Intelligence Squared Eighty Is The New Thirty: A Guide To Getting Older, PART 1
Mar 13, 2020
Join neuroscientist Daniel Levitin, author of "The Changing Mind," and journalist Camilla Cavendish as they challenge stereotypes about aging. They discuss how the new 'young-old' are defying mental decline, emphasizing brain health through practical habits. Forgetfulness is debunked as a universal experience rather than a sign of deterioration. The duo also highlights the benefits of learning from multi-generational wisdom and how gratitude and sleep can enhance emotional well-being, proving that age can be a time of opportunity.
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Memory and Aging
- Memory decline in old age is a myth, as seen in lost keys.
- Older adults blame age, while younger adults attribute it to other factors.
Aging Effects
- Physical attributes like strength, bone mass, and muscle mass decline with age.
- Processing speed slows after 40, but pattern recognition and empathy improve.
Multi-Generational Teams
- Multi-generational teams combine younger people's dynamism with older people's experience.
- Older people are better at conflict resolution and predicting outcomes.
