful, exciting, and fulfilling time. Drawing on scientific research as well as anecdotes that respond to the needs of his many clients, he goes beyond the physical-centered view of aging and presents a new, holistic paradigm embracing opportunities that come with life after fifty.
The Wonder of Aging focuses on the physical, mental, relational, and spiritual aspects of aging, discussing topics such as sex, how men and women age differently, the effects of aging on the brain, and what to expect in the last chapter of life. The book divides life after fifty into three stages: the Age of Transformation, from our late forties to sixty; the Age of Distinction, from sixty to seventy-five; and the Age of Completion, which involves completing one’s life journey. In addition, this essential guide provides meditations and exercises to help you map out the aging process and is rich with case histories from Gurian’s research and experience as a therapist.
Written with Gurian’s contagiously optimistic outlook on life, The Wonder of Aging provides a full, constructive, and comforting roadmap to what to expect—and how to celebrate—the second half of your life.
Advance Praise
“THE
WONDER OF AGING is a very important book. It is filled with
practical tips, solid science and stories that will inspire and motivate
you. With 11,000 people turning 60 every day, we can no longer avoid
talking about aging…so we might as well embrace it with wonder.”
— Daniel G. Amen, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Use Your
Brain to Change Your Age
"This book is an impressive achievement and a must read for anyone who is over fifty, caring for or caring about someone over fifty---and the rest of us who hope to reach our fifties and beyond both enlightened by modern science and touched by the magnificent grace of empathy."
— William S. Pollack, PH.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; Senior Consultant, McLean Hospital and Cambridge Health Alliance
"The
Wonder of Aging is both a practical and spiritual journey. For those of us
working to enhance men's health, the book is very welcome--it has specific
sections applicable to both women and men. I highly recommend this book to
anyone fifty or older, and even those of you getting close!"
— Ronald K. Henry, President, The Men's Health Network
"Michael
Gurian explores new territory in The Wonder of Aging by combining
patient stories and experiences from his rich professional and personal lives
to create an authentic and insightful work. In his terrific new book, Michael
does what he does best....exploring the depth of the human spirit."
— Nancy L Snyderman, M.D., NBC News Chief Medical Editor
"Every
time you open a Michael Gurian book, you know you are in for an adventure.
Michael's powerful new book, The Wonder of Aging, is no
exception. As he has done in all of his books, Michael uses his expertise,
practical experience, and heart to open us up to the wonder of who we are
becoming. The Wonder of Aging provides a practical, spiritual, and
inspirational primer for high impact living, geared to those of us speeding
past 50 and beyond."
— Rev. Tim Wright, Pastor, Community of Grace Church, and author of Searching
for Tom Sawyer
"The
Wonder of Aging is amazing in its scope and depth. It reflects an enormous
amount of work and insight. The practical parts of the book help us do what we
need to do to live well. The prayerful parts of the book elicit a sense of
gratefulness as we move through the stages of age. I highly recommend this
book!" — Rabbi Henry Glazer,
author of I Thank Therefore I Am
"This
powerful book helps both women and men age gracefully. Michael's book
is encouraging, well-researched and beautifully written. It is a
practical guide to designing and living the second half of life with courage
and fresh meaning. Read this book, and you will experience aging in a
whole new way."
— Gregory Jantz, Ph.D., Founder, the Center for Counseling and Health
Resources, and Author of Overcoming Anxiety,
Worry, and Fear
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781476706696 |
| PRICE | $26.00 (USD) |
