EP 16 Dissolving Gendered Ageist Narratives

At 68 and hailing from Australia, our guest –  Leonie-Ruth Acland –  speaks passionately about the necessity of intergenerational connection, and how dissolving ageist narratives helps us embrace our roles as sages at this stage of life. Leonie-Ruth also shares the power of self-compassion in navigating the loss and self-doubt that can come with an aging body and mind. Here are a few key insights from our delicious conversation: •Self-Compassion in Aging: Leonie-Ruth highlights the significance of embracing self-compassion to manage grief, transform self-shame, and rise above physical and emotional challenges. Understanding the interconnectedness of our body, mind, heart, soul, and spirit can lead to a more fulfilling life. •Intergenerational Connectivity: Maintaining relationships across generations provides valuable perspectives, wisdom, and energy. Whether through mentoring or community involvement, these connections foster support and broadens our understanding of diverse experiences. •Tailored Self-Care: Honoring our unique physical abilities and needs is crucial. From adopting specific exercise regimens, like yoga or dancing, to understanding our body type through practices like Ayurveda, individualized care is essential for our long-term well-being.Listen to her full journey and her work with the Pomegranate Circle by tuning into our latest episode! Be sure to hop on over to my YouTube channel to see the video of our conversation – I include photos of Leonie-Ruth’s Tanglewood property!And don't forget to connect with Leonie-Ruth on LinkedIn for more wisdom and insights. Tap this link to gerentologist Dr. Tracey Gendron’s website, and learn more about her book, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It here.If you found inspiration from this conversation, please rate, review and share this episode.I’d love to hear your thoughts, so be sure to hop on over to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or leave a message on the website here.Looking for a few simple ways to age well? Here are two products I use and genuinely recommend:🚶‍♀️ Favorite Walking Pad – I use it almost every day while watching my favorite shows. It's quiet, easy to store, and makes getting more steps simple and enjoyable.🥤 Favorite Protein Powder – Getting enough protein becomes even more important as we age. This is my go-to because it's easy to digest, delivers 25g of protein per serving, and supports healthy muscles and bones.Waving from Boston – cheers!Ande ♥CONNECT with me online - I'd love to learn how you're shattering ageism!https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/dontbecagedbyyourageSPONSORSHIPIf you resonate with the show’s mission of shattering ageism and age-related expectations so folks can thrive after 65, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact throug...