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EPISODE · Aug 28, 2025 · 27 MIN

Getting Used to it, Midlife: Think You’re Too Old to Learn? Your Brain Disagrees

from Getting used to it, Midlife · host Beth & Suzee

Send us Fan MailThink your brain peaked at 25? Think again. Science says learning new stuff in midlife can actually make your brain act 30 years younger (Botox for your neurons, anyone?). In this episode, we dive into why midlife is prime time for picking up fresh skills, busting old “I’m bad at math” stories, and why Mahjong might just be the new pickleball.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Getting Used To It!If you enjoyed today’s conversation, please consider subscribing, rating, and leaving us a review—it helps others discover the show! We’d also love to hear your thoughts, so drop us a comment or connect with us on Bluesky @gettingusedtoit.bksy.social.Stay connected, stay curious, and we’ll see you next time!

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Send us Fan Mail Think your brain peaked at 25? Think again. Science says learning new stuff in midlife can actually make your brain act 30 years younger (Botox for your neurons, anyone?). In this episode, we dive into why midlife is prime time for picking up fresh skills, busting old “I’m bad at math” stories, and why Mahjong might just be the new pickleball. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Getting Used To It! If you enjoyed today’s conversation, please consider subscribing, rating, ...

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