ALPHABETICAL BRAIN™ VOCABULARY LOUIS COZOLINO March 25, 2022 TIMELESS: Nature's Formula for Health and Longevity Louis Cozolino. W.W Norton, 2018, 2008 (i-xiv, 351 pages) [1st ed. published under the title: The Healthy Aging Brain --- Sustaining Attachment, Attaining Wisdom.] Quote = "If we take eternity to mean — not infinite temporal duration — but timelessness, then eternal life belongs to those who live in the present." (By Ludwig Wittgenstein, British philosopher) BOOK OUTLINE note = Numbers in parentheses refer to pages ACKNOWLEDGMENTS (ix) INTRODUCTION (1-11) PART 1 — BUILDING THE SOCIAL BRAIN (13-68) 1) OUR SOCIAL BRAINS (15-38) 2) CONNECTING TO OTHERS (39-55) 3) SUSTAINING THE SOCIAL BRAIN — A new book (56-68) PART 2 — THE SOCIAL BRAIN ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN (69-117) 4) THE LIFE OF THE BRAIN (71-101) 5) GROWTH AND ADAPTATION (86-117) 6) TWO BRAINS — MANY POSSIBILITIES (102-117) PART 3 — ATTACHMENT AND WISDOM (119-193) 7) THE EMERGENCE OF WISDOM AND COMPASSION (121-140) 8) THE MATURATION OF EMOTION (141-157) 9) CHALLENGES TO WISDOM (156-176) 10) STORIES AS NURTURANCE (177-193) PART 4 — BODY AND SOUL (195-264) 11) NURTURING YOUR BODY (197-208) 12) NURTURING RELATIONSHIPS (209-225) 13) COMPASSION IN ACTION (226-243) 14) OPTIMAL CHALLENGE AND MAXIMUM INCLUSION (244-264) CREDITS (265-275) NOTES (277-325) INDEX (327-351) AUTHOR NOTES = Louis Cozolino is a professor of psychology at Pepperdine University and a clinician in private practice. He is the author of Why Therapy Works, Attachment-Based Teaching, The Neuroscience of Human Relationships, and The Making of a Therapist. He lives in Los Angeles, California. SUMMARY = Few prejudices in Western society are more powerful than those concerning aging. Until recently, we have assumed that the story of aging is one of loss and decline. But there is an entirely different truth. Yes, you can teach an old dog — or even a sort-of-old dog — new tricks. BOOK DESCRIPTION = Is there a secret to staying young? It turns out that there are many, and they all begin with nurturing our existing relationships to foster brain health, keeping us happier and healthier. As readers of this book will learn, wisdom, enhanced social relationships, greater adaptation and flexibility (mental, if not physical!) — all these things can be attained as we grow older. Filled with both practical and thought-provoking suggestions, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to age in style. EDITORIAL BOOK REVIEWS BOOK LIST REVIEW = Psychologist Cozolino argues that there is a direct correlation between how long we live and how we live. Homo sapiens evolved to be a social animal, according to the author, and when its brain is stimulated by challenges and relationships, it continues to grow. Cozolino explains the science behind the development of the brain, citing studies and observations. He stresses the importance of attachment for older people and views the role of the elderly, tellers of the family stories, as vital to family life. Although older people cannot respond as quickly as the young, he says that they are often able to combine experiences with compassion, resulting in wisdom and empathy. Cozolino scatters thoughtful quotes throughout and shares cases taken from his own therapeutic practice. He urges older people to pay attention to food, exercise, and sleep habits. But more important, he cites the need for meaningful relationships with the young, face-to-face contacts with others, a positive attitude, and worthwhile occupations. This reassuring book would be an inspiration to seniors as well as their families and caregivers. – Candace Smith. PROFESSIONAL BOOK REVIEWS AMAZON READER BOOK REVIEWS REMEMBER ALWAYS: You Are Your Adaptable Memory! instantly return to: Introduction - Section 3 - Details What is the Best Way to Learn About Your Mind's Functions? ALPHABETICAL BRAIN™ VOCABULARY produced by Infinite Interactive Ideas©