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At the heart of this book lies a simple yet profound truth: the way we think, feel, and perceive the world around us can significantly influence our health outcomes and quality of life. You'll discover the science behind positivity, learn practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset, and explore how these practices can lead to lasting changes in your health and happiness.

Fit im Kopf ein Leben lang. Jeder Herzschlag, jeder Gedanke, jedes Gefühl wird von unseren Nerven bestimmt. Ständig kommunizieren sie miteinander. Doch wie altern Nerven? Wie altert das Gehirn? Und was können wir tun, um unseren Geist und die Seele – und damit auch unseren Körper – jung und gesund zu erhalten? Marianne Koch erklärt, was gegen Alzheimer und andere Demenzen schützt, warum es für unsere kognitive Reserve so wichtig ist, lebenslang zu lernen und Erfahrungen zu sammeln, warum wir auf guten Schlaf achten sollten, wie wir Schmerzen begegnen können, was wir gegen Alterseinsamkeit und das Gefühl, überflüssig zu sein, tun können.

Este libro ha sido creado especialmente pensando en ti, dirigido a mujeres que, al igual que tú, están en una búsqueda de sabiduría y desean aplicarla para encontrar esa anhelada paz interior en el torbellino de la vida moderna. Es una guía que, aunque escrita para nosotras, también puede ser de gran aprendizaje para los hombres que decidan sumergirse en sus páginas.

Im einen Moment ist alles wie immer, im nächsten fällt einem plötzlich auf, dass die eigenen Eltern älter werden. Das wirft viele Fragen und Unsicherheiten auf. Auf humorvolle und informative Art und Weise beantwortet Kester Schlenz genau diese Fragen und relativiert Unsicherheiten in seinem Buch "Mutti baut ab: Wenn Eltern alt werden". Ehrlich, rührend und lustig beschreibt Schlenz seine Erfahrungen mit der eigenen Mutter, indem er von lustigen Anekdoten und herzergreifenden Momenten erzählt.

Mit den Fragen, Sorgen und Hoffnungen, die uns beim Älterwerden beschäftigen, setzt sich Riemann in "Die Kunst des Alterns" auseinander. Ein einsichtsvolles Hörbuch, gelesen von Andreas Wilde, das nachdenklich macht - nicht nur ältere Hörer und Hörerinnen.

In an age where exterior accomplishments and societal validation measure success, one man dares to ask the unspoken question: What if everyone is afraid? Ron discovers the universality of fear and embarks on a journey through his memories, life lessons, and an unexpected encounter with Dr. Jerko. Inspired by the true stories of his challenges and a room full of top executives, this captivating fable unravels the intricate tapestry of fear woven into the fabric of every human soul.

Discover practical strategies to maintain physical well-being, nurture mental resilience, and cultivate meaningful connections. As you delve into the wisdom of successful aging, unlock the secrets to a fulfilling life, embracing each chapter with intention and enthusiasm.

Embark on a transformative journey into the art of aging gracefully with our captivating audiobook bundle, presenting two definitive guides tailored to empower your golden years. 'Rules for Healthy Aging' extends a hand to illuminate the path toward embracing aging with vitality and wisdom. Uncover a comprehensive compendium filled with time-tested strategies, practical lifestyle adjustments, and expert insights aimed at nurturing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Discover the secrets to aging gracefully as you explore practical tips and strategies tailored to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional vitality. From nurturing a resilient mindset to adopting nourishing lifestyle choices, this guide provides actionable steps to help you embrace the golden years with vigor and confidence.

No one teaches us how to grow old. It just happens. Sometimes quickly, like with an illness or injury. Then, we feel our age quickly. Sometimes slowly, like a change in hair color to shades of gray or shades of bald. Whether quickly or slowly, there are always surprises. Some pleasant, some painful. The joy or sadness of growing old usually rests with our perception and expectations.

The Relate team creates resources to help couples create great relationships. We utilize current relationship research, attachment theory, and neuroscience and train couples counselors in Presence Oriented Relationship Therapy (PORT). The basics of PORT are used in this book to help couples improve communication, and connection, and build excitement during the holidays. This book is written for easy reading by busy couples and skills that are easily implemented.

The dreaded midlife crisis doesn’t strike everyone, but it’s a common enough occurrence that everyone is familiar with the concept. If you find yourself in the middle of one, your own concern is finding your way out. There are many theories about what causes this common phenomenon in one’s older adult years. Many cultures, including Japanese and Indian, don’t seem to suffer from midlife crises. At least part of the issue seems to be influenced by culture.

When we step into curiosity, we find we have a choice to see the world through other people’s eyes. To imagine what their experiences are, even though we cannot know them directly. From here, we can begin to understand and utilize our agency. The power we hold over interpreting our day-to-day experiences and the stories we end up telling ourselves about them, i.e., "our truths." Too often, this leads to selling ourselves short, or worse, selling ourselves out, resulting in death by a thousand papercuts.

It is way past time for a new look at the phenomenon of aging—an examination that reveals the ultimate dignity of human life. Such a look reveals the organic process that is going on. It shows instinctive forces at work, pushing growth and integration.