Successful Aging

A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives

By: Daniel J. Levitin

Narrated by: Daniel J. Levitin

Length: 18 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

Science Writers and Communicators of Canada Book Award—General Audience

INSTANT TOP 10 BESTSELLER • New York Times • USA Today • Washington Post • LA Times

“Debunks the idea that aging inevitably brings infirmity and unhappiness and instead offers a trove of practical, evidence-based guidance for living longer and better.”—Daniel H. Pink, author of When and Drive

SUCCESSFUL AGING delivers powerful insights:

• Debunking the myth that memory always declines with age

• Confirming that "health span"—not "life span"—is what matters

• Proving that sixty-plus years is a unique and newly recognized developmental stage

• Recommending that people look forward to joy, as reminiscing doesn't promote health

Levitin looks at the science behind what we all can learn from those who age joyously, as well as how to adapt our culture to take full advantage of older people's wisdom and experience. Throughout his exploration of what aging really means, using research from developmental neuroscience and the psychology of individual differences, Levitin reveals resilience strategies and practical, cognitive enhancing tricks everyone should do as they age.

Successful Aging inspires a powerful new approach to how listeners think about our final decades, and it will revolutionize the way we plan for old age as individuals, family members, and citizens within a society where the average life expectancy continues to rise.

©2020 Daniel J Levitin (P)2020 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“Predictions are perilous, but here's one I can make with certainty: Tomorrow you and I will be older than we are today. That’s why you, I, and everyone we know needs this remarkable book. With a scientist’s rigor and a storyteller’s flair, Daniel Levitin offers a fresh approach to growing older. He debunks the idea that aging inevitably brings infirmity and unhappiness and instead offers a trove of practical, evidence-based guidance for living longer and better. SUCCESSFUL AGING is an essential book for the rest of your life.”—Daniel H. Pink, author of When and Drive

“Daniel Levitin explores a wealth of information on the complex biology of aging and presents it in an engaging and accessible manner. Writing with insight, compassion and gentle humor he shows us the positive side of the aging process and how to make the most of the future that awaits us. Essential reading for baby boomers and those who love them.”—Drs. Pamela Harzband & Jerome Groopman, Professors, Harvard Medical School, authors of Your Medical Mind

"A superb user's manual for aging bodies and minds, providing an evidence-based discussion of issues including personality, memory, intelligence, and emotions."—PsychologyToday.com

A must read

I personally believe that every single solitary person alive no matter what the age should read this book to prepare for their senior years. It is so full of helpful information to help you navigate the process successfully.

A Must Read if you're 60 or older

Fascinating read packed full of solid science, interesting anecdotal information, and a thoughtful discussion. Was engrossed in it.

Wonderful information

This book is really about everything. Very informative of course, but it’s also like a spiritual manifesto about how to live one’s life.

Stay all the way to the end, there’s a great and very fitting song.

Carolyn Jacobson, age 91

Daniel Leviton”s creative book on aging is one of the most influential and inspirational books I have tread/listened to.
It has beeen confirming and powerful. Thanks, Dan

Excellent!! Thorough!! Engaging!!

My highest recommendation. As a prior geriatric psychiatrist, I found this book to be a terrifically interesting and useful guide. Enjoyable for the general public.

Amazing book

I love this book and will be purchasing it in hardback. Very helpful information. Thank you

A premium read for anyone.

A beautiful read. Have patience with this book, the lessons are in the messages. It gives perspective, focus us to appreciate the beauty that comes with aging. As a young reader it feels like a hack or time travel into the future… it guides, it gives meaning and highlights purpose.

Wonderful

Great read. A great insight into aging & very well researched as well! Good for those of all ages

Wonderful book

I was looking for a book to explain and help understand the process of aging. Excellent and thoughtful information was provided. Thank you Daniel for all the work and research that went into this book.

Physician endorsement

As a physician I would rate this book 5 stars. It is enter, very well researched and evidence based. It is truly a state of our knowledge book about the human mind as we understand it in 2020.