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Not only accepting but also celebrating getting old, this inspirational and illuminating book looks at the many facets of the aging process, from purposes and challenges to struggles and surprises. Central throughout is a call to cherish the blessing of aging as a natural part of life that is active, productive, and deeply rewarding. Perhaps the most important dimension revealed lies in the awareness that there is a purpose to aging and intention built into every stage of life. Chittister reflects on many key issues, including the temptation towards isolation, the need to stay involved, the importance of health and well-being, what happens when old relationships end or shift, the fear of tomorrow, and the mystery of forever. Readers are encouraged to surmount their fears of getting older and find beauty in aging well.

ISBN-13: 9781933346335

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: BlueBridge

Publication Date: 09-01-2010

Pages: 240

Product Dimensions: 5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.80(d)

JOAN CHITTISTER is an internationally known writer and lecturer, and the executive director of Benetvision: A Resource and Research Center for Contemporary Spirituality. She currrently serves as co-chair of the UN-sponsored Global Peace Initiative of Women. She lives in Erie, Pennsylvania.

What People are Saying About This

Michael Lerner

An amazing compendium of wisdom not only for people facing aging or providing support, but for everyone who wants to live a spiritually centered and balanced life. (Michael Lerner, editor, Tikkun Magazine)

Seyyed Hossein Nasr

In a world that glorifies youth and degrades old age, the words of Joan Chittister about aging are a precious gift. Through numerous insights, she invites us to realize that old age is not a drawing away from a fulfilling life, but a new life unto itself. (Seyyed Hossein Nasr, author, The Garden of Truth)

Richard P. McBrien

A book rich in wisdom-a wisdom that comes only from a life well-lived and a carefully cultivated spirituality. It is a book that is destined to be a classic. (Richard P. McBrien, author, Lives of the Saints)

Helen Prejean

Brims with insight, pluck, verve and courage. . . . Shows us both the joys and the challenges of growing older, and encourages us to discover the deep spiritual meaning that can come with older age. (Helen Prejean, author, Dead Man Walking)

Andrew Greeley

The best book I have read on the subject of aging, a dazzling work radiant with gems of insight on every page. It will be my spiritual reading in the days ahead. (Andrew Greeley, author, The Great Mysteries)