Falling Upward, Revised and Updated: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life

Falling Upward, Revised and Updated: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life

Falling Upward, Revised and Updated: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life
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An update to the bestselling Falling Upward from Franciscan Father Richard Rohr

In the revised and updated edition of Falling Upward, Richard Rohr seeks to help readers come to terms with the two halves of life. In this book, Rohr teaches us that we can’t understand the meaning of “up” until we have fallen “down.” More importantly, Rohr describes what “up” can look like in the second half of life.

Most of us tend to think of the second half of life in chronological terms, but this book proposes a different paradigm. Spiritual maturity is found “when we begin to pay attention and seek integrity” through a shift from our “outer task” to the “inner task.” What looks like falling down can be experienced as falling upward―and is not necessarily connected with aging. This new edition focuses on practical guidance that you can use to live a life of love and meaning in a world of suffering and challenge. Falling Upward is an invitation to living the gospel and a call to ongoing transformation.

Gain a spiritual perspective on the “the common sequencing, staging, and direction of life’s arc” and learn how to bring forth your gifts in the second half of lifeGrapple with difficult feelings, fears, and emotions associated with “great love and great suffering”Learn how we “grow spiritually much more by doing it wrong than by doing it right” Understand why so many of us resist falling into the second half of life

Readers of Rohrs previous works and those new to the remarkable teachings of this Franciscan priest will find comfort and inspiration in this guide to lifelong spiritual growth.


From the Publisher

Walk boldly through the second half of life with the wisdom of Fr. Richard RohrWalk boldly through the second half of life with the wisdom of Fr. Richard Rohr

Identify and reflect upon what constitutes the two halves of life and where you fall within themIdentify and reflect upon what constitutes the two halves of life and where you fall within them

Embrace the nuances that come with age and how your goals and priorities will shift with timeEmbrace the nuances that come with age and how your goals and priorities will shift with time

Discover the ways faith can lead you peacefully and confidently into new life stagesDiscover the ways faith can lead you peacefully and confidently into new life stages

Father Richard Rohr quote from Falling Upward bookFather Richard Rohr quote from Falling Upward book

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jossey-Bass; 2nd edition (November 22, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1394185693
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1394185696
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.2 x 0.7 x 9.1 inches

Customers say

Customers find the book to be one of the best reads. They say it’s thought-provoking and provides a great understanding of the foundations of life. Readers appreciate how the author presents ideas as suggestions and let mature minds percolate through a thought. Overall, they say the book may prove helpful at reframing their situation.

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