The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly: Life Wisdom from Someone Who Will (Probably) Die Before You (Autobiography #3) [J0029]

2022 HC in nice clean condition. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, a book of humorous and charming advice for embracing life and aging joyfully. Unburdened by (literal and emotional) baggage, Magnusson is able to focus on what makes each day worth living. In her new book she reveals her discoveries about aging-some difficult to accept, many rather wondrous. She reflects on her idyllic childhood on the west coast of Sweden, the fullness of her life with her husband and five children, and learning how to live alone. Throughout, she offers advice on how to age gracefully, such as wear stripes, don't resist new technology, let go of what doesn't matter, and more. As with death cleaning, it's never too early to begin. The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly shows all readers how to prepare for and understand the process of growing older and the joys and sorrows it can bring. While Magnusson still recommends decluttering (your loved ones will thank you!), her ultimate message is that we should not live in fear of death but rather focus on appreciating beauty, connecting with our loved ones, and enjoying our time together. Wise, funny, and eminently practical, The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly is a gentle and welcome reminder that, no matter your age, there are always fresh discoveries ahead, and pleasures both new and familiar to be encountered every day.

From recent Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "Lovely reminiscent set of essays on a life well lived. I think I would have loved chatting with this woman."; "Another enjoyable book. Her stories of raising her family made me chuckle - especially the one of stopping her brawling sons with a water hosing that ended in gales of laughter."; "What a happy book full of wisdom and grace to make getting older an accomplishment rather than something to dread. This book felt like a hug from my grandma :)"; "This was a really cute sweet book. It was very matter of fact about aging and dying. "