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"Bill Bryson, bestselling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As compulsively readable as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-read owner's manual for everybody. Bill Bryson once again proves himself to be an incomparable companion as he guides us through the human body--how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and (unfortunately)...
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2019
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Reviving Ophelia, a guide to wisdom, authenticity, and bliss for women as they age. Women growing older contend with ageism, misogyny, and loss. Yet as Mary Pipher shows, most older women are deeply happy and filled with gratitude for the gifts of life. Their struggles help them grow into the authentic, empathetic, and wise people they have always wanted to be. In Women Rowing North, Pipher offers a timely...
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El envejecimiento exitoso es un tema en el que es posible encontrar abundante literatura, así como sobre los problemas de salud asociados con esta etapa de la vida; sin embargo, es más difícil encontrar textos actualizados sobre los aspectos psicosociales del cuidado de los ancianos enfermos y en situación de dependencia. A través de una revisión crítica de la literatura, rastreando sus orígenes históricos y terminando con las contribuciones...
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Are you a young adult struggling to navigate the challenges of adulthood? Do you feel like you lack the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in your personal and professional life? If so, "The Young Adults' Concierge" is the book for you! This comprehensive guide is designed to help you master the essential life skills you need to thrive in today's world. From financial literacy to time management, from effective communication to mental and physical...
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#1 If you want to be fast after 50, you must be prepared to consider many matters. You must be an athlete all your life, and competition is a big part of who you are. If you have determination, you can do it.
#2 The choices you make every day are important for your health. They are not just about training, but also about lifestyle decisions, big or small. All are important.
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A huge majority of people at the end of their lives want to die at home, but only a small number manage to do this. This vital book asks why. Many of us have experienced an elderly loved one coming to the end of their life in a hospital-over-treated, infantilized, and, worst of all, facing a death without dignity. Families are being herded into making decisions that are not to the benefit of the patient. Professor Ken Hillman has worked in intensive...
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La pregunta por el valor de la vejez y por el bien vivir en esta etapa de la vida ha recorrido la historia de la cultura humana. Desde Cicerón, quien se preguntaba en la Roma republicana por las claves del cómo envejecer con dignidad, hasta las investigaciones de la premio nobel en medicina Rita Levi-Montalcini, quien demostró con su trabajo que nuevas reconexiones neuronales se forman constantemente en la edad adulta y la vejez, lo que les permite...
8) TABOR
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Human nature and all its complexity lend themselves to inspection and introspection. Quick snapshots of the various aspects of the human condition provide food for thought.
A provocative book offering insights on concepts ranging from psychological development and personality disorders to friendship and the loss of potential through failure to act to bring energy to the occasion. The soul's purpose, ageing, and generational gaps the naïve optimism...
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A los cincuenta años, la persona posee un mundo interior muy diferente del que poseía a los veinte. Se relaciona de otro modo consigo misma, su sexualidad es totalmente distinta y cambia su escala de valores en cuanto a carrera, familia y sociedad. El adulto es mucho más que un niño que creció. Es sorprendente que tan pocos estudios psicológicos se hayan dedicado a la edad madura. La terapia se interesa ante todo por la infancia y la proyecta...
10) The Memory Book
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You won't forget this book! THE MEMORY BOOK is packed with useful information and practical strategies to help keep your memory in tip-top shape. There's nothing more frustrating than your memory letting you down. Perhaps you forget what you meant to do the minute you get up to do it, or you bump into your neighbors at the shops and you can't remember their names, or you can't think of a word that's on the tip of your tongue. Many of us worry it's...
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Après «Cap sur la retraite. 25 points de repère pour franchir les transitions» (Flammarion Québec, 2020), Marie-Paule Dessaint revient vous proposer un ouvrage pour savourer pleinement votre retraite, éviter ses pièges et surmonter les difficultés de cette délicate transition de vie. Elle vous y propose une réflexion sur les valeurs qui guident vos comportements et les besoins qui pilotent vos vies: la certitude, la sécurité, les défis,...
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No one has come from a perfect family, where all our feelings were honored and revered. Each of us, in order to learn, grow, and sometimes survive, had to develop a false self. Sometimes this false self can greatly stifle our progress and happiness. We become pleasers, rebels, or caretakers, leaving us afraid, angry, confused, depressed, and unhappy.
Since 1964, Dr. Sterling G. Ellsworth has helped thousands of people identify and receive their missing...
13) Cuando el día llega a su fin: Guía para cuidar a personas con demencia y alzhéimer en etapa terminal
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"¿Qué haría si se tratara de su familiar?", es la pregunta que muchos le hacen al médico que atiende su caso. ¿Cómo decidir por alguien más? ¿Cómo elegir lo mejor en tratamientos médicos, temas financieros, legales y sobre la vida de otra persona?
Cuando el día llega a su fin responde a estos cuestionamientos y acompaña a la familia y a cuidadores detrás de un diagnóstico de alzhéimer u otra enfermedad por demencia. La doctora Kenny...
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Do you care too much about what other people think and just want to be happy? If you want to feel comfortable in any situation around any person while feeling strong and alive, then keep reading...
Did you know that every year millions of people with empath are misdiagnosed with bipolar, social anxiety and other conditions?
Hundreds of 1000's of people go about their lives thinking they have a problem when really they have a gift.
Are you one of...
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When we can't call to mind the name of someone we've known for years, or walk into a room and forget what we came for, we start worrying. Are these lapses just "senior moments," or something serious like dementia? In this book, a renowned specialist explores the topic of memory in later life-not only the problems but the surprisingly unexpected pleasures it can offer, such as the "reminiscence effect."
Avoiding jargon, Douwe Draaisma explains neurological...
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☆★☆Stoicism Full Life Mastery - Mastering The Stoic Way of Living and Emotions ☆★☆BOOK SERIES # 2Master Stoicism In No Time!This philosophy is not something you just read about, but put into practice in your daily living..Learn how to effectively master your emotions, find eternal bliss, peace of mind, and learn the secrete to true lasting happiness beyond human conditioningThe ancient philosophy of stoicism has stood the test of times...
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"Breaking the Chains of Osteoporosis: Your Path to Stronger Bones for a Stronger Tomorrow" is a comprehensive and empowering guide to understanding, preventing, and managing osteoporosis. This book takes readers on a journey through the intricate landscape of bone health, providing essential knowledge about osteoporosis causes, risk factors, and the silent progression of the condition.Written in an accessible and engaging style, the book offers practical...
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Newspaper columnist and beloved pediatrician, Marilyn Heins, MD, has fashioned a pathway through the transformative senior years of life after having entered the octogenarian years, herself. Gleaned from her experiences as she navigates the changes that come with aging, A Traveler's Guide to Geriatrica is augmented with insightful yet playful illustrations by renowned political cartoonist, David Fitzsimmons. Marilyn takes on her role of tour guide...
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From Bulletproof creator and bestselling author Dave Asprey comes a revolutionary approach to anti-aging that will help you up your game at any age.
Dave Asprey suffered countless symptoms of aging as a young man, which sparked a life-long burning desire to grow younger with each birthday. For more than twenty years, he has been on a quest to find innovative, science-backed methods to upgrade human biology and redefine the limits of the mind, body,...
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Discover the secrets to living a longer, healthier life with "The New Science of Aging: Strategies for Living Longer and Healthier" by Ryan Knightly. This comprehensive guide explores the latest research and cutting-edge strategies for healthy aging, providing readers with the tools they need to extend their lifespan and maintain their quality of life as they age.Knightly takes readers on a journey through the various factors that contribute to aging,...
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