title: LifeLaunch: A Passionate Guide to the Rest of Your Life (5th Edition)
author:  Pamela D. McLean 
description: After 20 years devoted to helping people manage the fine and fearsome art of making change, the authors of <i>LifeLaunch</i> really know the terrain, having mapped it in exquisite detail. From the subtle changes that reorient us to the radical changes that redefine who we are, they teach us how to move with and not against the currents, and help us face what may ultimately be the great work: coming back again and again to life. --Gregg Levoy, author of <i>Callings: Finding and Following an Authentic Life</i><br /><br />This book is an invaluable guide and resource for any transition a person may be experiencing in work, relationships, health, or finances. It is filled with practical and very usable tools for launching something that is new or heartfelt. LifeLaunch offers an outstanding and inspirational manual in how to become more personally and professionally effective. --Angeles Arrien, Ph.D., Cultural Anthropologist and Author of <i>The Second Half of Life</i><br /><br />This unique book provides the tools for proactively approaching change during our adult years with confidence, vigor and excitement. A 'must read' for anyone contemplating a new chapter in their life. --Stephen R. Covey, author of <i>The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People</i><br /><br />This book is an invaluable guide and resource for any transition a person may be experiencing in work, relationships, health, or finances. It is filled with practical and very usable tools for launching something that is new or heartfelt. LifeLaunch offers an outstanding and inspirational manual in how to become more personally and professionally effective. --Angeles Arrien, Ph.D., Cultural Anthropologist and Author of <i>The Second Half of Life</i><br /><br />This unique book provides the tools for proactively approaching change during our adult years with confidence, vigor and excitement. A 'must read' for anyone contemplating a new chapter in their life. --Stephen R. Covey, author of <i>The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People</i><br /><br />This book is an invaluable guide and resource for any transition a person may be experiencing in work, relationships, health, or finances. It is filled with practical and very usable tools for launching something that is new or heartfelt. LifeLaunch offers an outstanding and inspirational manual in how to become more personally and professionally effective. --Angeles Arrien, Ph.D., Cultural Anthropologist and Author of <i>The Second Half of Life</i><br /><br />This unique book provides the tools for proactively approaching change during our adult years with confidence, vigor and excitement. A 'must read' for anyone contemplating a new chapter in their life. --Stephen R. Covey, author of <i>The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People</i>
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  _Dedication_
  
  Dedicated to my Addy and Chew, who lit my inner fire when life threatened to
  extinguish the flame. To my Mitch, who taught me to live in and cherish the
  moment—your lessons live on. To my father, Quentin, who gave me grit and
  passion. And to Keith, my man who came after, who showed me my heart was big
  and wide enough to love again.
  
  Finally, to you, my reader, who have decided it is time to live again. My wish
  is that this book sets your soul on fire and you do big things with all the
  days you have left.
  
  You are still here for a reason.
  
   _Contents_
  
    1. [ _Cover_](9780062656049_Cover.xhtml#cover)
    2.  _Title Page_
    3.  _Dedication_
    4.   5.  _Message to the Reader_
    6.  _How to Use This Book_
    7. INTRODUCTION: My Story, Your Story
    8. PART ONE: Moving Forward
      1. CHAPTER 1: Myths About Grief
      2. CHAPTER 2: Your Grief on Endorphins
      3. CHAPTER 3: Exercise
      4. CHAPTER 4: Nutrition
      5. CHAPTER 5: Getting Started
    9. PART 