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older is no reason to hit the brakes. This is more true than ever
as older adults are living more actively than ever. The prospect of
a longer, productive life – the "New
Aging", as some have called it – presents us with a tremendous
opportunity. But how do we prepare for this important stage of our
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The
Future Me: Authoring the Second Half of Your Life
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Future Me: Authoring the Second Half of Your Life, a new,
guided journal that elders and elders-to-be can use to begin thinking
about the changes – and new chances – that come with getting older.
The Future Me offers thought-provoking advice and a wealth of exercises
to help you enrich friendships, set out on new adventures, and stay
emotionally healthy. Written by John Beilenson,
a thought leader in aging, research and communications, the guide
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- Improve
your attitude: Accept the aging process, consider the
advantages of being older, and fulfill your vision of the ideal
older adult.
- Just
connect: Avoid isolation and help connect with friends
and family, and even mend fences.
- Get
involved: Take up the opportunity to learn new things,
start a new career or business or make a lasting contribution
to your community.
- Stay
sharp: Learn tips on memory-boosting activities, and
ways to sharpen your mental acuity.
- Be
creative: Discover ways to give simple everyday activities
new life. Do the thing or things you always dreamed of doing.
- Engage
the spirit: Take stock of the “big picture.” What will
you “pack” for the journey ahead? What will you leave behind?
Search for your meaning of life.
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