Keen On Aging

Dr. Corinne Auman

The cultural story about aging is outdated — and it's causing harm. The Keen On Aging Podcast offers a grounded, research-backed alternative for adults 45–80 who are rethinking identity, purpose, and what comes next. Hosted by gerontologist and author Dr. Corinne Auman, each episode features honest conversations with experts and with people who have navigated later life with intention. You'll get real stories, practical solutions, and fresh language for owning this chapter — so you can break outdated stereotypes, take on new challenges, and build a fulfilling life on your own terms.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Our Cities Are Failing Older Adults | MARK HENSLEY

    Is your town actually built for you to grow old in it? Probably not, and Mark Hensley of AARP North Carolina says that is exactly why so many older adults lose their independence years before they have to. He and Dr. Corinne Auman get into the small, inexpensive stuff that makes an enormous difference, things like sidewalks, better lighting, grab bars, and a free home safety guide you can download today. Mark also tells the story of the day his husband fell off a step stool and their townhouse suddenly became unlivable, which is a good reminder that most of us are one accident away from needing all of this. It is a practical, honest conversation about aging in your own home and pushing your community to catch up. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about AARP - https://www.aarp.org/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Nobody has ever done this before 02:24 The hidden cost of the town you live in 03:55 The cheapest fix almost no one talks about 07:31 The first thing to let older adults down 10:31 What Europe already figured out 15:39 The paperwork that opens every locked door 18:44 Hundreds of buses, sitting still 22:50 Small changes that keep you in your home 28:28 One fall away 33:52 We do this for kids, but not for elders 36:35 The conversation nobody wants to start 45:54 Assets, not a drain 49:04 The four kinds of people Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS age friendly communities aging in place AARP North Carolina Mark Hensley AARP walk audit guide sidewalk safety for older adults older adult transportation options rural transportation for seniors 8 80 cities dementia friendly communities family caregiving support caregiver respite programs power of attorney for aging parents advance directives living will and health care planning home modifications for seniors grab bars and fall prevention aging in place home safety assessment social isolation in older adults aging policy and advocacy intergenerational community planning affordable housing for older adults long term care planning talking to aging parents about safety adult children caregiving conversations shared decision making with older adults telehealth for older adults AARP HomeFit guide caregiver burnout Rosalynn Carter caregiving Keen On Aging podcast Dr. Corinne Auman aging with dignity and independence

  2. Aug 10

    If Life Changed Today, Would Your Family Know Your Wishes? | GEORGE FULLER

    In this episode, Dr. Corinne Auman sits down with George Fuller, founder of Fuller Life Navigating and author of Life Compass Living, who served as lead caregiver for all four of his and his wife's parents through the end of life and learned that most of the crises we dread are actually predictable. George calls these predictable transitions life quakes, and he shows keenagers how a plan and the right conversations can soften nearly every one of them. You will learn his simple framework of facts, power, and ability, why hope is not a plan, and how to build a family of choice you can genuinely count on. George also opens up about honoring his father's wishes through Alzheimer's, why relationships matter more than money, and how every small step toward planning leaves you better off. It is an honest, practical, and reassuring conversation about showing up for the people you love before a crisis forces the question. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about George Fuller - https://www.fullerlifenavigating.com/about Buy George's Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952421098?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback CHAPTERS 00:47 Meet George Fuller: caring for four parents through the end of life 03:45 Life quakes: the predictable crises we fail to prepare for 06:59 The three big life quakes: health, finances, and relationships 10:18 Facts, power, and ability: a framework for planning together 11:57 Why we avoid the conversation: growing up in a world that no longer exists 15:38 How to start when the conversation feels hard 18:30 Building a family of choice 28:36 The Life Compass: person, people, and place 35:12 What actually makes a good life 38:17 Beyond estate planning: put relationships first 42:19 Naming what you want: quality of life and a role in your own dying 47:11 Hope is not a plan: why every small step leaves you better off 51:11 Where to find George Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS aging, aging well, healthy aging, later life planning, end of life planning, advance directives, advance care planning, healthcare power of attorney, caregiving, family caregiver, caregiver support, caring for aging parents, life quakes, George Fuller, Fuller Life Navigating, Life Compass Living, family of choice, chosen family, aging in place, retirement planning, estate planning alternatives, quality of life, role in dying, Being Mortal, Atul Gawande, dementia care, Alzheimers caregiving, having the conversation, multigenerational support, purpose in later life, planning for the future, senior living, life transitions, Keen On Aging, Dr. Corinne Auman, keenagers

