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101 Things to Love About Your 70s: A Feel-Good Mix of Humor, Wisdom, and Everyday Joy
Your seventies are not the beginning of the end. They are the decade where you already know who you are, what you want, and exactly how you plan to spend your time.This book is for women in their 70s (or approaching them) who are ready to laugh, feel seen, and be reminded that this chapter of life is not a slow fade. It is a highlight reel you are still writing.
Inside, you will
101 short, honest reflections on what makes your seventies genuinely from the freedom to cancel plans without explanation to the quiet joy of a morning that belongs only to youA 1960s nostalgia quiz that will test how well you remember the decade that shaped you, complete with scoring and answer keyWarm, funny takes on real life at 70: your purse as a survival kit, your very strong opinions about restaurants, your selective memory, and the moment you hear your mother's voice coming out of your mouthPractical encouragement on strength training, nutrition, body kindness, and staying active on your own termsReflections on friendship, family, boundaries, and the difference between being alone and being lonelySimple prompts at the end of every chapter to help you actually try something new this week, not just read about itHonest conversations about slowing down, letting go, protecting your energy, and choosing the people and experiences that deserve your timeThis is not a self-help book with a twelve-step program. It is a book that reads like a conversation with a friend who gets one who has lived long enough to know what matters, says it clearly, and makes you laugh while she does.
Written by Jeanne Phares, retired CPA, certified health and wellness coach, and founder of Sage Lifestyle Press, where she publishes practical resources for women in midlife and beyond. Jeanne has over 40 years of personal strength training experience and believes your seventies are not the final chapter. They are the ones where you finally stop editing yourself.
If you are looking for something to read that feels like permission to enjoy this decade, start here.
Inside, you will
101 short, honest reflections on what makes your seventies genuinely from the freedom to cancel plans without explanation to the quiet joy of a morning that belongs only to youA 1960s nostalgia quiz that will test how well you remember the decade that shaped you, complete with scoring and answer keyWarm, funny takes on real life at 70: your purse as a survival kit, your very strong opinions about restaurants, your selective memory, and the moment you hear your mother's voice coming out of your mouthPractical encouragement on strength training, nutrition, body kindness, and staying active on your own termsReflections on friendship, family, boundaries, and the difference between being alone and being lonelySimple prompts at the end of every chapter to help you actually try something new this week, not just read about itHonest conversations about slowing down, letting go, protecting your energy, and choosing the people and experiences that deserve your timeThis is not a self-help book with a twelve-step program. It is a book that reads like a conversation with a friend who gets one who has lived long enough to know what matters, says it clearly, and makes you laugh while she does.
Written by Jeanne Phares, retired CPA, certified health and wellness coach, and founder of Sage Lifestyle Press, where she publishes practical resources for women in midlife and beyond. Jeanne has over 40 years of personal strength training experience and believes your seventies are not the final chapter. They are the ones where you finally stop editing yourself.
If you are looking for something to read that feels like permission to enjoy this decade, start here.
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Published March 26, 2026
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April 3, 2026
This is such a cute and uplifting book!
It gave me a whole new perspective on what it means to grow older—especially looking ahead to my 70s with a sense of excitement rather than hesitation. The mix of humor, wisdom, and everyday moments really makes you pause and appreciate the beauty in this stage of life.
What I loved most is how it helped me better understand where my parents are coming from at times. It opened my eyes in a gentle, heartfelt way and reminded me that every season of life has its own kind of joy.
A feel-good, meaningful read that left me smiling—and even looking forward to experiencing some of the things mentioned in the book myself.
It gave me a whole new perspective on what it means to grow older—especially looking ahead to my 70s with a sense of excitement rather than hesitation. The mix of humor, wisdom, and everyday moments really makes you pause and appreciate the beauty in this stage of life.
What I loved most is how it helped me better understand where my parents are coming from at times. It opened my eyes in a gentle, heartfelt way and reminded me that every season of life has its own kind of joy.
A feel-good, meaningful read that left me smiling—and even looking forward to experiencing some of the things mentioned in the book myself.
May 13, 2026
101 Things to Love About My 70’s
I’m 72 years old and really enjoyed this book of ideas. Some I will do and some I will not do. It’s up to me.😊 It is very freeing to understand and to have someone like you to remind me that it’s my life to do with as I please. I have to say my biggest desire is to please God and live His ways.
I’m 72 years old and really enjoyed this book of ideas. Some I will do and some I will not do. It’s up to me.😊 It is very freeing to understand and to have someone like you to remind me that it’s my life to do with as I please. I have to say my biggest desire is to please God and live His ways.
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