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In this intimate and funny collection of essays on the sometimes confusing, sometimes poignant, sometimes hilarious condition of being a woman over 60, Susan Moon keeps her sense of humor and she keeps her listener fully engaged. Among the pieces she has included here are an essay on the gratitude she feels for her weakening bones; observations on finding herself both an orphan and a matriarch following the death of her mother; musings on her tendency to regret the past.

An unprecedented number of Americans will soon be 55 or older. More so than ever before, the question is on our minds: How do I age well? In this accessible and upbeat guide, Schlossberg builds on the concepts she pioneered in her smash hits Retire Smart, Retire Happy and Revitalizing Retirement with an engaging take on positive aging. Looking at the basic issues of aging—health, finances, and relationships—listeners will learn to think about and develop a deliberate plan to age happily.

Our mum died suddenly, and we remember her with love and laughter as we read the letters she wrote to us at university. Touching, poignant, but above all funny. You will laugh, you might cry and you'll definitely enjoy the ride as this gay brother and lesbian sister take you back to the late 1990s and re-live the fateful years that led to them coming out to each other at University.

Worried that old age will inevitably mean losing your libido, your health, and possibly your marbles too? Well, Cicero has some good news for you. In How to Grow Old, the great Roman orator and statesman eloquently describes how you can make the second half of life the best part of all - and why you might discover that reading and gardening are actually far more pleasurable than sex ever was.

“Old age is a shipwreck,” Charles de Gaulle once observed. Not so, says Herb Gold in this lively, often hilarious memoir of his first seven decades. He is clearly enjoying every moment to its fullest. This is a book about how time overtakes us, how reminiscence, loss, hope, pain, success, failure—the lifelong accumulation of dreams and reality—crowd about us with every passing day.

One of the biggest hurdles people over 50 have to overcome is the mindset about their age. There’s an old cliché of “age ain’t nothin’ but a number.” But as we all know, getting older does have certain obstacles such as dwindling health, limited income, and the end of long-time careers followed by “now what in the heck do I do?"

Like most people in our society, you might see the years from the age 3 onward as a slow, painful decline marked by the following outcomes: weight gain, fatigue, mysterious aches and pains, illnesses, memory issues, low libido, and sadness and anxiety. But contrary to popular belief, the real...

Rex Forehand, PhD, and Nicholas Long, PhD, have helped thousands of parents achieve discipline using positive reinforcement, without yelling or harming the child's self-esteem. Their clinically proven, five-week program gives you the tools you need to successfully manage your child's behavior, giving specific factors that cause or contribute to disruptive behavior, ways to develop a more positive atmosphere in your family and home, and strategies for managing specific behavior problems.

Everything you need to know to plan for your own safe, financially secure, healthy, and happy old age For those who have no support system in place, the thought of aging without help can be a frightening, isolating prospect. Whether you have friends and family ready and able to help you or not...

Join gardening expert Steve Solomon as he shares his wealth of knowledge on cultivating a thriving garden. This engaging guide focuses on essential water conservation techniques while revealing how to nurture your plants to their fullest potential through methods like fertigation, effective plant rotation, and meticulous soil preparation. (Summary by Brenda Price)

Dive into the delightful world of perennial flower gardening and landscaping with this insightful book. It serves as a comprehensive guide on nurturing plants from seed, while offering expert advice on the care of traditional garden flowers, bulbs, trees, and shrubs. Explore various aspects of ornamental gardening, including enchanting water gardens and tips for winter house plant care. The author shares a wealth of unexpected yet valuable wisdom in her chapter of Don’ts, such as this gem Don’t provide cut flowers and plants to those who splurge on luxuries while questioning your ...

From the revered author of the bestselling The Hidden Life of Dogs, a witty, engaging, life-affirming account of the joy, strength, and wisdom that comes with age. Elizabeth Marshall Thomas has spent a lifetime observing the natural world, chronicling the customs of pre-contact hunter-gatherers...

Old Guy Hiking Reviews – Trail Talk is a down-to-earth hiking podcast focused on real trails, real people, and realistic expectations. Host Rocky shares his experiences hiking the American Southwest — with an emphasis on senior-friendly trail advice, mobility considerations, and practical gear tips. Each episode blends on-trail storytelling, commentary recorded in the studio, and condensed versions of Rocky’s popular YouTube reviews. Perfect for hikers aged 50+, new adventurers, and anyone who wants to enjoy outdoor recreation safely and confidently.

When journalist Jane Gordon was hospitalised and left immobile after a nasty car accident, dependent on others to feed her and help her to the bathroom, she suddenly had to confront what it might be like to one day be old and infirm. Determined to not only regain her strength but find ways to stay physically and mentally fit for as long as possible, Jane decided to road-test different self-help programmes designed to promote longevity.

東洋思想と現代人の感覚をヒントに、 古くて新しい養生「新舊養生 NEW OLD YOJO」で自分の「中庸」を探していく番組です。 Sound：BGMer / OtoLogic / 音読さん

How do some people avoid the slowing down, deteriorating, and weakening that plagues many of their peers decades earlier? Are they just lucky? Or do they know something the rest of us don’t? Is it possible to grow older without getting sicker? What if you could look and feel fifty through your...

Immerse yourself in a tranquil auditory experience where the charm of old-time radio broadcasts intertwines with soothing ambient tones. Its a nostalgic serenade designed to lull modern dreamers into a peaceful slumber.

Immerse yourself in a unique auditory experience where the soothing sounds of rainfall intertwine with vintage radio static. This compelling blend is perfect for relaxing, focusing on studies, or gently guiding you into the world of dreams.

Old Bull Health Podcasts are where longevity meets lifestyle. Designed for men and women, but mainly men over 50 who refuse to slow down. We cut through the hype, bringing you clear, practical conversations about health, performance, and aging, with a slice of dry humour and cynicism. From supplements and strength training to mindset, nutrition, and relationships, we explore where we shouldn't, to keep you Fitter and Stronger for Longer. You can thank us later, or Subscribe now. Your hosts, Don Singe and Jem Bolt.

We aspire to live in a country where old men are celebrated as vital elders but not demeaned if they become ill and dependent. We aspire to maintain health as well as maintain dignity and fulfillment in frailty. Old Man Country helps listeners see and imagine these possibilities for themselves. The audiobook follows the journey of a writer in search of wisdom, as he encounters 12 distinguished American men over 80 - including Paul Volcker, the former head of the Federal Reserve, and Denton Cooley, the world's most famous heart surgeon.