  3. Aug 3

    Why Telling the Truth Can Make Dementia Worse | TEEPA SNOW

    Dementia is far more than memory loss, and this conversation with renowned dementia care expert Teepa Snow gives keenagers a practical roadmap for moving from fear and frustration to real connection. Teepa breaks down the difference between typical aging and dementia, explains why behaviors are signals of unmet needs, and shares her signature techniques for communicating through visual cues instead of words. Whether dementia has already touched your family or you simply want to be prepared, this episode delivers tools you can put to work today. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Teepa Snow - Teepa Snow - https://teepasnow.com/ Teepa's Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ CHAPTERS 00:00 From fear and frustration to real connection 02:04 Why dementia is more than memory loss 03:21 Typical aging versus dementia 05:36 The hardest stage: when nothing seems wrong yet 07:36 Raising concerns without starting a fight 11:06 The art of acceptable truth, honesty without lying 15:03 Behaviors are signals of unmet needs 21:48 Why screening and diagnosis really matter 23:15 Reconnecting with a loved one: expect less, celebrate more 27:53 The biggest misconceptions and the power of visual cues 33:18 Caregiver versus care partner 36:24 Building a backup person and asking for help 40:22 Hiring an outside caregiver: what to look for 43:26 Starting palliative support early and making room for joy 49:19 Where to learn more from Teepa Snow Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS dementia care, Teepa Snow, Positive Approach to Care, dementia caregiver support, care partner, dementia communication, visual cues for dementia, typical aging versus dementia, early stage dementia, Alzheimer's disease, types of dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia, mixed dementia, dementia diagnosis, dementia screening, caregiver burnout, caregiver self care, hand under hand technique, dementia behaviors, unmet needs, palliative care and dementia, aging in place, gerontology, Keen On Aging, elder care, memory loss, cognitive decline, family caregiving, dementia support for families, respite care, hiring a caregiver, dementia driving conversation

  4. Jul 27

    It's Never Too Late to Take Control of Your Money | DEBRA MORRISON

    Most of us were raised to let someone else handle the money, and then one day we have to figure it out ourselves, usually with no training and a lot of fear. Debra Morrison spent 42 years as a financial planner, and her big message is simple: money is just a tool, and you are absolutely capable of using it. She and Dr. Corinne Auman talk through the stuff that quietly costs women over a lifetime, like the pink tax, the pay gap, and stepping away from work to caregive. Debra is also a grief coach, so she shares smart advice on not making big money decisions while you are still in the fog of loss. The best part is her reminder that it is never too late to start, and the next right step is always something you can do this week. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Debra Morrison - https://www.wecandoitwomen.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why mature women are the most financially vulnerable 01:57 The biggest money myth to let go: money is a tool, not a threat 03:10 Getting past the fear and taking the first step 06:28 The pink tax and the gender pay gap that compound over a lifetime 10:22 How caregiving and career pauses quietly derail retirement 14:15 Planning ahead for aging parents without raiding your own future 15:00 Debra's reinvention: from planner to coach for mature women 20:22 The invisible older woman, and how women can amplify each other 23:44 The overlooked essential: manage risk before you invest 26:18 Why umbrella liability insurance matters more than you think 28:19 It is never too late: longevity and the time value of money 31:08 Making your money last as the safe withdrawal rate shrinks 33:13 Becoming a grief coach and why grief and money intersect 40:36 The six month no decision zone and an annuity cautionary tale 44:39 Grief support do's and don'ts: put your own mask on first 47:21 Where to find Debra and her book Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS women and money, financial planning for women, retirement planning, financial coaching, mature women finances, money over 60, widow finances, grief coaching, grief recovery, certified financial planner, pink tax, gender pay gap, caregiving and retirement, Social Security, 401k, umbrella liability insurance, risk management, life insurance, time value of money, compound interest, safe withdrawal rate, fiduciary advisor, annuity warning, no decision zone, aging in place, longevity planning, financial confidence, women investing, retirement for women, later life reinvention, Debra Morrison, We Can Do It Women, My Husband Died Now What, Keen On Aging, Dr. Corinne Auman, aging podcast, financial literacy for women, estate planning, financial independence

