Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Think of it as the most significant social story of our time: We are witnessing the arrival of a whole new stage of life. Today were seeing people reach what used to be the “age of retirement” and convert it into the “age of possibilities.” The authors call it "Life Reimagined." What those two words suggest is a new stage of life and—perhaps more importantly—a new way of thinking about life and living. At its core, Life Reimagined calls on each of us to engage life with a profound sense of what is possible, what is desirable, and what is personally meaningful.
One of the profound truths that under lies Life Reimagined is the liberating notion that “each of us is an experiment of one”: in other words, each of us is free to find our own way forward on this journey of discovery. But another truth is that there is a set of six practices—ways of engaging with Life Reimagined—that can help each of us find that way forward. The six practices are:
1. Reflect
2. Connect
3. Explore
4. Choose
5. Repack
6. Act
Life Reimagined offers the opportunity for each of us to grow—not just older, but grow more whole, more healthy, and more uniquely ourselves.
Synopsis
Winner of the 2014 Silver Nautilus Award Are You Ready for Your Life Reimagined Moment?
Are you at a point in your life where you're asking, "What's next?" You've finished one chapter and you have yet to write the next one. Many of us face these transitions at midlife, but they can happen at any point. It's a time full of enormous potential, and it defines a whole new phase of life. It's called Life Reimagined.
Here is your map to guide you in this new life phase. You can use the powerful practices and insights--enhanced with online tools and exercises at AARP's LifeReimagined.org website--to help you uncover your own special gifts, connect with people who can support you, and explore new directions.
You'll be inspired by meeting ordinary people who have reimagined their lives in extraordinary ways. You'll also read the stories of pioneers of the Life Reimagined movement such as Jane Pauley, James Brown, and Emilio Estefan. They show us that this journey of discovery can help us find fulfillment in surprising new places.
One of the profound truths that underlies this book is the liberating notion that each of us is "an experiment of one," free to find our own path in this new phase of our lives. No old rules, no outdated societal norms, no boundaries of convention or expectation. Let Life Reimagined help you discover your new life possibilities
Synopsis
COPUBLISHED WITH AARPAre You Ready for Your Life Reimagined Moment?
Are you at a point in your life where youre asking, “Whats next?” Youve finished one chapter and you have yet to write the next one. Many of us face these transitions at midlife, but they can happen at any point. Its a time full of enormous potential, and it defines a whole new phase of life. Its called Life Reimagined.
Here is your map to guide you in this new life phase. You can use the powerful practices and insights—enhanced with online tools and exercises at AARPs LifeReimagined.org website—to help you uncover your own special gifts, connect with people who can support you, and explore new directions.
Youll be inspired by meeting ordinary people who have reimagined their lives in extraordinary ways. Youll also read the stories of pioneers of the Life Reimagined movement such as Jane Pauley, James Brown, and Emilio Estefan. They show us that this journey of discovery can help us find fulfillment in surprising new places.
One of the profound truths that underlies this book is the liberating notion that each of us is “an experiment of one,” free to find our own path in this new phase of our lives. No old rules, no outdated societal norms, no boundaries of convention or expectation. Let Life Reimagined help you discover your new life possibilities!
About the Author
Richard Leider is a bestselling author and founder and chairman of The Inventure Group. He is ranked by Forbes as one of the "Top 5" most respected executive coaches and by the Conference Board as a "legend in coaching." He is the author of eight books including three bestsellers. Richard has a worldwide practice working with many organizations and as a seminar leader he has taught over 100,000 executives and leaders from 50 corporations across the globe.
Alan Webber is a nationally-recognized editor, author and columnist. He launched Fast Company, the fastest growing, most successful business magazine in history and was named Adweek's Editor of the Year in 1999, along with co-founding editor William Taylor. Before founding Fast Company, he was the managing editor and editorial director of the Harvard Business Review for five years. Alan's columns and articles have appeared in numerous publications, including the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and The Washington Post.
Table of Contents
Foreword By Emilio Pardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer, AARP
Introduction: Whats Next?
Chapter One: What Were You Expecting?
Chapter Two: Whats Inside?
Chapter Three: What Works?
Chapter Four: Reflect—What Do I Want?
Chapter Five: Connect—Who Cares?
Chapter Six: Explore—Whats Out There?
Chapter Seven: Take a Break—Where Have I Been?
Chapter Eight: Choose—What Now?
Chapter Nine: Repack—What to Lose, What to Take?
Chapter Ten: Act—What to Do?
Chapter Eleven: Take a Break—When Is It Over?
Chapter Twelve: Whats Happening Now?
Chapter Thirteen: What Is Life Reimagined?
Acknowledgements
Author Bios and Photos
Life Reimagined Resources
Index