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Learn About Aging and Longevity with These 12 Books
By G.G. Andrew, published June 08, 2023
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Let’s face it: None of us can avoid aging. The good news is that there are plenty of books to help us as we get older, whether we’re wanting to keep fit, reflect on the past, plan a solid financial future — or simply laugh at our foibles. From a book of wisdom from the man who inspired Tuesdays with Morrie to guides filled with the latest science on living longer, these books on aging and longevity are the perfect companions on our journey, wherever it may lead.
The Wisdom of Morrie
Thoughtful and uplifting, this posthumous book from Morrie of Tuesdays with Morrie will help you reflect on your life, embrace your personal values, and explore what it means to be human. Here, Morrie Schwartz shares his wisdom and knowledge about how to make your later years your best yet. The Wisdom of Morrie is like a warm hug, and Publishers Weekly promises, “Not only those over the hill will want to take a look.”
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Outlive
This #1 New York Times bestseller offers the latest research on nutrition, exercise, stress relief, medical visits, and more to help readers lengthen not only their lifespan, but their healthspan, or the length of time spent as healthy and active as possible. Much of the information and advice here will change how you’ve thought about your own health and arm you with knowledge for the future. Fellow New York Times bestselling author Steven D. Levitt calls it “one of the most important books you’ll ever read.”
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Life Is So Good
George Dawson and Richard Glaubman
The grandson of an enslaved person, George Dawson defied the odds when he learned to read at the age of 98. Dawson continued to live for five more years and shares the wisdom he learned across his long life in this remarkable book. You’ll be amazed at the history Dawson witnessed across the decades — and moved by his thoughts on living and what the future will bring. Publishers Weekly calls Life Is So Good “an astonishing and unforgettable memoir.”
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Women Rowing North
The complexities women face as they move beyond middle age is the focus of this New York Times bestseller. Using the analogy of a boat journeying through water, the book maps out both the difficulties we might encounter, from an aging body to caregiving to loss, and the skills we need to foster to thrive. Despite the challenges that come with aging, this book argues that our later years can be filled with joy and gratitude if we can learn to weather the storms of life with resilience.
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Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old
Steven Petrow and Roseann Foley Henry
If you’re looking for a humorous take on getting older, this is a must-read. After turning 50, Steven Petrow made a list of things he swore he’d never do as he aged, from complaining too much about his body aches to eating dinner obscenely early. The result is this book, which will have you nodding along and laughing as you contemplate how you personally want to grow older. Booklist says, “Petrow can’t prevent you from becoming your parents, but he can remind you how a positive attitude, gratitude, patience, and compassion can make a big difference.”
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The Well-Lived Life
When looking for advice on aging, we can think of few better teachers than Gladys McGarey, a doctor of holistic medicine who’s over 100 years old. Here, the cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association shares her secrets to living a vibrant life, from discovering your life’s purpose to moving your body and mind, building community, learning from mistakes, and loving yourself and others. You’ll finish the book feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready to embrace the years ahead.
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The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly
From the author of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning comes this warm and funny guide to not only clearing out the clutter in your life, but accepting the changes that aging can bring, good and bad. Along with the author’s experiences growing up in Sweden, readers are treated to advice that’s both humorous and profound, from what not to wear to how to turn your focus away from things that don’t matter.
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The In-Between
The subjects of death and dying can be difficult to think about, let alone discuss, but this book by hospice nurse and TikTok star Hadley Vlahos may transform how you think about the process. Vlahos shares her journey from becoming a nurse to embracing her calling in palliative care and, most importantly, what tending to the dying has helped teach her about life. You’ll be moved by the thought-provoking experiences she shares.
Release date: June 13
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The Measure of Our Age
Informative and inspiring, this book by an elder justice expert centers on the caregiver systems that are currently in place as people age, from relatives to nursing homes, including how they function and why they don’t always work. The Measure of Our Age blends journalism with personal stories to help readers think critically about how we serve the aging populations in our communities, and what steps we need to take to make sure everyone is treated with the dignity and care they deserve. Kirkus Reviews calls it “a book that deserves wide attention and discussion among aging readers and those who care for them.”
Release date: July 18
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The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer
Which communities boast the longest lifespans on Earth? More importantly, what are their secrets? This book examines why areas like Okinawa, Japan, and Loma Linda, California — so-called “blue zones” — have higher percentages of people living longer, healthier lives. The factors increasing longevity in these communities include connection, faith, movement, and plant-based eating, and have the power to influence your own lifestyle for the better, wherever you live.
Release date: August 29
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Forever Strong
Readers eager to live longer — and stronger — lives will be drawn to this book that focuses on building healthy muscles, which has a large impact on our physical fitness as we age. Nervous about pumping iron? This guide will show you how to move, eat, and care for yourself to increase your strength, no matter your age or current fitness level. The surprising research presented might just motivate you to pick up those weights.
Release date: October 17
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How Not to Age
We can’t stop aging — but we might be able to slow down the process, according to this book by a New York Times bestselling author and doctor. Here you’ll learn what the latest anti-aging research shows, especially in regards to how foods like mushrooms, apples, onions, and wheat germ can boost our body’s ability to fight inflammation and disease. You’ll be fascinated by these insights and more, and perhaps inspired to start stocking your own fridge with this advice in mind.
Release date: December 5
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