Real Life Inspirational Stories
As we age, how will our personal spaces and public communities evolve? How should we approach the design of our homes to meet our needs? Moira Denson, a leading researcher in Design for Aging, encourages us to start with empathy!
Despite ageist trolls, Jennifer Canuck dresses up as a diva in vibrant colors inspiring midlife women all over the globe. What started simply as documenting gray hair transition has proven to be a journey of empowerment. Jennifer now doesn't want to stop and neither do her followers!
While caring for her son during pandemic, April started sharing her life story online. She soon struck a chord with several women. April now champions pro-aging and wants to encourage others to reinvent themselves.
Cheryl, a nurse and a Veteran, hosts Aging Matters, discussing crucial aging issues. From health to housing, she engages experts to bring more awareness on these topics. Join us to learn more!
A chance idea of starting an authentic fashion blog soon turned into a popular destination for mature fashion. Now, a decade later, Josephine reflects on her journey and shares her secrets to stay fashionable irrespective of age.
Wendi Aaron's hilarious and comical memoir depicts the everyday conflicting lives we lead as we age. From wondering about fashion & looks, to juggling families and making friends, the memoir is a journey of every woman
A lifelong market researcher and statistician ditches coloring of her hair due to lack of time in a new city. Little did she know that this will turn her into a popular icon !
For many people, approaching retirement age means asking a big question "Now What?". Paul Long also faced the same challenge and now shares what he learned in answering that.
Dr. Loren Thomas spent 46 years in the field of education while also completing three masters degrees and a doctorate. He travels around the world to teach and volunteer. He also happens to be an avid marathon runner. At the age of 70, he has just completed his 100th marathon.
Roxanne is one of the pioneers of no-dye silver hair modeling. In spite of many rejections, Roxanne persevered while creating her own niche. In this conversation, Roxanne shares her motivations, challenges and what she believes is key to leading a purposeful life.
At an envious age of 67, Ed solo-swam across the English channel through a 16-hour-long continuous swim in the cold open sea. Only a few swimmers older than Ed have achieved the same feat. Ed revisits his motivations and how he prepared himself to achieve the seemingly impossible.
Lance was a 60-year-old struggling with his out-of-shape body. Feeling constantly low and having nothing to look forward to, Lance decided to overhaul his lifestyle. He is now a leading influencer for healthy longevity.
