Unpacking Ageism

with Dr. Tracey Gendron,

Author, Chair for the Department of Gerontology at Virginia Commonwealth University

This week on the Art of Aging, host Rev. Beth Long-Higgins chats with Dr. Tracey Gendron, author and Chair for the Department of Gerontology at Virginia Commonwealth University. During the episode, Beth and Tracey talk about ageism and the ways it exists in everyday life. The conversation also includes discussion around successful aging, the theory of gerotranscendence, how aging intersects with all aspects of our overall identity, and more.
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Notes:

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Defining Ageism (1:27)
  • The ways ageism exists (4:11)
  • Successful aging, abundant aging, and the theory of (8:41)
  • The theory of GeoTranscendence (15:23)
  • Reaching our full potential as we age (16:52)
  • Understanding internal struggles with ageism and how we can age abundantly (20:30)
  • How aging intersects with our overall identity (24:29)
  • Ageism Awareness Day (27:06)
  • Connecting with Dr. Gendron (32:48)

 

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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