Finding Joy and Purpose in Aging with Deborah Heiser

to watch this episode, subscribe to my YouTube channel: optYOUmize podcast Youtube optYOUmize is sponsored by: Renew Youth - aging made better Strawberry.me - personal coaching BetterHelp online therapy HelloFresh - America's #1 Meal Kit Amazfit - smartwatches and fitness wearables Summary Brett Ingram speaks with Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist specializing in midlife and aging. They discuss the societal biases surrounding aging, the emotional benefits of growing older, and the importance of mentorship. Deborah shares her journey into psychology, the positive aspects of aging, and how the Mentor Project connects experienced mentors with students. The conversation emphasizes the value of generativity and the need for meaningful connections across generations. Visit http://www.mentorproject.org to find out more about The Mentor Project, and connect with Deborah on LinkedIn. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Aging and Psychology 06:02 Age-Related Bias in Society 11:53 Generativity and Mentorship 18:00 Defining Mentorship 27:01 The Mentor Project 34:06 Final Thoughts and Tips for Success #aging #mentorship #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #optyoumize #brettingram #entrepreneurpodcast #podmatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices