Everybody Ages

with Michael Hughes & Rev. Beth Long-Higgins,

Podcast Hosts, United Church Homes

This week on the Art of Aging, hosts Michael Hughes and Rev. Beth Long-Higgins introduced a special series of shows leading up to the 2024 Annual Abundant Aging Symposium October 4 in Columbus, Ohio, hosted by United Church Homes. In these mini episodes, Mike and Beth Higgins discuss aging in America, addressing ageism and societal perceptions. Beth, who leads the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging, emphasizes celebrating the aging process and challenges ageist attitudes. They explore the historical context of age measurement, the internal and external manifestations of ageism, the societal pressure to achieve milestones by certain ages, and more.
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Notes:

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Introduction to the Special Mini Series for the Symposium (0:07)
  • Aging is Universal (1:30)
  • The Modern History of Celebrating Birthdays (2:49)
  • Defining Ageism (4:05)
  • Societal Perceptions of Aging (5:10)
  • Historical Context of Ageism (6:03)
  • An Example of Ageist Remarks in Healthcare (7:16)
  • Final thoughts and takeaways (8:35)

 

Join Us at the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging’s Annual Symposium: Meaning, Purpose, & Redefining Retirement on October 4, 2024. 

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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