Have things felt a bit stagnant in your life? Many seniors feel that way too. But sometimes, it can be due to our own decision making.

In this episode of Seniority Authority, Cathleen interviews Dr. Michelle Rozen, a change consultant and PhD in Psychology from NSU who has written a book called Two Second Decisions. Dr. Rozen explains that craving change in life can lead to amazing things and that fear of change is largely physiological. We’ll talk about how she suggests making specific and granular changes and repeating them for 30-45 days to create a neural pathway in the brain—and what that can do to our decisions.

Dr. Rozen also encourages people to find their special purpose and passion in life and how to use the “two second decisions” technique to make quick, winning choices!

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What are your views, comments or questions on embracing change?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

Find out more about Dr. Rozen or get her book on her website!

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"I just tell them, like, you need to pick your lane, because not everybody is the same here, and they have very different outlooks on their future, and you need to understand that before you start trying to talk to people."

David Stewart is the founder of AGEIST, an agency that specializes in marketing to older adults. He is also a world-renowned photographer and has been featured in Vogue, New York Times Magazine, and other publications.

This is David Stewart's story...

David Stewart was a world-renowned photographer who began to notice a disconnect between the way older adults were being represented in the media and the way they actually looked and felt. He decided to start his own agency, AGEIST, to change the way businesses thought about and marketed to older adults. Now, businesses come to AGEIST for help understanding how to correctly communicate with and develop products for the 50+ population. Stewart and his team have identified a small group of 18% of this population who they feel are the most open to new ideas and who they focus their messaging on. Despite the fact that this group is not representative of the entire 50+ population, Stewart believes that by changing the way this group thinks about aging, the rest of the population will follow.

In this episode, you will learn:

1. David Stewart's experience as a world-traveling photographer and how it led him to notice a disconnect between how older adults are represented in the media and advertising, and how they are actually living their lives.

2. The challenge businesses face in understanding and marketing to a highly fragmented population of older adults with diverse backgrounds, interests, and needs.

3. The importance of expanding people's imagination of what is possible as they age, and how this can lead to positive changes in attitudes and perceptions about aging.

What's Next?

What are your views, comments or questions on positive aging and ageism?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

Learn more at ageist.com or listen to the SuperAge podcast!

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Rico Caveglia is a certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and athlete who has dedicated his life to promoting wellness through his consulting company in San Diego. He is the author of the Ageless Living book and podcast, which has many hundreds of followers.

"Our natural state is to be healthy and energetic all of our lives."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How to stay fit at any age

2. The benefits of living a purpose-driven life

3. The importance of nutrition in overall health and wellness

What's Next?

What are your views, comments or questions on staying fit as we age?  Share them with us at 

[email protected]!

Get Rico’s book, “Ageless Living: The Ultimate Lifestyle for Health Vitality Longevity” on Amazon. Listen to his podcast, Fearless Aging, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Danielle Oristian York is the executive director and president of the nonprofit organization 21/64. She is a graduate of James Madison University and the center for Creative Leadership Coaching Program. She has more than 18 years experience helping families, leaders, and organizations do work around changing identity and the future.

This is Danielle Oristian York's story...

Danielle York is the executive director and president of the nonprofit organization 21/64. 21/64 provides multigenerational advising, facilitating, and training for next generation level engagement with a focus on family, philanthropy and foundations. York and her team work with families of different generations to help them understand their values and how to operationalize them to make the world a better place.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. What does it mean to live 20 years past retirement age?

2. How can families of different generations work together more effectively?

3. What are the benefits of giving back to the community?

What's Next?

What are your views, comments or questions on legacy?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

Find out more about 21/64 and what they’re doing, at 2164.net

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Today’s guest, Patricia D’Antonio, is the Vice President of Policy & Professional Affairs of the Gerontological Society of America, Project Director Reframing Aging, has a BS from Duchanne and an MS from Temple, and a board-certified geriatric pharmacist. On today’s episode, Tricia and I discuss changing mindsets and attitudes towards aging, ageism, and age stereotypes - and the surprisingly positive results for everyone when those mindsets change. Aging happens to all of us, and we can choose how we think about it - from buying age-positive birthday cards to research and public policies that benefit us all.

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Guest Info

Twitter- tdanton 

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Today’s episode topic is thanks to a listener suggestion on the topic of bereavement.

