Pfeiffer, Eric, 1935-

Winning strategies for successful aging [electronic resource] / Eric Pfeiffer. - New Haven : Yale University Press, c2013. - xvi, 316 p. - Yale University Press health & wellness .

Includes index.

You have a whole generation of life left to live--prepare accordingly -- Understand what successful aging is, and then plan to do it -- Choose your ideal place to live -- Know who you are-- and do something -- Make your relationships and social life a high priority -- Insist on good health--everything else depends on it -- Stay mentally healthy -- Care for your brain to keep your memory sharp -- Hold on to your money so you don't outlive it -- Exercise every day, and make it fun -- Protect your independence -- Embrace your inner, spiritual self -- Maintain your sexual life -- Give charitably, and reap the rewards -- Plan for a good good-bye -- Know these secrets of successful living.

9780300185416 (ebook)


Older people--Health and hygiene
Older people--Mental health.
Self-care, Health.