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The Wisdom Years with Dr Barbara Boyd - Embracing Intentional Aging
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The Wisdom Years: A Guide to Intentional Aging
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Dr. Barbara Boyd, a retired professor and spiritual advisor who shares insights from her book 'The Wisdom Years: A Guide to Intentional Aging.' Barbara recounts her journey of self-discovery and personal growth at the age of 70, including her four pilgrimages to find deeper meaning beyond the initial joy of retirement activities. She discusses the importance of adapting to physical and mental changes in later years, the distinction between male and female experiences of retirement, and the value of giving away wisdom accumulated over a lifetime. Barbara also reflects on finding new sources of spirituality outside traditional religious institutions and emphasizes the significance of saying 'yes' to life’s opportunities as we age.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:13 Introducing Dr. Barbara Boyd
01:21 The Motivation Behind 'The Wisdom Years'
02:44 Exploring the Concept of Intentional Aging
03:43 The Pilgrimage Year
04:50 Internal Growth and Soul Building
06:22 Challenges of Transitioning to Retirement
10:25 The Importance of Sharing Wisdom
13:18 Adapting to Physical and Mental Changes
14:54 The Cosmic Yes and Taking Risks
17:00 Reevaluating Religious Connections
20:47 The Liberating Experience of Anonymity
25:20 Reflections on Retirement and Future Plans
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