  5. Jul 20

    It Is Not "Normal" For Older Adults To Forget Things | JENNIFER SZAKALY

    In this episode, aging life care manager Jennifer Szakaly explains why the hardest conversations about aging tend to go better when families start them early, long before a crisis forces the issue. She shows how to reframe the dreaded "you need some help" talk so it invites compromise instead of triggering a fight over independence, and why safety and freedom are not actually opposites. Listeners learn what an aging life care manager really does, how solo agers and long distance families can build a support system before they need one, and how to notice cognitive changes without slipping into either fear or denial. Jennifer also walks through what it takes to make a home truly age friendly, how to navigate the maze of senior living options, and how to protect purpose and connection as a person's world gets smaller. It is a practical and reassuring roadmap for anyone who wants more options and less panic when the time comes to make decisions. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Jennifer Szakaly - https://caregivingcorner.com/ Helpful Links - Aging Life Care Association - AgingLifeCare.org CHAPTERS 00:00 The conversations you have now do matter 02:08 Why "you need some help" sounds like losing independence 03:06 Reframing the conversation so it opens up compromise 05:04 Safety and freedom are not opposite ends of a spectrum 07:07 What an aging life care manager actually does 10:17 Solo agers and planning ahead without a traditional support system 13:18 Long distance caregiving and the care manager as quarterback 16:01 Noticing cognitive changes before a diagnosis 18:15 Why memory loss is not a normal part of aging 21:17 Empowerment and the power of an objective third party 24:40 Why earlier conversations give you more options later 26:57 Making a home age friendly before a crisis hits 34:16 The Art of Purpose and finding meaning as the world gets smaller 37:20 Navigating the maze of senior living options 44:55 The one takeaway: start talking now Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS aging life care manager aging life care management geriatric care manager family caregiving caregiver support aging well aging in place age friendly home home safety assessment CAPS certified aging in place specialist solo aging solo agers long distance caregiving dementia early signs of dementia cognitive decline memory changes brain health senior living options assisted living independent living continuing care retirement community 55 plus community downsizing senior housing aging parents talking to aging parents elder care planning care coordination Jennifer Szakaly Caregiving Corner Charlotte North Carolina Keen On Aging podcast

  6. Jul 13

    65 Is A Starting Line, Not A Finish Line | Ande Lyons

    Ande Lyons, lifelong entrepreneur and host of the Don't Be Caged By Your Age podcast, joins Dr. Corinne Auman to make the case that 65 is a starting line, not a finish line. She dismantles the tired stereotype that older adults are tech challenged, reminding listeners that boomers built the very technology everyone now takes for granted. Ande shares how she launched three businesses between the ages of 50 and 66, why getting comfortable as a beginner again is a strength rather than a weakness, and how a positive outlook measurably changes the way you age. She also lays out a practical roadmap for the twenty or more years many people have after retirement, from managing your energy to building real community. If you have ever told yourself it is too late to start something new, this conversation will change your mind. Learn more about Ande Lyons - https://www.dontbecagedbyyourage.com/ Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m CHAPTERS 00:00 Why it is never too late to begin 02:57 Boomers are tech legends, not tech challenged 07:32 The story behind Don't Be Caged By Your Age 09:55 Dissolving the ageism you tell yourself 14:35 Redefining success and managing your energy portfolio 19:16 Getting comfortable being a beginner again 22:44 Why learning something new protects your brain 25:18 How your outlook shapes how you age 26:02 Making a real plan for your third act 28:32 Staying adaptable through health challenges 35:51 Finding community as an older podcaster 40:10 Fear loves parked cars Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS positive aging, pro aging, internalized ageism, ageism, Ande Lyons, Don't Be Caged By Your Age, Keen On Aging podcast, Dr. Corinne Auman, starting a business after 60, entrepreneurship over 50, older entrepreneurs, beginner's mind, lifelong learning, brain health and aging, Becca Levy, positive outlook on aging, third act, purpose in retirement, rewire don't retire, reinvention after 60, podcasting for older adults, New England Podcasters, senior games, inspired elders, boomers and technology, tech legends, never too late to start, aging with purpose, managing your energy, healthy aging mindset

