In this energising and heartfelt episode, I'm joined by Tony Taylor, a retired entrepreneur turned healthy ageing coach, functional medicine practitioner, and the creator of the 7 Pillars of Ageing Responsibly. After facing the retirement cliff edge head-on, Tony rebuilt his life with purpose, resilience, and a relentless curiosity. Together, we explore what it really means to age well in today’s world, beyond the money talk and the small, intentional choices that lead to a longer, stronger, more connected life.
What You'll Learn:
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Why retirement often starts with confusion, not celebration
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How to build your own "power hour" to set up each day with intention
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The vital difference between lifespan and healthspan
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How to avoid the three silent killers of retirement: complacency, disconnection, and loss of purpose
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Why strength training, sleep, and curiosity may be more important than your pension pot
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The overlooked power of cross-generational relationships
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What resilience really means, and how to build it at any age
Key Topics Covered:
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Tony’s personal story: from business owner to active ageing advocate
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The cliff-edge effect of retirement and how to navigate it
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The 7 Pillars of Ageing Responsibly:
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Sleep
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Resilience
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Purpose
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Complacency
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Strength
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Curiosity
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Connection
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How to rethink your day-to-day structure in retirement
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Why men need to do a better job of building social connections
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Cold showers, olive oil, and “shopping bag carries” as unlikely tools for longevity
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Why mindset is the ultimate muscle to train
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