Book Review: "50 Ways to Leave Your 40s"

It was almost two years ago when we first learned of Sheila Key and Peggy Spencer's writing project about making the most of the second half of your life. Based on what we heard from them we were expecting a great gift book for the 12,500 people who are celebrating (or perhaps dreading) their 50th birthday every day. In fact it is a great gift book, but it is much, much more.

"50 Way to Leave Your 40s" is laden with strategies and tips for passing through middle age. The book is broken up into four sections, Body, Mind, Soul and Heart. The book is written in a humorous tone with funny anecdotes. The underlying message is that while the 50th birthday may initially met with dread, if handled properly it may be the best thing to happen to you. That's because it can be the catalyst to do the things you need to do to maximize the quality of your health and wellbeing. "50 Ways" is a road map for doing exactly this.

As we said, it's a great gift book, but if no one is nice enough to give it to you on your birthday then do not hesitate to pick it up for yourself.

Also read LifeTwo's interview with authors Sheila Key and Peggy Spencer.

Amazon Link: 50 Ways to Leave Your 40s: Living It Up in Life's Second Half