EP 50 Aging Out Loud and Proud

Hiya listeners! Can you believe it? We’ve hit 50 episodes of Don't Be Caged By Your Age! 🎉 In this special milestone episode, I’m flying solo to share the origin story of this podcast, how my own pro-aging journey has transformed the way I see getting older, and why I’m on a mission to dissolve ageist beliefs.I’ll take you back to the summer of 2022 when I turned 66, a time when I was still hesitant to embrace my age publicly. After years in the youth-driven startup world, I had internalized the fear of aging, worried about being dismissed or overlooked. But everything changed when I posted a photo on LinkedIn holding a Route 66 sign, declaring my age loud and proud. That moment sparked an outpouring of stories from people who felt the same way - some feeling invisible, others thriving beyond 65. And that’s when I knew: this conversation needed a bigger platform.Since launching Don’t Be Caged By Your Age in March 2024, I’ve had the joy of interviewing incredible individuals who are rewriting the narrative around aging. Their stories, and your engagement, have fueled my passion for advocating a life of purpose, vitality, and reinvention at any age. Now, 50 episodes in, I’m more inspired than ever - and I can’t wait for what’s ahead!If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share your thoughts. Your support helps us continue spreading this message far and wide. Here’s to thriving after 65 and beyond! ☕ Love listening to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age? Join the movement to end ageism and celebrate pro-aging! For just $5 a cup, you can sponsor the podcast and help: ✨ Amplify inspiring voices ✨ Break age-related stereotypes ✨ Reach more listeners worldwide 💻 Visit: https://buymeacoffee.com/andelyons Let’s make aging a journey of joy and possibility—together. 🧡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...