262: Learning to Age Gratefully with Heather Creekmore

The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle

Hormones. Wrinkles. Getting older isn’t for sissies, right? If you’re ready for a new perspective on aging, you’ll love today’s episode on aging gratefully and aging gracefully. We’re chatting with my friend and body image coach Heather Creekmore on finding the humor in aging (and the blessings) even through perimenopause and our changing bodies. Tons of laughter in this episode with a fresh take on how we as Christian women can feel confident and comfortable in our own skin through mid-life changes.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:40] Have You Noticed Changes in Your Body?

[09:22] Our Culture Reinforces The Message That Aging Is Bad

[15:10] The Mental Shift to FInd Gratitude in Aging

[22:42] Are You in a “Sandwich” Life Season--Called to Help Aging Parents While Still Caring for Children at Home?

[26:00] “There is No Prize For Being a Martyr – Neither Here nor in Heaven”

[29:41] When We Have Grateful Hearts, Our Tendency to Compare Diminishes

[33:27] Alicia’s Reflections: Do You Desire Support As You Walk Through Life Changes?

RESOURCES:

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