In his latest book, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. Arthur C. Brooks offers readers a guide for thriving after age 50. Drawing on both scientific research and personal anecdotes from his own life journey, Brooks provides advice on how to find greater meaning in later years by developing new strengths and passions. He also offers thoughtful tips for creating a satisfying retirement plan and maintaining good physical health as one enters into older age. Ultimately, Brooks argues that aging can be an opportunity for growth if approached with the right mindset –- one that is open to change and ready to embrace all that life has yet to offer.
For who is this book for ?
Arthur C. Brooks’ latest book, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life is a guide for thriving after age 50. The author draws from both scientific research and personal anecdotes from his own life journey to provide readers with advice on how to find greater meaning in later years by developing new strengths and passions. He also offers thoughtful tips for creating a satisfying retirement plan and maintaining good physical health as one enters into older age. Ultimately, Brooks argues that aging can be an opportunity for growth if approached with the right mindset –- one that is open to change and ready to embrace all that life has yet to offer.
Pros :
- Author is a highly respected thinker and writes convincingly about the second half of life
- The book is grounded in research but also easy to read with lots of anecdotes
- Provides concrete advice on how to age successfully
Cons :
- The book is a little bit dry in terms of the amount of research that has gone into it.
- Some sections are repetitive and could have been consolidated.
- It can be challenging to stay motivated while reading a self-help book, especially if you’re not quite at the “second half of life” yet.
Learn more about the author
Arthur C. Brooks is a professor of public policy at Syracuse University and president of the American Enterprise Institute, a think tank in Washington D.C. He has written for outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Time magazine, and is the author of several books on topics ranging from philanthropy to happiness to conservative political thought.
Reader Reviews
“Arthur Brooks has written an inspiring, insightful guide to thriving in the second half of life. Drawing on both scientific research and his own personal experience, he provides a wealth of practical advice for finding greater meaning and purpose in later years. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to make the most of their golden years.”
“This book is amazing! It has completely changed the way I view my 50s and 60s. Brooks makes a strong case for aging not being about winding down, but rather just getting started on the next phase of life.”
“Arthur Brooks has written an engaging and thoughtful book on aging. He convincingly argues that the second half of life can be a time of great growth, if we are open to it. Drawing on both scientific research and personal anecdotes, he offers readers a guide for thriving in later years. This is an important message for our times –- especially given the lengthening average lifespan.”
“Arthur Brooks has written an important book that can help all of us find happiness and purpose in the second half of life. From Strength to Strength is filled with rich insights, engaging stories, and practical advice that will inspire you to create a powerful and rewarding future.”
