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What if an Alzheimer's diagnosis doesn't have to mean the end of purpose, connection, and meaningful living - but rather the beginning of a deeper understanding of what truly matters?
With 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older living with Alzheimer's disease - a number expected to reach 13.8 million by 2060 - we often focus on the statistics and the decline. But what about how people are living with this diagnosis? What about the wisdom, growth, and profound insights that can emerge even in the face of cognitive change?
In this episdoe, Dr. Adrienne Youdim sits down with Dr. Gregory Nelson, a leadership expert, speaker, and professional musician who has courageously shifted his life's work to advocacy after receiving his own early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis.
Who is Dr. Gregory Nelson?
- Leadership consultant and coach who worked with major companies including Amazon and Fitbit
- Expert in self-awareness development with decades of experience helping leaders understand themselves
- Advocate for breaking the silence and shame around cognitive decline
What You'll Discover in This Episode:
- How early-stage Alzheimer's can look very different from common misconceptions
- Why vulnerability and openness create more support than silence and hiding
- How a devastating diagnosis can paradoxically become a pathway to deeper self-awareness
Why This Episode Matters:
Whether you're facing cognitive decline yourself, caring for someone with dementia, or simply navigating any major life challenge, this conversation offers a masterclass in how to transform crisis into purpose and fear into connection.
This episode will help you:
- Understand the reality of early-stage Alzheimer's beyond stereotypes and misconceptions
- Learn why shame around cognitive decline hurts both patients and families
- Navigate the balance between planning for the future and staying present
Breaking the Silence:
Dr. Nelson's decision to openly share his journey began with telling his family, expanded to his professional network, and now includes hundreds of LinkedIn followers who find hope and community in his posts.
Dr. Nelson's Mission Statement: "I want to keep showing up. I want to keep gath
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