Explore the power of mindfulness meditation with Georgia Larounis, a certified mindfulness instructor, in this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®.

Georgia shares her 18-year journey with mindfulness and discusses its numerous benefits, especially for older adults. Learn how mindfulness can boost your immune system, control pain, improve sleep, increase attention span, and lower blood pressure.

Discover practical tips to start your own meditation practice and incorporate mindfulness into everyday activities. Georgia addresses common misconceptions about mindfulness and provides valuable resources for those interested in learning more.

As a special treat, the episode concludes with a guided body scan meditation led by Georgia herself. Experience firsthand the calming effects of mindfulness and learn a technique you can use anytime to ground yourself in the present moment.

Whether you're new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice, this episode offers valuable insights for aging with vitality, independence, growth, and resilience.

Connect with Georgia Larounis:

• Email: glarounis@comcast.net
• Phone: 215-962-4430
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-larounis-5583331b7/
• https://dayvibes.org/about/our-team/

Links to resources mentioned in the episode:

• Jefferson Health: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/conditions-and-treatments/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction/mindfulness/mbsr-guided-practices
• Penn Medicine: https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-patients-and-visitors/find-a-program-or-service/mindfulness/program-offerings/participant-resources
• UC San Diego: https://cih.ucsd.edu/mindfulness/guided-audio-video

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David Stewart has spent the past decade profiling older adults and breaking ageist barriers. In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, he shares his insights on:

The five pillars of super aging and how to implement them Challenging societal expectations for the 50+ demographic The impact of increased longevity on individuals and society Navigating encore careers and overcoming ageism in the workplace The importance of staying curious, useful, and connected as we age

David offers practical advice for aging with vitality, curiosity, and resilience. Whether you're approaching retirement or simply interested in the future of aging, this conversation provides valuable insights on making the most of life's later chapters.

Resources: David Stewart, AGEIST, SuperAge Podcast:

https://www.ageist.com/ 

https://superage.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-harry-stewart-0127466/ 

https://www.facebook.com/weareageist 

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/ageist/ 

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https://www.tiktok.com/@ageist.magazine

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In this episode of the Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR® podcast, we talk with Lori Rizzo, an experienced End-of-Life Doula and Certified Dementia Practitioner. Lori, who runs Compassionate Crossings, provides emotional, physical, and spiritual support to individuals and families facing the end of life. Lori shares her deeply personal journey into the field, which began with her own experience caring for her mother and explains the role of an End-of-Life Doula in guiding individuals through this challenging phase.

Through heartfelt conversation, Lori discusses the importance of legacy work, anticipatory grief, and how her holistic, non-medical approach provides peace and support to those facing death and their loved ones. Whether you're curious about end-of-life care, legacy planning, or simply seeking comfort in discussing this inevitable part of life, this episode offers insight, guidance, and inspiration.

Tune in to learn more about how an End-of-Life Doula can transform the end-of-life experience into a meaningful, supported journey.

Resources:

Lori Rizzo:

https://www.compassionatecrossingsdoula.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassionate-crossings-llc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-rizzo/

https://www.facebook.com/compassionatecrossingsllc/

https://www.instagram.com/compassionate_crossings/

INELDA: https://inelda.org/

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