Carol Orsborn, Ph.D., is founder of the Spiritual Aging Study and Support group and author of more than 35 books, including The Spirituality of Age, with Robert Weber, Ph.D., and Older, Wiser, Fiercer. She has taught at Georgetown University and lives in Nashville and Toronto.
“Once again, Carol Orsborn stirs the reader to reflect upon aging as an opportunity for depth and expansion and, week by week, to experience that which abides through life’s changes.” * James Hollis, Ph.D., author of Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life * “Spiritual Aging is a treasure chest filled with wisdom, compassion, and joy. This book, from one of the most trusted voices in the field of conscious aging, is a profound and creative expression of Carol’s deep inner work, long life experience, and academic training. It’s like having a personal spiritual guide who is available whenever you reach in her direction. I highly recommend this book.” * David Chernikoff, author of Life, Part Two * “A treasure that delivers invaluable guidance and intensity for anyone on the path of conscious aging and divine exploration. Rich in wisdom and insights, it is a must-read for those seeking to deepen their understanding of themselves and the mystical journey they share with millions of their aging peers.” * Brent Green, author of Questions of the Spirit and Noble Chaos * “Spiritual Aging is a strand of wisdom pearls to guide your life—a timeless and invaluable book. As Carol advises, start where you want—the journey never ends. The shelf life for this book is eternity.” * Jann E. Freed, author of Breadcrumb Legacy * “Spiritual Aging places old age in the only perspective that gives it meaning and purpose, as one of our most prized privileges, a space and time to experience life from a brighter and higher perspective. Orsborn does not gloss over the difficulties and challenges of old age but incorporates them into her welcome vision, which helps us to embrace life, living, and ourselves. . . . This book is the honest, lived experience of one who walks her talk.” * Kamla K. Kapur, author of The Privilege of Aging * “Carol Orsborn harvests the deep wisdom of life’s final act. Through extensive research, keen observation, archetypal symbolism and transpersonal experience, and her own exemplary personal growth, she shows us that we are the path we’ve been seeking. Intuitive, honest, and uncanny, this book gives you exactly what you need before you knew you needed it. Begin anywhere, stay for the rest of your life.” * John C. Robinson, author of The Three Secrets of Aging * “A beautiful, beautiful book of weekly reflections. These delicious nuggets of deep wisdom, gentle respectfulness, and down-to-earth, heartfelt humanity call me to keep reading more. Highly recommended.” * Richard Matzkin, author of Love and Time * “I highly recommend Carol Orsborn, a sister writer on aging, as a wise elder, and Spiritual Aging as a book that can keep your finger on the pulse of your own aging and give you ways to reflect.” * Vicki Robin, coauthor of Your Money or Your Life *