Episode 22

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Published on:

12th Sep 2023

From 60 to 61: Nurturing Wellness, Pursuing Dreams, and Savoring Each Day

Show Notes:

Summary:

Valerie Hatcher reflects on turning 61 and shares her insights on aging with grace and style. She discusses the challenges and celebrations of the past year, including her son's wedding, and the lessons she's learned in patience and flexibility. Valerie emphasizes the importance of staying engaged and embracing new experiences, such as starting a podcast and taking up boxing fitness. She also highlights the positives of aging, including self-assuredness and wisdom, and prioritizing wellness. Valerie looks forward to the future with dreams of traveling and enjoying each new day.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to podcast and topic of aging with grace and style

01:07 Reflections on turning 60 and highlights of the year

03:51 Lessons in patience, flexibility, and releasing control

05:16 Pursuit of new hobbies and personal growth

06:38 Embracing the positives of aging and prioritizing wellness

08:02 Focus on nutrition, reducing stress, and keeping the mind sharp

11:09 Looking forward to future dreams, aspirations, and adventures

Key Takeaways:

  • Turning 60 was a significant milestone that took some time to adjust to.
  • Watching her son get married was a mix of emotions and reminded Valerie of the fleeting nature of time.
  • Valerie learned lessons in patience, flexibility, and releasing control from her son's wedding preparations.
  • Staying engaged and learning new things, like photography and boxing fitness, rejuvenates Valerie.
  • Aging enriches the soul and brings self-assuredness, wisdom, and liberation from societal pressures.
  • Prioritizing wellness through nutrition, staying active, reducing stress, and keeping the mind sharp is essential.
  • Valerie looks forward to traveling, spending time with future grandkids, and crossing off bucket list goals.

Connect with Valerie:

* Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.  

* Email at hello@agingwithgraceandstyle.com

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Aging with Grace & Style
Lifestyle Tips for Women Over 50

Tired of outdated age stereotypes? So am I.
Welcome to Aging with Grace and Style—the podcast for women over 50 who are ready to rewrite the rules and live boldly in their next chapter.
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