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Passion Struck with John R. Miles

M.T. Connolly on How You Build the Measure of Your Age EP 389

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 21 December 2023

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Summary

https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-book/ - Order a copy of my new book, "Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life," today! Picked by the Next Big Idea Club as a must-read for 2024.In this episode of Passion Struck, host Jon R. Miles interviews M.T. Connolly, an elder justice expert and MacArthur Genius Grant recipient. They discuss the challenges and complexities of aging, the importance of addressing caregiver support and financial issues, and the need for a shift in societal attitudes toward aging. Connolly shares insights from her book, "The Measure of Our Age: Navigating Care, Safety, Money, and Meaning Later in Life," and highlights the need for a proactive approach to aging well. They also explore the concept of elder justice and the importance of building a supportive infrastructure for older adults.Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://passionstruck.com/mt-connolly-on-build-the-measure-of-your-age/SponsorsBrought to you by OneSkin. Get 15% off your order using code Passionstruck at https://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod.Brought to you by Indeed: Claim your SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT now at Indeed dot com slash PASSIONSTRUCK.Brought to you by Lifeforce: Join me and thousands of others who have transformed their lives through Lifeforce's proactive and personalized approach to healthcare. Visit MyLifeforce.com today to start your membership and receive an exclusive $200 off.Brought to you by Hello Fresh. Use code passion 50 to get 50% off plus free shipping! --► For information about advertisers and promo codes, go to: https://passionstruck.com/deals/Revolutionizing Elder Justice: M.T. Connolly’s Blueprint For A Compassionate FutureIn this transformative episode, join the visionary M.T. Connolly on an expedition into the heart of elder justice and the profound transformation of aging. With a resolute commitment to reshaping the narrative surrounding the later stages of life, Connolly unveils a blueprint for a compassionate and empowered future.All things M.T. Connolly: https://eldermistreatment.usc.edu/marie-therese-connolly/Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally!How to Connect with JohnWant to uncover your profound sense of Mattering? I provide my master class on five simple steps to achieving it.Want to hear my best interviews? Check out my starter packs on intentional behavior change, women at the top of their game, longevity, and well-being, and overcoming adversity.Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/

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Coming up next on Passion Strike.

0:02.2

We had this victory of longevity that from an evolutionary perspective

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happened in a nanosecond through the accompanying issues that go with that longevity have been both less of a priority and are coming into focus more slowly.

0:18.4

I mean that said it's not a mystery that we're living longer lives. We've known that for a long time and we haven't addressed the workforce issues, the caregiver support issues, the financial issues that accompanied them. One of the big questions that I struggled with was,

0:35.0

why haven't we approached those questions better

0:38.1

because we don't just want time?

0:40.8

We want to be able to live that time well and we're really undermining our own quality of life.

0:46.5

Welcome to Passionstruck.

0:48.0

Hi, I'm your host John R Miles and on the show we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most inspiring people

0:56.2

and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.

1:00.8

Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality

1:05.3

so that you can become the best version of yourself. If you're new to the show,

1:09.5

I offer advice and answer listener questions on Fridays.

1:13.6

We have long form interviews the rest of the week

1:16.2

with guests ranging from astronauts to authors,

1:19.5

CEOs, creators, innovators,

1:22.2

scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes.

1:26.0

Now, let's go out there and become Passion Struck.

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Hello everyone, welcome back to episode 391 of Passionstruct, consistently ranked by Apple as the number one

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alternative health podcast.

1:37.9

And thank you to all of you who come back weekly to listen and learn how to live better,

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be better, and impact the world.

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