What Should I Do with the Rest of My Life? GIVEAWAY!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
So, Monday's guest post was all about what would you do with your life if you knew you had limited time? I called it, Write Your Own End Chapter. If you missed it, go back & check it out because it is SO worth the read! I also mentioned that the comments there would be part of this giveaway today.
So, today I am reviewing the book, WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH THE REST OF MY LIFE by Bruce Frankel. An amazing read!
"Whether prompted by advancing birthdays, unexpected personal events, a job loss, or retirement, at some point, many of us come to reconsider our lives. We wonder, is it too late to redefine ourselves and leave our mark in the world? In this book of intimate narratives, Bruce Frankel introduces a host of unforgettable everyday people who have bravely embraced a new sense of possibility late in life with almost unimaginable success, passion, and purpose." This book profiles people who have done amazing & extraordinary things AFTER THE AGE OF 60! As Bruce writes: "They pursue passion & purpose - at any age. They do not so much defy age as defy the limitation that our culture places on age... " There is a painter & a writer that got his debut memoir published at the age of 97, a world class runner after 60 and more!!!
Remember my Susan Boyle post? There were audience members who said: We get to an age when we think our dreams & hopes will never come true but Susan Boyle makes them think otherwise. Well, these people are OVER 60! It even makes me think I can accomplish those crazy things from my Sunday post!!!
Another interesting thing that Bruce writes relates to our health & fitness journey. "As unique as each is, as a group the individuals.. have done what scientists tell us we should do: they maintain healthy diets, exercise regularly, challenge themselves, fill their lives with novel experiences and varied connections... They like to dance and exercise. They tend to be more spiritual than religious. They interact and communicate with extensive networks of people. Listening closely to their own desires, and not to prescriptions for aging well, they have followed their own curiosity on paths of learning and discovery. And in doing so, they have fed their passions and given themselves permission to achieve success."
I want to write & write about this book but I don't want to spoil it for the winner of the giveaway. It is just amazing and inspiring to read these stories! I really enjoyed this book & the feel good feelings you get from it.
GIVEAWAY
I have a GIVEAWAY for one SIGNED copy of this book!
To enter, just comment here and/or on my Monday post. Monday asks about whether you are writing your own end chapter.
You can also check out more about the author and the book at the following sites:
Bruce Frankel's website: http://www.brucefrankel.net/
So, Monday's guest post was all about what would you do with your life if you knew you had limited time? I called it, Write Your Own End Chapter. If you missed it, go back & check it out because it is SO worth the read! I also mentioned that the comments there would be part of this giveaway today.
So, today I am reviewing the book, WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH THE REST OF MY LIFE by Bruce Frankel. An amazing read!
"Whether prompted by advancing birthdays, unexpected personal events, a job loss, or retirement, at some point, many of us come to reconsider our lives. We wonder, is it too late to redefine ourselves and leave our mark in the world? In this book of intimate narratives, Bruce Frankel introduces a host of unforgettable everyday people who have bravely embraced a new sense of possibility late in life with almost unimaginable success, passion, and purpose." This book profiles people who have done amazing & extraordinary things AFTER THE AGE OF 60! As Bruce writes: "They pursue passion & purpose - at any age. They do not so much defy age as defy the limitation that our culture places on age... " There is a painter & a writer that got his debut memoir published at the age of 97, a world class runner after 60 and more!!!
Remember my Susan Boyle post? There were audience members who said: We get to an age when we think our dreams & hopes will never come true but Susan Boyle makes them think otherwise. Well, these people are OVER 60! It even makes me think I can accomplish those crazy things from my Sunday post!!!
Another interesting thing that Bruce writes relates to our health & fitness journey. "As unique as each is, as a group the individuals.. have done what scientists tell us we should do: they maintain healthy diets, exercise regularly, challenge themselves, fill their lives with novel experiences and varied connections... They like to dance and exercise. They tend to be more spiritual than religious. They interact and communicate with extensive networks of people. Listening closely to their own desires, and not to prescriptions for aging well, they have followed their own curiosity on paths of learning and discovery. And in doing so, they have fed their passions and given themselves permission to achieve success."
