E376-Inner Voice-A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine & Dr. Corinne Auman on Keenagers - New Aging
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E376 – "Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine." In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Dr. Corinne Auman, a trailblazer in the field of aging and the founder of Choice Care Navigators, a company dedicated to helping families navigate the aging process. Corinne is dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every age. With a background in developmental psychology, Corinne's passion lies in reshaping how we perceive older adulthood, a vision she beautifully encapsulates in her groundbreaking book, "Keenagers. www.corinneauman.com
The discussion between Dr. and Corinne covered various aspects of aging and its associated challenges. They talked about the difficulties in capturing accurate data using companion devices, frustrations with inaccuracies, and the need for positive language around aging, including Corinne's term "teenagers with a K" to refer to older adults. Dr. and Corinne explored the psychological aspects of aging, such as retirement, grandparenting, and health issues, and emphasized the importance of adapting to these changes while breaking stereotypes surrounding aging. Dr. shared a shift in perspective, expressing newfound body appreciation despite physical pain and feeling happier by accepting limitations and focusing on the present. Corinne supported this by referencing research showing that people are often happiest in their 60s and 70s. They discussed the need for purposeful activity in retirement, noting that unlimited relaxation can lead to depression, and highlighted the importance of staying engaged with meaningful activities for mental and social well-being. Ageism in the corporate world and the challenges faced by individuals over 65 were also addressed, with Dr. and Corinne pointing out how businesses often overlook the valuable experience older adults can offer. They also discussed the potential for exploring new passions in retirement and emphasized the importance of planning for a positive transition into older adulthood. Lastly, they touched on changing attitudes toward aging, end-of-life choices, and the importance of embracing life and aging with intention and openness. 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts https://podcasts.feedspot.com/california_mental_health_podcasts/ Check out my website: www.FoojanZeine.com, www.AwarenessIntegration.com, www.Foojan.com Remember to Subscribe, Listen, Review, and Share! Find me on these sites: *iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i...) *Google Play (https://play.google.com/music/m/Inpl5...) *Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/) *YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/DrFoojan) Platforms to Like and Follow: *Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrFoojanZeine/) *Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/Dr.FoojanZeine) *Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/DrZeine/) *LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/DrFoojanZeine)
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