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Nov 17
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Longevity Science Without the Fear or Bu...

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About this episode

An expert in Gerontology shares the four core habits for aging well.

 

Dr. Kerry Burnight is a gerontologist, caregiver advocate, and founder of the Gerontology Institute at UC Irvine. Her new book, Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half, offers a practical framework for aging not just longer, but better. 

 

In this episode we talk about:

  • Misconceptions about the aging process
  •  The anti-aging industry and what it gets wrong
  • Four core habits for aging well 
  • How to  diversify your "social portfolio"
  • Coping strategies for adapting in the face of change
  • The key question to ask yourself if you want to live a longer and happier life
  •  The strengths that come with age 
  • Tools for navigating inevitable psychological dips 
  • And much more

 

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