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Chicken Soup for the Golden Soul: Heartwarming Stories for People 60 and over
Barbara Russell Chesser Ph.D., Amy Seeger and Paul J. Meyer join Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen in compiling Chicken Soup for the Golden Soul. This collection offers readers loving insights and wisdom--all centering on the prime of life. Contributors to this volume include Erma Bombeck, Ruth Stafford Peale, Tom Landry, Florence Littauer, Roy Rogers and Max Lucado. Readers of all ages are sure to cherish this invaluable collection as a reminder that the soul of those young at heart is truly "golden." Divided into chapters on letting go, giving, learning, the lighter side, across the generations, overcoming obstacles, perspective, believing, living your dream, reminiscing and ageless wisdom, this book celebrates the myriad joys of living and the wisdom that comes from having lived. Readers at every stage of life will turn to this book again and again for the timeless wisdom that will help them live their lives to the fullest.
359 pages, Paperback
First published December 31, 1999
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Jack Canfield
1,286 books1,748 followersJack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
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October 27, 2012
I think the book was most fascinating. It contained many stories that enlightened me. It made me take a good look at myself to see if I had used my life to the fullest. It made me grateful for this time of my life. The book, at some times, had stories that made me want to cry then at the end of the story I could burst out laughing. The story of the dead cat had me roaring in laughter after I had had a heart wrenching sorrow for the woman and her beloved cat. The umbrella lady caught my attention and made me think of gift giving. I could still feel the cool breezes while sitting on the porch at night. It brought back memories of my own experience of watching the stars with my great granmother and hearing the crikets after dark when I was a child.
This book is excellent reading for people over sixty but it is also a book that the younger generatins could benefit from. They coud learn to be more compassionate and understanding of the aging process. They could also develop a desire to take care of themselves so that they could enjoy the golden years.
This book is excellent reading for people over sixty but it is also a book that the younger generatins could benefit from. They coud learn to be more compassionate and understanding of the aging process. They could also develop a desire to take care of themselves so that they could enjoy the golden years.
September 18, 2007
This is a great book to read not only for people in their golden years but for anyone from 16 to those who are past 101..A very good book to read while standing in long lines, waiting to see a doctor,waiting to fall asleep or setting on the old seat of power in your water closet..This is a great book to read any time day or night...Very uplifting and for any ocasion...
November 8, 2021
Awww 🥰. A lovely short read in the tradition of the series, with stories from people old enough to remember the second world war. Purchased for my father-in-law, who is recovering from a coma in the hospital, it was touching for me as well.
January 16, 2019
I read this book so that I would have material to read at a local retirement community each week. The stories were short and uplifting. If anybody has other suggestions for similar books that have short uplifting appropriate stories for retirement community readings I would appreciate the suggestions.
July 21, 2019
I'm going to be 60 next month and I thought this would be a great book to read. I did enjoy most of it but I found it getting rather boring towards the end. I think the biggest issue I have with it is it seems to be more applicable towards my moms generation than mine. She is 96 and lived through WWII. I wish there was an updated version.
June 28, 2017
Enjoyed it as much as the other books in the series that I have read. Heartwarming and inspiring stories.
October 24, 2019
Typical Soup some good some not so good.
December 24, 2020
Wholesome nuggets of joy and advice
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April 5, 2021It was good to be able to read this as one gets to prepare for one's golden years. I especially like the last part where there's a list that somehow summarizes important points. =)
July 26, 2021
These chicken soup books are wonderful.
September 11, 2021
Great read of Heartwarming stories of the golden years!
June 30, 2022
Another good Chicken Soul for the Soul, except stories about being older and aging.
November 5, 2022
Heartwarming and inspirational stories.
September 6, 2024
I enjoy reading these little stories of faith!
December 29, 2007
Another in the Chicken Soup series. This one focuses on stories about and for those over 60. Full of touching and humorous stories. I enjoy the quotes at the beginning of each story and found one I especially appreciated at the beginning of "Grandma's Garden".
Every blade of grass has an angel that bends over it and whispers, "Grow! Grow!" -The Talmud
I also enjoyed the story and advice contained in "Minimaxims for My Godson".
If you can't change facts, try bending your attitudes.
Don't come up to the net behind nothing.
When the ball is over, take off your dancing shoes.
Shine up your neighbor's halo.
Keep one eye on the law of the echo.
Don't wear your raincoat in the shower.
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Every blade of grass has an angel that bends over it and whispers, "Grow! Grow!" -The Talmud
I also enjoyed the story and advice contained in "Minimaxims for My Godson".
If you can't change facts, try bending your attitudes.
Don't come up to the net behind nothing.
When the ball is over, take off your dancing shoes.
Shine up your neighbor's halo.
Keep one eye on the law of the echo.
Don't wear your raincoat in the shower.
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December 31, 2011
This one moved slower than the other I finished and I suspect it will be my last Chicken Soup. The essays were fine, just a bit much after finishing another Chicken Soup. Possibly a little too heartwarming for me.
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May 14, 2009The elders that I have read these stories to loved them. The stories touched their hearts and they left the reading all warm inside.
December 27, 2014
Good uplifting stories. Good for short reads every day.
January 25, 2016
Heartwarming stories for people 60 and over
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