EPISODE · Aug 8, 2024 · 20 MIN
Art of Aging: Rethinking Societal Norms in the New Map of Life with Laura Carstensen of Stanford University
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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:The need to rethink societal norms (1:50)The new map of life (4:01)Challenges and insights of the new map of life (10:37)Benefits of lived experience in leadership (15:27)Final thoughts and takeaways (18:44)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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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This week on the Art of Aging, we revisit a great conversation from a previous episode as host Michael Hughes welcomes Laura Carstensen, a professor of psychology at Stanford University and founding director of the Stanford Center on Longevity. In this conversation, Laura and Mike discuss the new map of life and the benefits of aging. They delve into the necessity of rethinking societal norms and structures due to increased life expectancies. Laura emphasizes the value of lived experience in leadership roles, highlighting emotional development and cognitive changes. The discussion advocates for evaluating individuals based on their capabilities and experiences rather than rigid age-based criteria, promoting a more inclusive and effective approach to leadership and societal contributions. Don’t miss this great conversation!
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Art of Aging: Rethinking Societal Norms in the New Map of Life with Laura Carstensen of Stanford University
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