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Out of the Woods

A Guide to Life for Men Beyond 50

Alan Heeks
This practical guide is aimed at the maturing man, offering insight and advice on how to handle the changing roles and responsibilities of midlife onwards. Addressing a wide range of possible issues, from relationship breakdowns to health problems, there are checklists, case studies and exercises to help navigate the pitfalls and possibilities of the years beyond 50. 
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Product information:
  • Publisher: How To Books
  • Year: 2013
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 268pp
  • Illustrated: No
  • Dimensions: 233x153mm
  • ISBN: 9781845285128
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.4kg
Product code:
507919
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This book is a guide for the maturing man: complete with route-finder, service areas, scenic highlights and emergency callout advice. It gathers the best wisdom and experience of many men on enjoying your best years to the full, on the skills you need to handle the losses and shipwrecks, and on how to grow through them. It offers insights, inspiration, practical advice and resources for further help.The aim is simple: enjoy life now!

The book offers wisdom from the unexpected, like a Wiltshire wood, football, Sufi mystics, car maintenance, and heroic myth.

Topics in the book include:

Change and renewal.
A fresh look at relationships.
Work, money - and fulfilment.
Tackling health issues.
Family Dynamics: ageing parents and lots more.
Last Chance Saloon: addictions, anger, depression, alternatives.
Dreams, dawns, dying, inspiration.
Giving and receiving: friends, groups, communities.
Sex: Yes you can!
Maturing organically: sustaining your happiness, giving back.

The book offers an easy, entertaining read to guide men through this new stage of life.It's also helpful for partners, family and friends who want to understand and support them.To handle new needs and challenges there are self test exercises, and further resource guides.
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