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Welcome to Growing Older Together, a podcast about the moments and stories that shape us. Each episode is a short, easy listen, where we explore personal experiences. Have you ever thought about how your past has shaped who you are today? Do you find comfort in hearing how others have faced similar challenges? If so, this podcast is for you. In Season One, we looked at how our past influences our future in Echoes of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow. We shared stories of joy, challenges, and the ...
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Send us a text In this episode of Growing Older Together, Lourdes discusses the experience of loneliness—what it means to feel disconnected and how it can impact our lives. Lourdes will share a listener's story about finding comfort in a new companion and offer straightforward advice on reconnecting with yourself and others. Additionally, she will …
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S2 E3 Handling The Fear of Becoming A Burden
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Send us a text In this episode of "Growing Older Together," host Lourdes discusses the common and often unspoken fear of becoming a burden to loved ones as we age. She explores where this fear comes from, shares relatable stories, and offers practical advice on how to address these concerns. By focusing on open communication, planning, and building…
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Send us a text In this episode of "Growing Older Together," host Lourdes addresses common fears about aging, such as losing independence, dealing with health issues, and financial worries. Through personal stories and practical advice, Lourdes explores ways to confront and manage these concerns. Tune in for a discussion that encourages self-care, s…
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Send us a text In the Season 2 premiere of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes explores how our fears shape us and how we can find strength in facing them. This first episode, "Why Fear," launching on the 4th of July, reflects on personal journeys and the importance of supporting each other through life's challenges. Lourdes shares her story of overc…
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S1 Ep 16 Embracing the Past, Shaping the Future
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 16, "Embracing the Past, Shaping the Future," join Lourdes for the final episode of Season One, "Echoes of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow." This special episode wraps up the journey of understanding how our past shapes our present and future. Lourdes shares her personal story and thanks the listeners for their sup…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 15, 'Impacting The Younger Generation' of "Growing Older Together," we discuss the generation gap and its impact on our relationships. Lourdes explores how different age groups think and act, leading to misunderstandings and learning opportunities. The episode also covers the importance of communication and the b…
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S1 Ep 14 Strength and Healing Through Forgiveness
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 14, 'Strength and Healing Through Forgiveness' of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes explores the importance of forgiveness. She shares personal experiences and listener stories, showing how letting go of anger can lead to healing and peace. Lourdes emphasizes that forgiveness is not about excusing wrongdoing but …
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 13, 'When Loss Echoes Through Time' of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes discusses how losing someone or something important affects us as we age. She shares a personal story about the death of her young cousin and how it shaped her understanding of loss. Listeners are encouraged to share their experiences with l…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 12, Embracing New Hobbies and Skills, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes explores the importance of adopting new hobbies and skills at any age, using her experience with powerlifting as a prime example. Despite initial challenges with her knees, she found empowerment and community through her journey. Lourdes e…
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S1 Ep 11 Navigating Relationships and Perspectives
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 11, Navigating Relationships and Perspectives, of "Growing Older Together," we talk about how old fears can shape how we act and connect with people now. We hear from Stephanie, who shares how early experiences of rejection affected her ability to make friends and trust others. Her story encourages us to look at …
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 10, Navigating Uncertainty, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes explores the complex theme of handling uncertainty through her journey over the past few weeks. She discusses the challenges of her health and dealing with family issues and how these experiences have impacted her ability to manage self-doubt and fe…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 9, Echoes of Understanding, of "Growing Older Together," we explore the significance of truly listening to deepen our connections with others. We discuss how active listening—beyond merely hearing words—can transform acquaintances into friends and strengthen existing bonds by engaging with people's emotions and e…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 8, Making New Connections, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes navigates the significant impact of establishing new friendships and rekindling old ones. This episode focuses on how new and revived connections can bring joy, support, and a deep sense of belonging. Through stories shared by listeners, such as Ana’…
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Send us a Text Message. In Season 1, Episode 7, Echoes of Silence, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes talks about coping with the absence of loved ones. She shares her own experience of dealing with the silence that comes after her adult son stopped being a part of her life. She discusses how it changed her and how she's learned to find peace and…
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Send us a text In Episode 6, Shadow of Regret, of "Growing Older Together," the topic of discussion is regret and how we can learn from it. Lourdes narrates a story from one of her listeners about a difficult decision related to health and the consequences that followed. It's a real-life example highlighting the importance of caring for ourselves. …
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 5, The Art of Apology, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes discusses the importance of forgiving yourself, something many people don't think about much. She tells a story from her own life about how hard it can be to see one's worth when facing tough times. This episode aims to remind listeners that self-forgive…
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Send us a text In this special episode, Light In The Shadows, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes talks about the health challenges people often keep to themselves, inspired by a friend's brave fight against a serious health condition. This personal story leads to a discussion on the invisible struggles within our community, emphasizing the streng…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 4, Unresolved Emotions, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes discusses the emotional baggage that accompanies us in later years. Through her story and a look at how these feelings shape our lives, this discussion opens up a conversation on facing and managing emotions we've pushed aside. It's about recognizing th…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 3, Echoes of Resilience, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes explains the ups and downs of resilience when life throws unexpected challenges. Lourdes shares her story of suddenly losing her job in December 2022, a moment that sparked feelings from shock and sadness to a growing sense of a new start. She faced th…
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Send us a text In Season 1, Episode 2, When The Past Knocks, of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes discusses how memories can surprise us and bring up strong feelings like worry, frustration, and anger. "When the Past Knocks" examines those moments when old memories pop up and affect our lives now. Sharing her stories about helping her aging parents…
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Send us a text In Season One of the first episode of "Growing Older Together," Lourdes introduces a series about getting older and the lessons that come with it. This version of the episode includes captions to ensure accessibility for all listeners. Lourdes talks about her learning journey and understanding how getting older has changed her view o…
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Send us a text Welcome to "Growing Older Together," a new podcast hosted by Lourdes that launches on Monday, February 5th. This weekly podcast explores the journey of growing older and its impact on our family, friends, and relationships. The podcast features short and meaningful stories about people facing challenges and finding the strength to mo…
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