Happy & Healthy with Amy

Overcoming Ageism: 5 Mindset Shifts for Thriving After 50

Amy Lang Season 1 Episode 293

Are you telling yourself it’s all downhill after menopause? You’re not alone.

In this episode, Amy reveals how your beliefs about aging impact your brain health and longevity. Learn how to shift your mindset, challenge ageism—and embrace menopause as a vibrant new chapter.

What to Listen For:

  • [00:01:00] Why decline is not inevitable with aging
  • [00:02:00] How ageism is baked into our culture—and how it affects your health
  • [00:04:00] Fascinating stats on life expectancy: then vs. now
  • [00:08:00] How positive beliefs about aging can extend your life by 7.5 years
  • [00:10:00] The Western medical view of menopause vs. Traditional Chinese Medicine’s “second spring”
  • [00:11:00] The difference between lifespan and health span—and why it matters
  • [00:12:00] What “compressed morbidity” means for your quality of life
  • [00:13:00] 5 empowering mindset reframes about menopause and aging
  • [00:15:00] Simple steps to shift your thinking about aging starting today

Your beliefs about aging matter more than you think. By embracing a positive mindset and viewing menopause as your “second spring,” you can enhance your brain health, resilience, and overall well-being. 

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