The Bright Side of Longevity (Hosted by Dr. Roger Landry, MD, MPH)

The Bright Side of Longevity (Hosted by Dr. Roger Landry, MD, MPH)

Welcome to The Bright Side of Longevity. Join Dr. Roger Landry and guests as they discuss the bright side of getting older through healthy longevity. Guided by the research, this lighthearted and educational discussion will leave you with practical tips and ways to impact your lifestyle to brighten life's journey.

Episodes

September 21, 2023 35 mins
Toni Bator is a certified Neurodiversity & Positive Psychology Coach who specializes in enhancing wellbeing and performance for professionals and leaders by addressing stress management, resilience, and burnout prevention. With a diverse client portfolio spanning global industries such as IT, healthcare, finance, and more, Toni has coached luminaries at companies including Slack, Salesforce, Amazon, and Planned Parenthood.

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Susan Spell is a nurse practitioner in Jacksonville, FL, double board certified in family and lifestyle medicine. Her healthcare experience spans almost 30 years the last 17 of which have been as a family nurse practitioner. Susie received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing from UNC Chapel Hill and began her career down the road in Duke University’s Medical Center. These early experiences laid the foundation for he...
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California-born consultant turned photographer Doug Adams began his work on staff at the Peace Corps, where he trained volunteers to prepare for their service in Central and South America. After completing his masters with a specialization in Organizational Behavior from Harvard University, he worked as a consultant with McKinsey & Company in New York and London, Director of Leadership Development at Pepsi Cola Co., and Vice Pr...
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Jeff Shinaman is the Executive Director of the Academy of Lifelong Learning in Saratoga Springs, NY. Jeff previously worked for the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce for nearly two decades as VP for membership & marketing before assuming his role at the Academy for Lifelong Learning in 2013. Today's topic is How to Be a SuperAger in One Easy Step!

Resources:
Academy of Lifelo...
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Today, The Bright Side of Longevity welcomes Dr. Marci Leveridge PhD. Dr. Leveridge has more than 25 years of experience as a psychologist, therapist and coach specializing in relationship, professional development and practical health coaching, including weight loss support and helping clients navigate through challenging life transitions.

Today’s topic is Finding Your Tribe: How Social Connection is the Key to Healthy Longevity. L...
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger and Danielle Palli discuss the three components for better communication among friends, co-workers and romantic partners: interpersonal skills, empathy and social responsibility. They also review Dr. John Gottman's "Four Horsemen" and how criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling can kill a relationship, and share tools for repairing and strengthening partnerships. Tune in and learn ...
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger and Danielle Palli discuss the latest research on happiness and the power of connections. They also talk about love in its many forms and the research surrounding the power of love and how to be a love ally to others.

Resources:

Dr. Sue Johnson on Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ejp4OAk7Oo
Dr. Robert Waldinger on Happiness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IStsehNAOL8
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger and Danielle Palli discuss the nature of fear from a physiological standpoint, as well as how childhood experiences shape our fears. They also share tips for analyzing and adapting our worldview to move from a place of fear to a place of love.

Resources:
Live Long, Die Short: Buy the Book
Coaching with Danielle: www.DaniellePalli.com
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger Landry, MD, MPH and Danielle Palli, NBH-WC discuss why we resist change, and when we make an attempt at change, we sometimes fail. Start the New Year with tips for making lasting changes that stick.

Comments? Email Dr. Roger at: rlandry@mymasterpieceliving.com

Resources:

Live Long, Die Short: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Long-Die-Short-Successful/dp/1626340390

Coaching with Danielle: www.Daniell...
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December 19, 2022 36 mins
Patricia Raskin is a pioneer and trailblazer for positive messaging and she facilitates this work as a trainer, inspiring public speaker, author, entrepreneur, producer, media coach and talk show host. She is also an award-winning radio producer and business owner and she has interviewed over 5,000 people in her career, including experts, authors and celebrities.

Patricia is the host of the new “Positive Aging” podcast series produc...
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger Landry and Danielle Palli discuss the changes facing older adults - particularly women - physically, emotionally and environmentally. The two tackle the tough topics of menopausal transition, gendered ageism, and finding purpose later in life.

Resource:
Honoring the Aging Process Meditation: https://insighttimer.com/daniellepalli/guided-meditations/honoring-the-aging-process
Coaching for Older W...
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In this Bright Side episode, Dr. Roger and Danielle Palli discuss the importance of mindfulness and how it differs from meditation, as well as simple ways to integrate mindfulness into all areas of our lives, including work, play, physical activity, intellectual pursuits, social activities and more.

Resources:
Danielle Palli on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/daniellepalli
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Harriet Hodgson has been a freelance, award-winning writer for more than 40 years and is the author of 45 books. Hodgson is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and Minnesota Coalition for Death Education and Support. In addition, she is a Contributing Writer for the Caregiver Space website, the Assistant Editor of the Open to Hope Foundation website, and contributor to The Grief Toolbox website. She is also a mem...
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Neal Miller is the Lifestyle & Healthcare Advisor at Maxwell Group – The Stratford. As an experienced leader, consultant, and coach in the senior living industry, he has partnered with numerous organizations nationwide to help communities create a custom-tailored plan for creating an environment which promotes health, happiness, and longevity for all residents. Neal is committed to the mission of changing the perception of senior l...
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Leslie Clark joins Dr. Roger & Friends to discuss part one of our two-part series: What the New Older Adult Wants — Myth-Busting Senior Living. Leslie is the Sales Director at Masterpiece and has more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality and senior living industries. In this special Bright Side episode, Leslie shares what's missing in the sales process and messaging, and how to better serve older adults through inclusiven...
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Maestro David Dworkin returns to the Bright Side to share stories about the impact of music on the mind, body, and spirit. In Part 3 of this series, Dr. Roger, Maestro David, and Danielle share stories and research on the power of movement and music.

Resources:
Conductorcise: http://conductorcise.com
Sample Conductorcise Virtual Classes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Conductorcise
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Maestro David Dworkin returns to the Bright Side to share stories about the impact of music on the mind, body, and spirit. Maestro David has led orchestras across America and abroad and taught people of all ages. Today, he combines his lifelong passion for conducting, performing, educating, and physical fitness through his innovative and award-winning program: Conductorcise.

Resources:
Conductorcise: http://conductorcise.com
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We know that dance is a good physical activity and just plain fun, but it turns out, it's got surprising benefits that go well beyond the basics. In addition to aerobic fitness, dancing can positively impact all of our senses and lead to better cognitive health, while also reducing stress and depression and connecting us to others.

In this Bright Side Episode, Dr. Roger and Danielle are joined by Masterpiece Content Specialist and ...
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Linda Sasser earned her Ph.D. from the University of Colorado, where she conducted her dissertation research on memory. As a professor on both the graduate and undergraduate faculty of Wheaton College and Judson University, she taught educational and cognitive psychology, among other courses. For her sabbatical research, she conducted a national survey on brain health.

As a national speaker Dr. Sasser presents on topics including br...
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Linda Sasser earned her Ph.D. from the University of Colorado, where she conducted her dissertation research on memory. As a professor on both the graduate and undergraduate faculty of Wheaton College and Judson University, she taught educational and cognitive psychology, among other courses. For her sabbatical research, she conducted a national survey on brain health.

As a national speaker, Dr. Sasser presents on topics including b...
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