The conversation revolves around the topic of aging and itscultural impact, focusing on how celebrities' aging is scrutinized and itsinfluence on regular individuals. Hosts, Nina Manolson and Jennie Kramer,discuss the privileges and challenges of aging, emphasizing the culturalconversation around it. They explore societal attitudes, the impact of media, andthe pressure to conform to youth and beauty standards. Billions of dollars arespent every year to deny, slow, or minimize the impact of aging, nearly all relatedto how we look. Culture matters too. Some societies revere elderly members, lookingto them for wisdom and guidance. In the US, we devalue aging, often making usfeel invisible. Next, they discuss the concept of "aging well" andchallenge conventional notions by highlighting the importance of confidence,vitality, and embracing individuality. They touch upon the influence of mediafigures like Jane Fonda, Martha Stewart, and Maggie Smith in challengingstereotypes related to aging.The hosts also discuss the role of plastic surgery, bodyautonomy, and the importance of understanding one's choices without judgment.Grief and acceptance of physical changes are explored, with an emphasis oncherishing memories and the wisdom gained through experiences. What is it to be “body current”? Nina breaks down how thisimpacts us now more than ever. As we all spend some part of our days looking atourselves on a Zoom call or a FaceTime chat, we are literally faced withaccepting how we are today, in this moment. The conversation concludes by highlighting the significanceof learning and evolving throughout life, with a focus on building wisdom andembracing one's authentic self amid societal expectations and changingperceptions of beauty and aging. As always, be kind to yourself because you are enough. Resources: The Miracle Club Wiser Than Me podcast⁠Connect with Nina and Jennie⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠ads.spotify.com. ⁠

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