Podcast Episode 38
#038: A Birthday Reflection: Embracing the Limitations and Possibilities of Aging
In this episode, Joy reflects on her 57th birthday, exploring the themes of aging and the paradox of limitations versus possibility. She discusses societal perceptions of aging, the desire for permission to embrace limitations, and the importance of hope in driving transformative change. Joy emphasizes the need to recognize human finitude while also believing in the potential for a better future.
Episode Highlights
• 00:27 - Intro
• 02:02 - Reflections on Aging and Limitations
• 13:08 - Celebrating Aging and the Possibility of a Better Future
• 20:09 - The Power of Hope and Conclusion
Relevant Links
• Criterion Institute website and LinkedIn
• Joy’s LinkedIn
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