Bestselling Author Daniel Levitin to Speak at Sarah Lawrence

On Tuesday, January 7 at the Sarah Lawrence Barbara Walter Campus Center, renowned neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author Daniel J. Levitin, PhD will be in conversation with John Schaefer, host of WNYC’s Soundcheck and New Sounds, about Daniel’s new book, Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives.

The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. and will include audience Q&A and a book signing following the formal conversation.

In his book, which will also come out on January 7, Levitin draws on groundbreaking scientific research to dismantle common, reductive, and harmful misperceptions about the aging process and life as an older adult. He provides a useful and inspiring guide to aging successfully, definitively refuting the notion that growing older reflects a process of decay. Already being hailed as his masterpiece, the book that emerges is a useful and inspiring guide to aging successfully, definitively refuting the notion that growing older reflects a process of decay. Instead, Levitin shows, aging allows us access to a developmental stage rich in cognitive advantages compared to our younger years; one that is, if approached correctly, infused with joy. This is a crucial discussion for anyone who wants to remain healthy, happy, and fulfilled for all their years—that is, of course, all of us.

Please join the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function, Wartburg, and Sarah Lawrence College communities for this enriching event, generously funded by The Community Fund of Bronxville, Eastchester and Tuckahoe.

Event details:

Who: Bestselling author Daniel Levitin, PhD in conversation with WNYC’s John Schaefer

What: The conversation will focus on Levitin’s new book, Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives and provide discussion about aging and how to remain healthy, happy, and fulfilled as one ages. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow the conversation.

Where: Barbara Walters Campus Center at Sarah Lawrence College. Campus Address: 1 Mead Way, Bronxville, NY. Parking will be available in the Andrews Parking Lot (marked “A” on the campus map), which is directly adjacent to the Campus Center, marked “7” on the campus map.

When: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2019.