The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age

by Dr Gladys McGarey

Genres: Self Help

256 pages, Paperback

Published April 25, 2024

Reviews

[Namo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this book sounds like an old grandma (with the age of 100+) telling us her own stories on how she lived so well. How her life filled with joy and happiness. The secret to her longevity is not just the health. Happiness plays an important role.
The concepts mentioned in this book are very simple, but I think you would nod multiple times while reading it (just like I did). This book is very inspirational, making me want to live a well happy life like the author.
Just live and enjoy your life!!

[Dinky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful and insightful book full of wisdom and thought provoking example experiences. A book I believe everyone could take something from and one to read over again through life to remind yourself of these important messages.

[Jaime · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Well Lived Life was a warm, encouraging read that left me both reflective and motivated. I loved Gladys’s “secrets” and how practical and attainable many of them felt—I’m genuinely excited to start implementing a few into my own life. What surprised me most was realizing that she shared several of the same outlooks and habits as my own grandma, who is 101. That connection made the book feel even more meaningful and affirming. This wasn’t a read that felt overwhelming or preachy, but rather an invitation to pause, take stock, and choose joy more intentionally. I clearly have some work to do—and some joy to find—and I’m grateful this book nudged me in that direction.

[Yelda Basar Moers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an unexpected find, a marvel of wisdom and experience shared by someone who had lived well (she died at 104!), with purpose and love. We can learn so much from Glady’s experience and learn to appreciate each day, take the wins with grace, and view the losses as life lessons for growth. Loved this book and loved HER and her positive voice.

[Laura Tengzelius · Rating 5 out of 5]

I believe everybody should read this book! The wisdom and beautiful stories Dr Gladys writes about are both inspiring and moving!

[Yvonne T · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this a difficult book to read, not one that you can sit down and read cover to cover in one go. It is quite insightful with a lot of thought provoking advice, some of which I could relate to. Having said that I think that if anyone who reads it applies just half of what she advocates then we would be happier people for having applied some of her philosophies.

[Carolyn Wohlfarth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a well structured easy read although you have to use brain power. I found myself thinking a lot and having to reread parts but I think that’s what the point was. I liked at the end of each secret there would be points to think about

[Katrina · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’ve read many books about living life well over the years, and so tend to skim them these days. This one does have a few original pearls of wisdom to offer, so I’d recommend it, but there are too many anecdotes for my taste.

[Kate Geiger]

I adored this woman! I'd like to have her over for dinner!
her memoir is honest, thought-privoking, and never boring. I enjoyed her vulnerability, her strength, and her explanation of her medical journey.
Definitely recommend!

[Emma Manton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this so much. So much wisdom shared within. I’ve taken a lot from the book and will re read chapters often for encouragement and support.

[Millie Hertzler · Rating 4 out of 5]

A woman who became a doctor back in the day when it was frowned upon shares what she has learned in her 102 years of living!

[Julia Harper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed this book and appreciate how energy both negative and positive confer through us. And keeps in perspective. Good read and thought-provoking.

[Tara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Actual rating 3.5

[Marisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an inspiring book for all ages. the principles Gladys shares are timeless and crucial to embrace.If you want to live a good life. She shares these principles through stories and experiences. I definitely recommend the time in this book.