Meeting renowned Filipino American businesswoman Atty. Loida Nicolas Lewis for the first time, was a pleasant experience.
It was a few days ago – at the Philippine release of her newest book – “Look Younger When You’re Older – No Botox, No Surgery (Philippine Edition)” through Anvil Publishing, held at the ACG Lounge in Quezon City.
While the book’s online launch and nationwide selling at National Bookstore started just last month, it already earned its way into the top-selling category. After hearing her story at the event, the media Q&A, and knowing her on some personal level, I am not surprised anymore.
Growing Older and Better:
Loida Nicolas Lewis Releases New Book on Aging Gracefully
‘No Shortcuts to Looking Younger’
She came up with the idea for her newest book while she was on her promotional tour for her memoir, “Why Should Guys Have All the Fun? An Asian American Story of Love, Marriage, Motherhood and Running a Billion Dollar Empire.” (Wiley, 2023).
Atty. Loida, who had previously toured the book all over North America, Europe and the Philippines, said, “While I was promoting my book, I was met with shock and awe every time I revealed that I am 80. I have been so frequently asked about what it is that I do differently that makes me look the way I do and have the energy that I have at my age.”
The realization that people yearned to hear about her “secrets” and “tips” to looking and feeling young inspired her to document her own self-care rituals, habits and daily practices that keep her healthy physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually – an effort that culminated into the making of her third book, “Look Younger When You’re Older – No Botox, No Surgery.” It is subtitled as such as the author herself had gone on record for never having undergone surgery, fillers, botox and other cosmetic procedures on her face or body.
Pressed for her secret to looking young, she exclaimed that there’s ‘no shortcuts to looking young‘. It’s a mix of the physical and the spiritual, pointing out that’s they are ‘two sides of the same coin‘.
Loida L:ewis releases her newest book, “Look Younger When You’re Older – No Botox, No Surgery (Philippine Edition)” with Anvil Publishing
Atty. Loida Lewis personally signs the book of Jonel Uy of Blogger Manila during the Philippine Media & Influencers Q&A
Dedicating the book to her five grandchildren, as well as all her grandnieces and grandnephews, she hopes that by sharing her wealth of wisdom earned through the years, readers – particularly from early adolescence to pre-senior age groups – can learn and apply a couple of things, if not the whole book, to their own practices and daily routines. “This book is for those who are seeking ways to truly give the kind of care to themselves that make for long, healthy and joyful lives,” she continued.
Also a lawyer, author, and philanthropist, Atty. Loida thrilled fans during her book signing earlier this month at National Book Store in Shangri-La Plaza Mall. Guests enjoyed exclusive discounts, fun goodies, and a memorable meet-and-greet with the author.
Loida Lewis’ Personal Daily Starter
Sharing some snippets of her personal daily routine, she revealed that upon waking up at around 6 ‘o clock in the morning, she would immediately start her ‘zen‘ sessions comprised of counting 1 to 10 while listening to her mind, taking her time in this solemn meditation.
This would be followed by a casual ‘journaling’ of what made her happy or what made her sad, which she considered ‘writing to God‘.
For breakfast, she takes it light, as she admitted to being of age. But she recommends eating as much as you can if you are younger and working, while watching your weight.
At the ACG Office of Mon Abrea: Filipino American Philanthropist and Author of “Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?” – now in her 80s – shares her wealth of wisdom on how to look and feel younger at any age.
Look Younger When You’re Older by Loida Lewis
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Award-winning Broadcast Journalist and UN Ambassador for Women Karen Davila says, “When you meet Loida Nicolas Lewis, one of the first things you’ll notice—aside from her grace and commanding presence—is how vibrant and youthful she looks. At an age when many quietly retreat from the spotlight, Loida shines brighter than ever. Her energy, clarity of mind, and natural glow are truly remarkable.”
“[In the book], Loida generously shares her personal approach to aging—not with needles or scalpels, but with intention, discipline, and self-love. What she offers is not just a guide to looking younger, but a philosophy of life rooted in wellness, positivity, and purpose,” Davila adds
Another TV Personality and the Philippines’ ‘King of Talk’ Boy Abunda commends Atty. Loida: “Bravo Loida! SALAMAT for all that you are and all that you do to make this world a better place, and for sharing how to Look Younger When You’re Older! Thank you, coming from you who look FAB and beautiful, inside and out!”
Renowned authors Atty. Loida Lewis & Mon Abrea as joined by Jonel Uy of Blogger Manila for a ‘groufie‘
Atty. Loida encourages readers to give the book as gifts to their loved ones. “I hope readers take away a new and optimistic perspective on aging as they read my book, especially as we enter another year. ‘New year, new you’ as they say. I believe it’s never too late to develop good habits,” she concludes.
“Look Younger When You’re Older – No Botox, No Surgery” (Anvil Publishing) is available nationwide in all National Book Store branches. It is also widely available for purchase on Shopee and Lazada.
Jonel Uy is the EIC of BloggerManila.com. Graduating from UP Diliman with a degree in Computer Science, he is also the Managing Director of #DigitalCircles.asia engaging and amplifying social media campaigns for brands. On Mondays, he teaches information technology classes at Grace Christian College.
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