  7. Jul 6

    Everything you need to know about Estate Planning

    Estate planning attorney Sue Hunt of Focus Estate Solutions joins the show to demystify one of the most avoided topics in later life: wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Drawing on three decades of experience, Sue reframes estate planning as an act of protection and choice, not a conversation about death, and explains why the real risk is what happens to you while you are still living. You will learn the true difference between a will and a trust, how to choose the right people to make decisions on your behalf, and why waiting for the perfect moment is the most costly mistake of all. Sue also covers what happens if you do nothing, why online and AI generated documents fall short, and how to protect your home and assets from an unexpected crisis. If you have been putting this off, this conversation gives you both the clarity and the motivation to finally get it done. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - ⁠https://bit.ly/43XCD0m⁠ Learn more about Sue Hunt - https://www.focusestatesolutions.com/your-team CHAPTERS 00:00 The plan the state already made for you 01:45 Meet Sue Hunt 02:46 What happens if you die without a will 04:03 The worst case scenario 06:12 Health care versus financial power of attorney 07:51 Guardianship as a last resort 08:17 Why you need these documents at 18 10:30 Will versus trust explained 17:04 How to choose the right people 25:04 Starting the family conversation 29:20 This is empowerment not an exit plan 31:22 Where to keep your documents 39:30 What estate planning actually costs 43:19 Why AI and online forms fall short 47:49 Treat your plan as a living document 49:37 Protecting your home and your assets 53:23 Closing the knowing doing gap 01:00:57 The one thing to remember 01:01:49 Where to find Sue Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS estate planning, wills and trusts, power of attorney, health care power of attorney, financial power of attorney, durable power of attorney, estate planning attorney, probate, avoiding probate, intestate succession, dying without a will, guardianship, revocable living trust, Medicaid asset protection trust, Medicaid planning, elder law, incapacity planning, advance directive, springing power of attorney, choosing an executor, successor trustee, protecting your home, family protection, wealth preservation, end of life planning, later life planning, estate planning for seniors, dementia and estate planning, DIY will risks, family conversations about estate planning, Focus Estate Solutions, Sue Hunt, Greensboro North Carolina estate planning, Keen on Aging podcast

  8. Jun 29

    Are You Taking Too Many Medications? A Pharmacist Explains

    Some older adults are taking 18, 20, or even 26 medications a day, and many have no idea that the very pills meant to help them could be the cause of their fog, falls, or trips to the emergency room. In this episode, Dr. Corinne Auman sits down with Dr. DeLon Canterbury, a pharmacist and deprescribing expert who built his practice around a question most people never think to ask: do I still need all of these? They unpack why prescriptions quietly pile up over a lifetime, how aging changes the way the body processes medication, and why the over-the-counter products in your cabinet matter far more than most people assume. You will also learn the specific red flags that signal a symptom may be medication related rather than just a sign of getting older, and what to do if you suspect a loved one is overmedicated. If you or someone you love is managing a long list of prescriptions, this is an episode worth hearing all the way through. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Dr. DeLon Canterbury - https://www.geriatrx.org/about CHAPTERS 00:52 The number that stops you cold 02:12 What to know if you take five or more meds 04:10 How prescriptions pile up 07:11 Why aging changes how meds work 09:04 When a loved one's meds are the problem 12:26 The over-the-counter blind spot 14:47 What a deprescribing practice does 15:42 Real success stories 19:11 Caregiver red flags 22:06 Why these drugs were never studied in older adult s29:01 The one message to walk away with Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS deprescribing polypharmacy medication management for older adults prescription overload aging and medication over-the-counter medication risks medication side effects in seniors caregiver tips medication pharmacist deprescribing falls and medication cognitive fog medication medication review senior health geriatric pharmacy Keen on Aging podcast Dr. DeLon Canterbury Dr. Corinne Auman

