Diana Percy

Diana Percy, founder of Organization Development Australia and author of *Becoming an Elder*, dives into the transformative journey of elderhood. She emphasizes that aging can bring creativity and a new purpose, separating elderhood from merely being elderly. Percy highlights how awareness of mortality can motivate meaningful action and reshapes priorities towards connection and contribution. She encourages elders to embrace solitude, reassess relationships, and engage in community, noting that joy and humor support a vibrant elder life.