Love Loving: Creating Meaning and Purpose for Adults Aged 42-63
Must-Read Books
- The Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest by Dan Buettner
Synopsis: Dan Buettner explores the lifestyle habits of communities with the highest life expectancy, offering practical advice for promoting longevity, mind-body health, and finding meaning and purpose in life. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg
Synopsis: Charles Duhigg examines the science behind habits and offers strategies for changing unhealthy behaviors and creating positive, lasting change, promoting mind-body health and a sense of purpose in life. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brené Brown
Synopsis: Brené Brown explores the power of vulnerability and authenticity in living a wholehearted life, helping readers find meaning and purpose by embracing their true selves and fostering mind-body health and well-being. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck
Synopsis: Carol Dweck explores the power of mindset in shaping success and happiness, teaching readers to adopt a growth mindset that promotes resilience, self-belief, and a sense of purpose in life, contributing to lifelong mind-body health. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson
Synopsis: Mark Manson challenges readers to reevaluate their values and priorities, focusing on what truly matters and letting go of societal pressures, promoting mind-body health, and a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living by Shauna Niequist
Synopsis: Shauna Niequist shares her journey of moving away from a life of busyness and striving to embrace a simpler, more meaningful way of living, promoting greater mind-body health, and a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy] - Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Synopsis: Henry Cloud and John Townsend provide practical advice for setting healthy boundaries in all areas of life, promoting emotional and relational well-being, and helping readers find greater mind-body health and a sense of purpose in life. [LINK to Audiobook/Hardcopy]
Recommended Supplements
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA and DHA) [LINK]
- Dosage: 1000-2000 mg of combined EPA and DHA per day
- Frequency: Daily
- Omega-3 fatty acids support cognitive function, mood regulation, and overall brain health in adults. (Grosso et al., “Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Depression: Scientific Evidence and Biological Mechanisms,” Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2014)
- Vitamin D [LINK]
- Dosage: 1000-2000 IU per day
- Frequency: Daily
- Vitamin D is essential for brain health, mood regulation, and overall well-being in adults. (Holick et al., “Evaluation, Treatment, and Prevention of Vitamin D Deficiency: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline,” The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2011)
- Probiotics [LINK]
- Dosage: Follow product recommendations for age-appropriate dosage
- Frequency: Daily
- Probiotics support gut health, which is closely linked to mood regulation and overall well-being in adults. (Hill et al., “Expert Consensus Document. The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics Consensus Statement on the Scope and Appropriate Use of the Term Probiotic,” Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology, 2014)
- Multivitamins [LINK]
- Dosage: Follow product recommendations for age-appropriate dosage
- Frequency: Daily
- Multivitamins can help fill nutritional gaps and support overall health and well-being in adults. (Bailey et al., “Multivitamin-Mineral Use Is Associated with Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Mortality among Women in the United States,” The Journal of Nutrition, 2015)
- Magnesium [LINK]
- Dosage: 300-500 mg per day
- Frequency: Daily
- Magnesium is important for nervous system function, stress management, and mood regulation in adults. (Boyle et al., “The Effects of Magnesium Supplementation on Subjective Anxiety and Stress-A Systematic Review,” Nutrients, 2017)
- Zinc
- Dosage: 15-30 mg per day
- Frequency: Daily
- Zinc is important for cognitive function, immune system health, and overall well-being in adults. (Prasad et al., “Zinc Status and Serum Testosterone Levels of Healthy Adults,” Nutrition, 1996)
- Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) [LINK]
- Dosage: 100-200 mg per day
- Frequency: Daily
- CoQ10 is an antioxidant that supports heart health, energy production, and overall well-being in adults. (Garrido-Maraver et al., “Clinical Applications of Coenzyme Q10,” Frontiers in Bioscience, 2014).
Top Well-Being Websites
- Mindful – www.mindful.org
Synopsis: Mindful offers articles, guided meditations, and resources for practicing mindfulness, reducing stress, and finding purpose and meaning in life, promoting lifelong mind and body health for adults in midlife. - Greater Good Magazine – https://ggsc.berkeley.edu
Synopsis: Greater Good Magazine provides science-based articles, videos, and practices for fostering happiness, resilience, and purpose, promoting lifelong mind and body health for adults in midlife. - Psychology Today – www.psychologytoday.com
Synopsis: Psychology Today provides articles, blogs, and resources on mental health, well-being, and personal development, helping adults in midlife cultivate resilience, purpose, and meaning in life for lifelong mind and body health. - The Chopra Center – www.chopra.com
Synopsis: The Chopra Center offers articles, resources, and online courses on holistic well-being, including mindfulness, meditation, and personal growth practices, promoting lifelong mind and body health and fulfillment for adults in midlife. - Positive Psychology – https://positivepsychology.com
Synopsis: Positive Psychology offers articles, assessments, and resources on happiness, well-being, and personal growth, helping adults in midlife cultivate resilience, purpose, and meaning in life for lifelong mind and body health. - Healthy Women – https://healthywomen.org
Synopsis: Healthy Women provides articles, resources, and expert advice on women’s health, well-being, and personal development, helping women in midlife prioritize self-care, purpose, and meaning for lifelong mind and body health. - Berkeley Well-Being Institute – www.berkeleywellbeing.com
Synopsis: Berkeley Well-Being Institute provides science-based tools and practices for promoting well-being, resilience, and purpose in life, helping adults in midlife cultivate lifelong mind and body health and fulfillment.
Inspiring TED Talks
- “The Power of Vulnerability” by Brené Brown
Synopsis: Brené Brown discusses the importance of embracing vulnerability, fostering authentic connections, and finding meaning and purpose in relationships, career, and personal growth, promoting lifelong mind and body health for adults in their 40s and 50s. - “How to Make Stress Your Friend” by Kelly McGonigal
Synopsis: Kelly McGonigal reframes how we view stress, offering insights into how it can be used as a tool for growth, resilience, and finding meaning and purpose in life for adults navigating midlife transitions. - 3.”The Art of Stillness” by Pico Iyer
- Synopsis: Pico Iyer explores the power of stillness and reflection, offering insights into finding peace, clarity, and a deeper sense of purpose in the midst of life’s complexities, promoting mind and body health for adults in their 40s and 50s.
- “The Power of Believing That You Can Improve” by Carol Dweck
Synopsis: Carol Dweck discusses the power of a growth mindset, teaching adults in their 40s and 50s that their abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work, leading to personal and professional fulfillment. - “How to Turn Grit into a Lifelong Habit” by Angela Lee Duckworth
Synopsis: Angela Lee Duckworth discusses the importance of grit, teaching adults in their 40s and 50s that passion and perseverance are essential for achieving long-term goals, overcoming challenges, and finding purpose in their careers and personal lives. - “The Happy Secret to Better Work” by Shawn Achor
Synopsis: Shawn Achor discusses the connection between happiness, success, and a sense of purpose, offering practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset, increasing productivity, and finding fulfillment in work and life for adults in their 40s and 50s. - “Why 30 is Not the New 20” by Meg Jay
Synopsis: Meg Jay challenges the notion that the 20s are a throwaway decade and discusses the importance of making intentional choices in relationships, career, and personal development, promoting mind and body health for adults in their 40s and 50s.