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Thriving Beyond 65: Ande Lyons on Aging Out Loud
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Today, we’re diving into the art of reframing our thoughts, expectations, and perceived boundaries of middle age and beyond. Joining me for this conversation is Ande Lyons. Ande is a four-time founder, a former global startup mentor, and a seasoned podcaster since 2012. Currently, she hosts the popular Don’t Be Caged By Your Age Podcast, where she helps individuals dissolve ageist beliefs and thrive beyond 65.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- Ande's Personal Journey:
- Ande shares her age and where she calls home, emphasizing that age is just a number.
- The Birth of a Passion Project:
- Discover what inspired Ande to create Don’t Be Caged By Your Age and why she feels so passionately about challenging ageist norms.
- Understanding Ageism and Gendered Ageism:
- Learn what ageism and gendered ageism are, along with real-life examples.
- Powerful Phrases for Reinvention:
- Ande explains the significance of phrases like “pastures are for horses and not for people,” “rewire don’t retire,” and “renaissance years.”
- Cultivating Confidence:
- Hear how Ande's confidence has fueled her multiple reinventions and ventures, despite occasional setbacks.
- Life's Guiding Belief:
- Ande reflects on the belief that “life happens for you, not to you,” and how it shapes her outlook and decisions.
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome:
- Marianne and Ande discuss strategies for breaking through imposter syndrome and the fear of failure, encouraging listeners to pursue their true passions.
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace your age and see it as an asset, not a limitation.
- Challenge societal norms and create your own path, no matter your stage in life.
- Cultivate emotional literacy to navigate life's ups and downs with resilience.
- Adopt a mindset that life is working for you, opening up endless possibilities.
Your renaissance years are a time for reimagining, repurposing, and rewiring your life for vibrancy and fulfillment. Don’t let age define your boundaries.
Connect with Ande Lyons:
- https://www.dontbecagedbyyourage.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons
- https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons
- https://www.youtube.com/@AndeLyons
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