Aging, Agency, and Ageism

with Bob Kramer,

Founder, Nexus Insights

This week on the Art of Aging, host Rev. Beth Long-Higgins talks with Bob Kramer, Founder of Nexus Insights. In this conversation, Bob talks about his work promoting positive aged programming and addressing outdated ageist views. Beth and Bob discuss the importance of changing societal attitudes about aging, finding purpose in later life, the importance of intergenerational connections, giving back to vulnerable communities, and more.
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Notes:

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Bob’s work with Nexus Insights (0:58)
  • Aging, ageism, and agency (3:25)
  • Purposeful longevity (9:43)
  • Aging magnificently (13:55)
  • Finding meaning and purpose (19:03)
  • Challenging ageist views (24:05)
  • Perspectives on aging (29:32)
  • Surprises of aging (32:12)
  • Final thoughts and connecting with Bob (36:24)

 

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

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