Here you'll find of books and other media resources we find relevant to retiring, dentists, and other things you may find interesting. Please feel free to leave a comment if you have an opinion on the resource listed.
Healthy at 100
Healthy at 100, John Robbins, Ballantine Books, 2006, N.Y. The heir to the Baskin-Robbins ice cream fortune, chose to walk away from great monetary wealth to pursue a life promoting a healthy diet and healthy living. His research of successful societies composed of long-lived, happy people is convincing of the value of exercise, developing loving relationships, and reducing meat in our diets. Based on sound scientific data, he shows that it is never too late to take steps to improve our health and the quality of our lives. -N
The Myth of Alzheimer's
The Myth of Alzheimer’s, Peter J. Whitehouse, M.D., Ph.D.; St Martin’s
Press, N.Y. 2008 This book is described as “provocative and
groundbreaking”. The author has extensive background in the research and
treatment of dementia. He proposes new approaches to managing this disease
and has hopeful suggestions for those living with it, individuals, families,
friends and society as a whole.
The Longevity Revolution
The Longevity Revolution, Robert N. Butler, M.D., Public Affairs, 2008. A very comprehensive study of the science, economics, politics, psychology, and social impact of longevity. This well-researched book with over 120 pages of references sheds light on the next great social trend that is about to sweep the world. Butler explores myths and offers solutions to many of the challenges facing individuals, families, communities, and nations. This book would be helpful for anyone who is thoughtful about a future that is sure to happen if current trends continue.
Transitions. Making sense of life's changes
Transitions. Making sense of life's changes-William Bridges, First Da Capo Press, 2004
This book deals with most kinds of transitions a person may experience in life. Retirement is just one. The author makes an argument for three distinct phases a person must go through before a transition is complete. He feels there must be an end, then a "neutral zone", and finally a new beginning. He presents some helpful information for those having difficulty dealing with retirement. -N
The Mature Mind
The Mature Mind. The positive Power of the aging brain. Gene Cohen, M.D., PhD. Basic Books, 2005. We are entering an exciting era of wisdom. Not only are there huge numbers of people aging well beyond the average life span of just a few years ago, but they are bringing wisdom and perspective that is uncommon in younger people. Dr. Cohen reveals multiple studies that demonstrate the continuing growth and development of the human brain. Neurogenesis continues as we age, and the capacity to learn never stops. There are practical suggestions about how to take care of our brains so that we can make the most of them.
Discover Wellness; How staying healthy can make you rich.
Discover Wellness. How staying healthy can make you rich. Hoffman and Rich, Center Path Publishing, 2007 The authors make a compelling case for the financial benefits of staying well. Not only is wellness beneficial individually, but also companies can have a competitive advantage with healthy workers, through less absenteeism, more productivity and lower health care costs. The authors are chiropractors who incorporate chiropractic adjustments in their other suggestions for improving health through diet, exercise, stretching, mental exercise, socializing, giving, sleeping well, and reducing stress. -N
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