

The Life Review (Connie Zweig, PhD)
8 snips Nov 21, 2024
Connie Zweig, PhD, a therapist and author of The Inner Work of Age, shares transformative insights on aging and identity shifts. She emphasizes the unique opportunity we have to embrace elderhood and the wisdom gained from life reviews. The conversation covers the role of elders in nurturing younger generations and highlights the importance of shadow work in personal growth. Zweig advocates for recognizing the value of older individuals in society, while encouraging rituals that support meaningful transitions throughout life's stages.
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Shadow Dimension of Ageism
- Ageism is partly unconscious, rooted in denial and fears around loss and dependence.
- Inner shadow work adds depth to the positive aging conversation by addressing hidden resistances.
Identity Loss in Aging
- Losing identities like provider or appearance triggers fear as these roles form core self-images.
- Without rites of passage, many face late-life identity crises as these roles fade.
Unique Longevity Opportunity
- Longevity provides an unprecedented opportunity to find the treasure of elder wisdom.
- No prior generation has had this extended time to explore and contribute deeper life purpose.