Today’s guest, Dr. Toni Miles, is an expert on the field of bereavement, fellow on the Gerontological Society of America, faculty on the University of Georgia College of Public Health, MD and PhD from Howard University, and recognized as a national expert on chronic health epid, gerontology, and bereavement. She has researched the topic of bereavement since 2012 and her work is used by a number of efficacy groups. Her team has disseminated best practices on bereavement care and trains healthcare professionals on bereavement, and has recently been quoted by the Wall Street Journal.

On today’s episode, Dr. Toni and I talk about her decade of studying bereavement and public health and translating her understanding of bereavement so our listeners can put it into practice. Practices like reversing the assumption that most bereaved people are older adults, how to talk to people who are grieving (don’t tell them how to feel - just listen!), and the major health benefits of going for a walk with someone who is grieving. We also discuss generational differences in bereavement, how to talk about your own eventual death, and best practices for showing up for the grieving people in your life (hint: bring healthy food, and stay off social media). 

What's Next?

What are your views, comments or questions on bereavement?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

Guest Info:

Twitter:tmiles2054

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tonimiles

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Episode 43: True confessions: I love to sing. (Note that I didn’t say people would want to hear me singing, but singing to me is a joyful expression!) In high school I tried out for every musical, and was roundly rejected! But as an adult, I found a local singing group to join, Voices from the Heart, and it was a fabulous experience.

 Even if you’re no Pavarotti, there are so many health benefits to singing that it’s worth forging ahead despite any initial embarrassment. In fact, singing can provide concrete benefits if you have Parkinson’s or other vocal or breathing challenges.

Today’s guest, Angelynne Hinson, has decades of experience as a regional soprano soloist in a wide variety of genres. She has been a member of a critically acclaimed classical vocal duo as well as an award-winning a cappella jazz quartet. She has spent more than 25 years in voice instruction, rehabilitation, workshop development, and has created arts education curriculum for many regional programs.

Important Links:

To learn more about on-line and in-person singing workshops email [email protected] or visit her website. 

Dartmouth Medical Online 5-week Workshop beginning Oct. 20 

What's Next?

What are your views, comments or questions on the unappreciated benefits of singing?  Share them with us at 

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Episode 42: People used to retire at 65 because it was the end. But with medical technology and general health getting better all the time, a person’s life doesn’t have to stop just because they age. 

Melissa Davey was in the throes of corporate America, successful in both the non-profit and for-profit worlds. However, after the excitement started to fade, she realized that she needed a change.

After a chance encounter with M. Night Shyamalan, she suddenly had a different dream—one that had never even occurred to her before. Before she knew it, she was making her own documentary—highlighting women beyond 60. 

Links:

• Check out “Beyond Sixty”, Melissa Davey’s documentary.

What's next?

What are your views, comments or questions on living your dreams after retirement?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

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Episode 41: Chris previously worked for 3M for over twenty-five years, leading sales teams and driving change. On top of that, he has ten years of experience in the consulting arena specializing in Conscious Leadership. He has since leveraged his hands-on business experience, holistic perspective, and extensive coaching training with high-achieving leaders and family businesses to drive self-discovery, resulting in higher levels of consciousness and, ultimately, peace.

Chris studies meditation, religion, philosophy, and martial arts in his free time and became a Certified Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner and was mentored by Wyatt Woodsmall (Tony Robbins' original trainer). By building a business that worked for him, Chris has been able to create amazing experiences with his family, and has helped others do the same by living in alignment with their values.

Links:

• Chris's Book: SOUL INTENTION: An Executive Guide to Building a Life by Choice not by Chance.
• Website: https://chrisyonker.com 
• The Secret Thoughts of CEOs on Apple Podcast
• The Secret Thoughts of CEOs on Spotify

What's next?

Are you finding ways to live in alignment with what you truly desire or purpose? Did the episode spark any questions, thoughts, or comments on reflecting on shaping your future to your purpose? Share them with us at [email protected] or find us on your favorite social media platform.

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Episode 40: James A. Fitts is a  CFP®, and Principal and Senior Family Wealth Advisor for The Colony Group. He is an experienced financial advisor who consults families on inter-generational gifting strategies, family wealth education, governance, and philanthropy.   He’s the author of the book “Your Next Adventure: Planning for Life After the Sale of Your Business”, which helps detail the next steps one can take after they move past the chapter of their life owning a business.

With over 40 years’ experience in the financial services industry, Jim has provided planning to individuals since 1996 and was awarded the Certified Financial Planner (CFPTM) designation in 1999.

Links:

• Get Jim's book “Your Next Adventure: Planning for Life After the Sale of Your Business” on Amazon or wherever books are sold.

What's next?

What are your views, comments or questions on planning for retirement?  Share them with us at [email protected]!

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