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From 60 onwards, only for me!
From 60 onwards, only for me!
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Book Introduction
From 60 onwards, I am the only protagonist in my life.
People, money, and time are now only for me!


I'm almost 60 now.
It's been a long time since I last lived with 'me' at the center.
I was always busy taking care of my children until they grew up, and my own body and mind were put on the back burner as I was taking care of my aging parents.
Because of my anxiety about old age, I lived without even thinking about spending money on myself.


Regarding this, Hideki Wada, Japan's leading geriatric psychiatrist, says:

“Life after 60 should be lived solely for ‘me.’”

If I have been suppressing my wishes and desires for the sake of my family and living with the words “It’s okay,” now is the time to make myself the main character of my life for the rest of my life.
The author strongly advises that we should meet only the people we want to see, enjoy the food we want to eat, and spend money only on ourselves.
I can stop forcing myself to endure and exhausting myself.
It's not a selfish choice.
‘Living for myself’ is a wise way of life that protects myself, makes me happy, and makes those around me comfortable.

In this book, author Hideki Wada provides specific guidelines on how to lead a life after 60, based on his experience and research treating over 6,000 elderly patients over 35 years.
It covers how to make the second half of your life richer and more vibrant, from interpersonal relationships and spending habits to health management, eating habits, daily routines, and even how to deal with age-related diseases such as dementia and cancer.
All of the specific instructions the author provides have one common message:
'The more people do good things for themselves without being swayed by other people's opinions, the healthier their bodies and minds will be for a long time.'


Through this book, many people approaching 60 will learn how to shake off the vague anxieties that weigh down their daily lives and enjoy today, the "youngest day of my life," happily and healthily.
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Introduction_People, money, and time are now for me

Chapter 1.
60, I've endured as much as I could.
From now on, let's live doing only what we want to do.


What's the point of spending nights? Let's live the way we want.
It's worth the effort and the struggle
Was there something I 'really wanted to do'?
A slightly eccentric old man is healthy
Beginner seniors, keep this in mind:
Old standards to discard at 60
There are no experts on longevity.
Stop holding back, just for me

Chapter 2.
The 60s Table: Enjoying the Food Leads to Health


Why diet after 60?
Why You Should Eat More Meat as You Age
Commonalities of Longevity Elders in Longevity Village
Add shine with 'good fats'
People with diabetes are less likely to develop dementia?
How should I eat salty and sweet foods?
'What's in your mouth' is what my body needs
One-food diet is a no-no
Healthy diet recommended for people in their 60s
I've been smoking my whole life. Should I quit now?
If you're going to drink, drink it healthily.

Chapter 3.
Relationships at 60, life is too short to only meet people you like


Do you really want to see that person?
"Can I say this?" Let's bring it up.
The Value of Solitude Proven by the Coronavirus
Don't expect your children to take care of you
Care facilities serve as filial piety
Do I really have to live until my hair turns black?

Chapter 4, 60 dollars, spend it only on me.

The joy of living as a consumer
Guys, my fortune was saved for me.
Inheritance only serves as a spark for conflict.
False fears about 'retirement funds'
Long-term care insurance is a loss if you don't know about it.
Even if you are not unemployed, you can still receive welfare benefits.
You've worked hard to pay your taxes, now it's time to get your money back.

Chapter 5.
Daily Life at 60: Small Thrills Awaken Your Cells


The adult's sensibility to recognize the 'real'
Fire tribe? I'll be active for life!
I am still young in the mirror
Daily habits that awaken the frontal lobe
One routine you must follow at 60
Stop exercising too hard
Do I really have to return my driver's license?
Organizing is the way I want it to be
Maintaining male hormones after age 60
Excitement is always needed

Chapter 6.
Health at 60: Remember This When Visiting a Hospital


What kind of doctor do I want?
Should we live short and thick or long and thin?
The Trap of a Reputable Doctor
Don't blindly trust health checkups
There are only two types of health checkups!
The medicine bag is too heavy
My body knows the effects of medicine first.

Chapter 7.
How to Cope with Age 60


Is dementia the end of life?
Dementia is a disease in which individuality becomes distinct.
What is the best brain training for older people?
Why Dementia Patients Are Healthier in Rural Areas Than in Urban Areas
Elderly people who live alone are more susceptible to dementia.
Depression in old age, often mistaken for dementia
Why Depression Increases After Age 60
How to fill the void of loss?
I am still needed here
The ideal way to end one's life
Questions to Ask When You Have Cancer

Chapter 8.
Today is the youngest day of my life.

Changes in the mind are as natural as changes in the body.
Let's look back at the emotions that cross the threshold.
Even if change is scary or burdensome
A vibrant brain even after 60
A body that is constantly used does not rust.
A time when health gaps are widening
Let go of anxiety about things that haven't happened yet
How to Use Anxiety Wisely
Is 'Ssangssang Kkolkkadak' really a good death?
A truly wonderful 'bed life all day'
When considering your final resting place, be careful
Not for those who will be left behind, but for me who will be leaving

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Publisher's Review
Even though we age the same, what is the secret of people who remain vibrant even after 60?
One attitude to life they share


As I worked hard, I suddenly reached the age of 60.
The time when I was the main character in life has long passed.
After I got married and had children, my children became my whole life.
The children who were raised with love and care have grown into adults and are leaving their parents' side one by one.
I'm getting older, and if my elderly parents are still alive, I can't neglect taking care of them.
As I take care of my parents, who are increasingly in pain, I often put my own physical problems on the back burner.


Besides, the 60s are a time of anxiety in many ways.
The age of 60, which symbolizes retirement, brings a deep sense of emptiness to those who have lived their lives with work at the center.
I still have a long way to go, but I'm worried about whether I'm properly prepared for retirement.
So, it's just a stretch to say that I'm willing to spend a lot of money on myself or try to do things I want to do without worrying about what my family thinks.
However, Hideki Wada, author of “From 60, Only for Me!”, says firmly.


“Now I must live for myself, not for others.”

This is the conclusion the author reached after treating over 6,000 elderly patients over several decades and observing the unique patterns of aging that vary from person to person.
The elderly, who suffer from vague anxiety and live without prioritizing life, have a slow body and brain and age quickly.


Don't force yourself to do things you don't want to do, and prioritize things that make you happy.
He emphasizes that this is the wisdom that must be practiced in life after the age of 60.
The stubborn attitude of considering 'frugality' and 'patience' as virtues and suppressing desires and pleasures only becomes a negative factor that robs one of the vitality of life.
The book provides practical guidance on how to live a healthy life for yourself after your 60s, covering topics such as money, relationships, health, and lifestyle habits.
In this book, you can find realistic and burden-free prescriptions that overturn the stubborn conventional wisdom we have believed and followed for so long.


People in their 60s can be considered 'newly elderly' who are at the starting line of aging.
At this young age, it is more important than ever to develop a positive attitude for the second half of your life.
In that sense, this book will serve as a powerful prescription for slowing down aging and a guide to the best choices for happiness not only for myself but also for my family and those around me.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: September 24, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 246 pages | 336g | 135*195*15mm
- ISBN13: 9791166572081
- ISBN10: 1166572080

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