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30 lessons for living

Book • 2012

In this book, Karl Pillemer compiles 30 key lessons for living a fulfilling life, derived from his five-year project of interviewing more than 1,000 Americans over the age of 65.

The book covers a wide range of topics including marriage, parenting, career, aging, and living without regrets.

It weaves together personal recollections and hard-won advice from these 'wisest Americans,' providing practical and inspirational guidance for readers.

The lessons are categorized into areas such as happy marriages, successful careers, effective parenting, and aging fearlessly, offering a comprehensive guide to living well.

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, summarizing the advice given by elderly Americans in the book.

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, highlighting the lessons learned from elderly Americans about life priorities.

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