Do the Next New Thing: Embrace Uncertainty and Discover Purpose, Happiness, and Friendship

by Pamela Lamp

Overview

Many of us have been there. Because of life changes—kids are grown and gone, divorce, relocation, retirement, death, health issues—we ponder what's next and try to determine a direction for our lives. We're often stuck—wanting to do something but not knowing what that something is.

And how do you figure it out?

When she desired a purpose, a passion, friends, and a community, Pamela Lamp devised a project for herself. She took those first few steps—steps anyone can take —to find herself and begin the journey she wished to travel.

Like a conversation with a good friend, this book is full of observations of what might just happen when you take a step back, embrace uncertainty, and let go of control.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940186037231
Publisher:	Clovercroft Publishing
Publication date:	07/25/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	794 KB

About the Author

Pamela Lamp is a wife, mom, grandmother, blogger, and podcast host. She is the author of Do the Next New Thing and a frequent contributor to online magazines. At Who I Met Today, she interviews people from all walks of life, with topics ranging from health and food to books, aging, and travel. She hopes to encourage listeners and readers to explore uncharted territory and learn something new every day. Pamela enjoys traveling, cooking, playing golf and pickleball, reading, and, of course, exploring new things. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with her husband.

Editorial Reviews

Pamela's suggestions and tips are practical and inclusive, encouraging readers to look for small opportunities to broaden their horizons. Though she is positive and upbeat, she is also honest about her experiences, acknowledging that not all the new things she did had significant or lasting impacts. Though readers of retirement age may benefit most from Lamp's reflections on her experiences, all readers can benefit from Lamp's gentle, supportive push to experience new things in order to grow.

Booklife - Publisher's Weekly

I truly love this book and look forward to giving it as a gift!! Trying something new and stepping outside your comfort zone can be daunting, but as Pamela Lamp proves in her inspiring debut, Do the Next New Thing, it's well worth the effort. Her warm and conversational tone makes this a quick and engaging read. If you, too, are looking to reignite your passion and purpose, pick up Do the Next New Thing. This is a book I'll look forward to returning to and sharing with friends!

author of "The Perfect Neighborhood" and "The House on Cold Creek Lane" - Liz Alterman

This is such a delightful, inspiring read! I couldn't put it down, and found so many profound nuggets inside. I know I'll be re-reading it again soon and trying out some of the suggestions. Pamela Lamp writes like she's talking to a friend, and pulls you right into her year-long quest to keep things fresh and fun, to make each day count. Five stars for sure!

New York Times best-selling author of "The Spectacular" and "The Lions of Fifth Avenue" - Fiona Davis

Pamela Lamp gets to the heart of how doing 'the next new thing' will change the way your story unfolds. Don't be surprised if you see yourself in more than one chapter. I did. Engaging, practical, wonderful stories, research and humor. Who among us doesn't need to juice up life once in a while? This book inspires you to live bigger each and every day. A valuable message and a great read.

author of "The 60-Something Crisis: How to Live an Extraordinary Life in Retirement", Nautilus Book Award Winner - Barbara L Pagano

Do the Next New Thing really spoke to me as a 50+-year-old woman. It was motivational and fun. I love the journaling component in it—very hands-on and encourages action steps to be taken by its readers immediately. I will recommend this book to my community of women and buy copies for my grown children.

Founder, Life Balance After 50 - Leslie Moon