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EPISODE · Jun 27, 2025 · 33 MIN

Ageism. Too Young, Too Old, Never Just Right?

from Say it Sister... · host Lucy Barkas & Karen Heras Kelly

Send us Fan MailLucy and Karen explore how we can reclaim our power by embracing our age rather than seeing it as a problem to fix, sharing personal experiences of navigating ageism throughout their careers and personal lives. They discuss the liberating perspective shifts that come with midlife and the importance of finding champions at every stage.• Finding confidence to be authentically yourself regardless of age• Navigating workplace dynamics when being perceived as "too young" or "too old"• Different approaches to handling ageism: downplaying versus amplifying femininity• The joy of finding intergenerational female champions and becoming one yourself• Shifting from caring about others' perceptions to caring more about what truly matters• Recognizing that careers have natural cycles of growth, stability, and reinvention• The painful reality of invisibility facing women in their 50s and 60s despite their expertise• Finding inspiration in women like Edith Eager who found her true calling in her 40s and made her biggest impact in her 70sEmail us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook or Instagram. Please like, follow, and comment on the podcast to help us reach more listeners.Send us a comment, ask a question, or suggest a topic. We would love to hear from you

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