Shut Up and Live! (You Know How)

By Marion Downs and Marion P. Downs

Book Overview

A fun, spirited celebration of life from a woman who proves you can live vibrantly no matter how old you are.

Marion P. Downs learned to ski at the age of fifty. On her fifty-first birthday, she stood at the top of a steep black diamond slope, afraid to go down the hill for the first time. She said to the instructor, "I can't do this It's too steep for me. What can I do?" The instructor replied, "Shut up and ski " And added, "You know how."

In the forty-odd years since that day, whenever Downs started to feel apprehensive about taking life by the horns, she'd remind herself to "Shut up and live You know how." And she does. Now, at the ripe old age of ninety-three, Marion skydives, has participated in a mini-triathlon, and has competed in the Senior Olympics.

In this book, Marion tells readers what it takes to live vigorously into their nineties-how to deal with the changes aging brings, and how to triumph over its challenges. From how to stay fit and mentally active to hot topics like sex, Shut Up and Live is filled with straight talk on the secrets to a long and healthy life. Entertaining and uplifting, this one-of-a-kind guide will inspire readers of all ages to live gloriously.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1583332928
• ISBN13: 9781583332924
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Penguin Adult Hc/Tr
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.6" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher

Customer Reviews

Inspirational AND practical

Not only does Marion Downs inspire us to live fully and proactively, but she provides us with practical advice to do so. It is also full of fun and humor. Don't miss it!

Read it and live.

A wonderfully entertaining and informative book by an accomplished woman who really knows how to enjoy life. Contains good advice for people of all ages but especially for those who think of themselves as getting old. It will inspire you and lift your spirits.

Not Just a Book for Octogenarians+!

Shut Up and Live is a book about living fully at ANY age. Most of us have agonized, whined and worried our way through at least one life crisis--but Marion Downs sage and sassy advice is a motto for eliminating that unfruitful energy and just doing what you know how to do to take care of yourself on a daily basis. This book is like diving in the cold water on the first day of summer: Feeling that invigorating rush of being alive and pride in taking the plunge--the instinct that will help us achieve a healthy longevity! Recommended for 19 year olds--they'll have longer to enjoy the wisdom--but especially for the middle-aged who are looking for a second wind.

much needed

What a pleasure to see some common sense in a book. Marion Downs tells it like it is and gives instruction on life issues. Refreshing in its take on elder life and how to succeed.

Great advice and a fun read!!

Marion Downs is a treasure! You needn't be "old" to read this book; and if you think you're old, it's likely she'll change your mind. Don't miss this one!