"We get this thing in our heads that because we're a certain age, we can't do this, we can't do that, self-imposed ageism, you know, age appropriate, all of these negative images that come to us from the media and so forth. Release yourself from the self-imposed ageism that we all get cloaked with."  

– Michael Clinton, Founder and CEO of ROAR Forward 

In this episode of AGE BETTER WITH BARBARA HANNAH GRUFFERMAN podcast, Barbara sits down with Michael Clinton, a former top executive at Hearst Publishing who made a major midlife pivot to become founder and CEO of ROAR Forward. Michael shares insights from his book, "Roar into the Second Half of Your Life Before It's Too Late," and discusses how his platform helps individuals aged 50+ redefine the second half of life. The conversation covers career pivots, lifelong learning, the huge impact of the aging population on business and society, and the importance of rethinking how you think about aging (people Michael calls “Imagineers”). Michael emphasizes the power of taking small steps, being fearless, and fostering positive relationships while editing out negative influences in your life. 

Key Takeaways: 

- The new longevity presents opportunities for a dynamic second half of life. 

- Career pivots and lifelong learning are essential for embracing the possibilities of aging. 

- The aging population has a significant impact on business, society, and consumer trends. 

- Releasing oneself from self-imposed ageism is crucial for reimagining aging and embracing positivity. 

- Owning one's age, health, and relationships is empowering and adds value to life. 

- Taking small steps, being fearless, and editing out negative influences are key to pursuing new experiences and personal growth. 

Listen to the full episode to learn how you can take charge of your life at any age and embrace the dynamic possibilities of the second half of your life with insights from Michael Clinton. 

Learn More About Michael Clinton: 

- ROAR Forward 

- Michael Clinton’s Book: "Roar into the Second Half of Your Life Before It's Too Late” 

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