The Well-Lived Life

A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age

By: Gladys McGarey M.D. M.D., Mark Hyman - introduction

Narrated by: Elizabeth Wiley

Dr. Gladys McGarey, a doctor who still consulted as a centenarian and was the mother of holistic medicine, reveals “a story that teaches as much as it inspires” (Edith Eger, New York Times bestselling author), filled with life-changing secrets for how to live with joy, vitality, and purpose at any age.

Dr. Gladys McGarey, cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association, began her medical practice at a time when women couldn’t even have their own bank accounts. Since then, she pioneered a new way of thinking about disease and health that has transformed the way we imagine health care and self-care around the world.

On these pages, Dr. McGarey shares her six actionable secrets to enjoying lives that are long, happy, and purpose-driven:

-Spend your energy wildly: How to embrace your life fully and feel motivated every day.
-All life needs to move: How to move—spiritually, mentally, and physically—to help let go of trauma and other roadblocks.
-You are here for a reason: How to find the everyday “juice” that helps you stay oriented in your life’s purpose.
-You are never alone: How to build a community that’s meaningful to you.
-Everything is your teacher: Discover the deep learnings that come from pain and setbacks.
-Love is the most powerful medicine: Learn to love yourself—and others—into healing.

In a voice that is both practical and inspiring, Dr. McGarey shares her own extraordinary stories and eternal wisdom—from her early childhood in India and a chance encounter with Mahatma Gandhi to her life as a physician and a mother of six, to her survival of both heartbreak and illness. Dr. Gladys shares her inspiring vision for a healthier and more joyful future for us all, filled with “rich and complex truths that will resonate with readers’ hearts and minds” (Dr. Robert Waldinger, New York Times bestselling author).

Critic reviews

"Narrator Elizabeth Wiley impeccably voices indomitable Dr. Gladys McGarey, who provides listeners with inspiration and practical strategies for living with full energy at any age. Listeners are also treated to stories and suggestions directly from Dr. McGarey, which are interspersed throughout the audiobook. As a centenarian who is both a woman and a medical doctor, Dr. McGarey has lived the life of a pioneer. Her compelling stories of growing up in India, the daughter of dedicated medical missionaries, would alone be worth the listen. Wiley delivers McGarey’s messages, including the struggle of dealing with divorce in her 70s, with fitting emotion. Overall, Wiley’s tone and pace communicate the joy and enthusiasm Dr. McGarey has for loving, learning, and sharing her six secrets for the well-lived life."

Inspiring wisdom; timely, compelling, relevant, witty

Dr. Gladys shares so generously over a century of her life’s experiences and lessons learned! Wishing I had had her insights years ago. But now, at age 74, I feel validated that my goals, philosophies and lifestyle mirror those of an amazing woman of 102.5 years old. Her outlook is dynamic, energetic and filled with goals! STILL Embracing life, undeterred by the aging process! Thank you, Dr. Gladys! You’re my hero!

Best book I’ve probably ever listened to.

1. Dr. Gladys has an amazing life- so incredible
2. Her secrets are inspiring and extremely helpful
3. The hope and love this book gives is deeply needed in the work right now.
Everyone should listen or read this book.
The voice acting was incredible and Dr. Gladys evens gets featured a few times- love that!!

Life is Within Us

I especially like books that are written based upon one’s experiences in life with the intent to share with others, who may find it beneficial. I’ve shared it with my girlfriends and some family members, and believe that goal-setting is truly a very practical way to move one’s life into a very positive and fulfilling realm.

Amazing 🤩

I laughed, I 😭, it was amazing. I relate so much with so many of her stories. I learned a lot from each chapter. This one is one to keep forever. I also bought the book for myself and a few of my friends. I just finished it and I’m going to listen to it again. Thank you 😊 for sharing you life with us

Profound Wisdom from 102 yrs old Doctor

I wanted to know her wisdom for living to be 102 years. I love the wisdom of homeopathic healing.
I found her word’s & experiences delightful, honest & loving. A must read for anyone interested in living healthy.