I’m no spring chicken, but I have a lot of spring left in my step!

Meet Jeri Bernstein, a 68-year-old professional copywriter from Atlanta whose journey is a testament to flipping the script on age.

Jeri is the author of Late Boomers – inspiring stories about people who’ve done life-changing things later in life.

Along with fascinating stories from her books, you’ll also find these three key takeaways from our delicious conversation:

🔹 Stay Agile and Adaptable: Jeri's career in advertising flourished as she embraced the shift from traditional print to digital mediums, proving that continuous learning and adaptation keep us relevant and engaged.

🔹 Unleash New Passions at Any Age: From writing bios for pet rescues to self-publishing inspiring books, Jeri showcases that life after 60 can be the beginning of new adventures and pursuits that truly light us up.

🔹 Shatter Ageist Stereotypes: Stories like that of Jeri’s friend becoming a Delta flight attendant at 62 or the couple that launched a comedy club in their late 70s remind us that age should never limit our dreams.

It’s about time we challenge and change age-related biases in our professional and personal lives.

Tap the play button and grab Jeri’s gems to help you thrive after 65!

You can purchase Jeri's Late Boomers books here and learn more about Jeri's copywriting services here.

If you found inspiration from this conversation, we’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.

Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.

Tune in and let's crush ageism together!

Waving from Boston – cheers!

Ande ♥

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“I think everybody has a little secret of something they may have always wanted to do, but didn’t do, and perhaps this is the time to try it!”

Meet Laurie Raskin, age 72, an extraordinary artist and designer from Los Angeles, who proves that creativity is boundless and ageless.

From being one of the artists who designed an official poster for the 1984 Summer Olympic Games, to designing a carpet line that premiered at the Cube Art Fair in Brussels, to exhibiting her fine art in galleries and museums around the world, Laurie’s story is a vibrant tapestry of saying yes to life's opportunities.

During our delicious conversation, Laurie and I explore so many wonderful pro-aging topics, including:

•Forget Retirement—Embrace What You Love
•A Book Born of Love and Fun: Help! We Can’t Stop Aging – co-authored with Laurie’s dear friend and poet Joyce King Heyraud, 84, during the COVID pandemic.
•Adventures and Inspirations
•Embrace New Experiences and Seek Help When You Need It

Laurie's spirited journey through art and life is a testament to the endless possibilities that exist when we stop letting age define us.

Please visit https://www.helpwecantstopaging.com to purchase your copy of this fun, witty and wise book!

And follow Help We Can’t Stop Aging on Instagram here.

You can connect with Laurie via her website https://www.laurieraskin.com or on Instagram @laurieraskin.

Laurie loves hearing from folks, so please reach out to her!

If you found inspiration from this conversation, we’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.

Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.

Tune in and let's crush ageism together!

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/
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It’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years!

An actress, dancer, and competitive athlete in both Ninja and swimming, Ginny MacColl, age 72, began her career in New York City in 1974 as a dancer in the hit Broadway show, Pippin.

She then transitioned into the commercial world and did over 100 national and regional commercials throughout the 70s and 80s. (Tap here to watch them - it’s a wonderful stroll down memory lane.)

After a 20-year hiatus to raise her family and work in radio, Ginny rekindled her acting career in retirement and also began strength training, inspired by her daughter, Jessie Graff, who has gone farther than any female on American Ninja Warrior.

At 63, Ginny did her very first pull up and later competed on American Ninja Warrior, Seasons 9, 10, and 15, making history at age 71 as the oldest person to complete an obstacle.

AND, She was just named the oldest competitive female ninja athlete in the 2024 Guinness World Record Book!

Ginny passionately embraces aging and encourages others to see their Renaissance Years as a time to pursue new dreams and opportunities.

I think this is the best stage in my life. I don't think I've accomplished anything in my life as much as I have since retirement.

Whether you're looking to make a change or just seeking some inspiration, this episode is packed with insights that remind us all that it’s never too late to defy ageist beliefs and begin building a thriving, vibrant future.

Be sure to follow Ginny on Instagram, where you’ll witness her remarkable Ninja athlete journey.

As promised, here’s the link to the Treadmill Walking Pad I mention during this episode: https://amzn.to/4bHuSgu

If you found inspiration from this conversation, we’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.

Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.

Tune in and let's crush ageism together!

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/ande_lyons/
https://www.pinterest.com/andelyons/
TikTok: @andelyons

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