Reframing Aging

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 in October presented by United Church Homes. In this episode, Mike and Beth delve into the pervasive issue of ageism, emphasizing the necessity to reframe our understanding of aging. Beth discusses how ageism affects both older and younger generations, highlighting the importance of changing societal attitudes. The episode also promotes an upcoming symposium by the Ruth Frost Parker Center, focusing on themes of meaning, purpose, and redefining retirement. Don’t miss it!
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Notes:

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Introduction to Today’s Topic on the Podcast (0:07)
  • Discussion on Ageism (0:38)
  • Upcoming Symposium Announcement (1:08)
  • Reframing Aging for All Ages (2:05)
  • Experiences with Ageism (3:25)
  • Cultural Impacts of Ageism (5:25)
  • Normal Aging Misconceptions (6:05)
  • Purpose in Later Life (7:14)
  • Impact of Messages on Children (9:01)
  • Ageism as a Bias Against Future Selves (9:29)
  • Closing Remarks and Call to Action (10:33)

 

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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