  9. Jun 22

    We Need An Honest Conversation About Retirement

    Most of us picture retirement as the finish line, the reward after decades of work where everything finally falls into place. In this episode, financial life planner and author Michael F. Kay challenges that idea, explaining why retirement is actually one of the most complicated transitions we ever face. Drawing on his work with more than 4,000 people and his Chapter X framework, he reveals why so many retirees feel blindsided and why the real work is emotional, not just financial. Dr. Corinne Auman and Michael dig into the link between purpose and staying mentally sharp, the surprising relationship strain that retirement can create, and what it actually takes to prepare for who you become after work. Whether you are approaching this chapter or love someone who is, this conversation will reshape how you think about life after work. Learn more about Michael F. Kay - https://michaelfkay.com/ Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m CHAPTERS 01:57 Welcome and introducing Michael F. Kay 04:00 What Chapter X is and how it differs from traditional retirement 05:39 Why retirement is far more complicated than we are sold 10:03 The two big questions: who are you now and what is next 13:04 Why Michael hesitated to write the book 15:23 How to actually prepare emotionally, not just financially 22:02 Embracing aging: the senior games story 23:57 The truth about early retirement 26:34 Purpose, feeling needed, and avoiding cognitive decline 30:07 Renegotiating your relationship with a spouse or partner 31:55 A real story of two people not on the same page 36:12 Final thoughts and where to find Michael Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS retirement transition Chapter X framework Michael F. Kay financial life planning emotional preparation for retirement purpose in retirement cognitive decline and retirement use it or lose it brain health aging with purpose early retirement retirement identity who am I after work retirement and relationships spouse retirement adjustment senior games positive aging Keen on Aging podcast Dr. Corinne Auman life after work retirement planning beyond money

  10. Jun 15

    What Doctors Don't Know About Assisted Living

    Most people assume the doctor referring their loved one to assisted living or skilled nursing actually knows what those places are like, but they usually don't. In this episode, Bob Cain of Piedmont Home Care shares why he personally drives doctors and medical students through senior care facilities so they can see them from the inside, and he and host Dr. Corinne Auman explain what families need to watch for, from who owns the building to why planning early makes all the difference. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Bob Cain - https://piedmonthomecare.com/about-us/meet-our-team/bob-cain-bio/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:23 What surprises doctors most about senior living 06:18 Why most of us avoid senior care until a crisis forces the decision 15:00 The insider directory that bypasses the phone-tree runaround 22:50 What every family should know before a loved one needs care 26:21 How hospital consolidation is shrinking outside referrals 37:59 Who owns the building matters: private equity versus nonprofit 41:49 The placement crisis for higher-need patients 44:53 Hope is not a plan 45:25 Continuing Care Retirement Communities explained 51:38 Moving in while you are still independent 56:14 Closing advice: care planning is an ongoing conversation Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS senior care, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, adult day programs, continuing care retirement community, CCRC, care navigation, geriatric care management, elder care planning, long-term care planning, aging parents, caregiver support, caregiver resources, choosing assisted living, senior living tours, senior living waitlists, private equity nursing homes, who owns assisted living facilities, Medicare and senior care, aging in place, planning for aging parents, doctor referrals senior care, Piedmont Home Care, Bob Cain, Keen on Aging podcast, Keenagers, Dr. Corinne Auman

  11. Jun 8

    TRAILER: The Keen On Aging Podcast

    If you're somewhere between 45 and 80 and sensing that the cultural script for aging doesn't fit who you are or who you're becoming, this show is for you. The Keen On Aging Podcast is built on a simple idea: aging is a universal human experience, and the story we tell about it shapes the way we live it. The dominant cultural narrative — one of decline, fear, and invisibility — is outdated, and it's causing real harm. Hosted by Dr. Corinne Auman, gerontologist, care manager, author, and activist, this show offers a grounded, research-backed, and deeply human alternative: a story rooted in purpose, planning, and possibility. Each episode, Dr. Auman sits down with experts and with everyday "keenagers" — people who have navigated later life with intention and found meaning on the other side of midlife transitions. Through honest, practical conversations, you'll hear real stories and real solutions to the questions so many of us face but rarely talk about out loud. Tune in to: Learn how to embrace and make the most of your later yearsGet inspired to take on new challenges and push back against outdated stereotypes of agingDiscover how to build a fulfilling life, even as circumstances changeExplore the stories of Keenagers and gain a deeper understanding of the aging process itselfWhether you're rethinking your career, redefining your relationships, planning for what's next, or simply looking for permission and language to own this chapter of your life, The Keen On Aging Podcast is your invitation to imagine aging differently — and to live it that way too.

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The cultural story about aging is outdated — and it's causing harm. The Keen On Aging Podcast offers a grounded, research-backed alternative for adults 45–80 who are rethinking identity, purpose, and what comes next. Hosted by gerontologist and author Dr. Corinne Auman, each episode features honest conversations with experts and with people who have navigated later life with intention. You'll get real stories, practical solutions, and fresh language for owning this chapter — so you can break outdated stereotypes, take on new challenges, and build a fulfilling life on your own terms.