I want to write & write about this book but I don't want to spoil it for the winner of the giveaway. It is just amazing and inspiring to read these stories! I really enjoyed this book & the feel good feelings you get from it.
GIVEAWAY
I have a GIVEAWAY for one SIGNED copy of this book!
To enter, just comment here and/or on my Monday post. Monday asks about whether you are writing your own end chapter.
Today I ask, have you, as Bruce wrote, pursued a passion after the age of sixty? Are you already doing it or do you have plans in the making to pursue some wonderful passion of yours later in life? Do you know anybody that fits this bill? Are you already leading the life of "If I knew I had a limited time to live OR If I could not fail"? Are you writing your own end chapter & a chapter that makes you happy & fulfilled?
I will keep this giveaway open thru Friday, March 19, 2010 at 6pm PST. Winner will be announced on Monday, March 22, 2010.
You can also check out more about the author and the book at the following sites:
What Should I Do With the Rest of My Life on Amazon
Bruce Frankel's website: http://www.brucefrankel.net/
Bruce's blog: http://www.brucefrankel.net/index.php/site/articles/
Also, if you have any questions for the author, let me know, as he has generously offered to do a Q&A post!!!
Also, if you have any questions for the author, let me know, as he has generously offered to do a Q&A post!!!
Posted by truth2beingfit at 3/17/2010 12:01 AM 
Categories: Giveaway, Aging, Reviews
Tags: feel good aging Reviews books
Categories: Giveaway, Aging, Reviews
Tags: feel good aging Reviews books
I started writing a new chapter in my history 90lbs ago. I've been able to keep that weight off for 4 years now so the story continues, a story of being able to run, lift and reach for things that for so many years of my life seemed impossible.
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Life starts anew!
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I'm 47. I have written little stories all my life; however, over 2 years ago my brother (a published author) introduced me to the concept of blogging. Wow! Loved it. But it still wasn't fulfilling a need. Some elements were missing. One, I love to do research and learn. Two, I love to share my learning with others. Three, I love to facilitate and bring people together.
Out of this self-discovery, Silver & Grace was born. I feel fulfilled every day working on Silver & Grace and with the Silver & Grace community.
And this at 47. Who knows where this will lead by the time I'm 60. The possibilities are endless and exciting.
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Eliza, what a wonderful story of moving forward always! Thank you!
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This is my kind of book. I have always admired people who refuse to use the phrase "If I were younger....".
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Karen, so true!!!! I need to keep telling myself that!
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My favorite story of this type involves the famous neurosurgeon, Harvey Cushing. It seems the mandatory retirement age at Harvard was 65. He didn't want to leave, but they threw him out. He continued to work elsewhere, and all of his greatest achievements occurred after he "left" Harvard!
PS I don't like the use of the word, "should" in the title.
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Dr. J, I loved that story!!!! I guess you wanted to see: What I will do with the rest of my life!
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I'm reading a book for a review post and this morning I read an interesting tidbit: At age 44, Gandhi was just another lawyer. At age 36, Mother Teresa was an unknown nun. Amazing. Our lives have purpose, no matter our age.
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Cammy, can't wait to hear about this book!
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I am always making plans. I have tried quite a few things over the years, and some things have been more successful than others. I am not currently doing what I want to do, but I am always thinking
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Like you Lori.. I am thinking for sure!
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I have hopes of competing down the road! I plan to be a fit grandma too!
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I try and write new chapters every year. It's all about growing personally and in my relationships.
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Diane, you certainly are writing new chapters!
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I'm lucky, the first half of my life I have been able to do recess and summer vacation for a living, but I'm not 60 yet. Perhaps when I get there in 12 years I should embrace the dream, dawn a neck tie, find a cubicle and a brief case, and see how the other half lives. On second thought...
I will say thank you Jody, I am purchasing a copy of this book for my ex-wife who (I know) will benefit from it. Again, you consistently bring good stuff to the table.
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NO, Roy, no necktie and cubicle! Been there done that & it nearly killed me emotionally!
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JODY!! Great review! I'm so pleased you enjoyed the book and really appreciative of all the time and energy you put into reading and reviewing What Should I Do..? THANK YOU! And good luck to everyone entering the contest!
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