Aging Greatfully With Holley Kelley

Aging GreatFULLy brings listeners a heartwarming show on an important topic for everyone, especially those who have endured loss of any kind. Join us for “Leave Your Light On: Navigating the Lighthouse of Life After Loss,” as we welcome special guests Shelley Buck, Kathy Curtis and honor the illuminating life of Ryder Buck in this transformative hour that will endear all. This year in particular, has been one where we as a world have endured losses of all kinds and in this episode, our guests share firsthand how to come back out of the dark tunnels of despair from the most devasting losses one can imagine. We also talk about the mysterious emotion grief— and how it can cripple us, empower us, and at times, be a major motivator in what changes us. Kathy and Shelley talk about using the light from our passed loved ones to shape that recovery and how to use it as a tool to live with more energy and purpose. We bring this show to our global family of listeners as we enter the holidays knowing it is a time of cha

In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy we embark on a path alongside our guest, author Judi Miller, and her not-so-ordinary journey of generational and individual healing. For those who have been curious about near-death experiences, past lives, and who have always felt different for reasons you have never understood, this is a must-listen show.Judi Miller was a highly success CPA and corporate finance executive, who unknown to her co-workers, lived with a frightening secret. Throughout her life, Judi always felt different. But she also lived in terror of the night and the possibility of sexual assault continually plagued her, yet she never understood why. Happily married with children, her fears made life a modern-day nightmare, but the mystery as to why haunted her as she knew of nothing in her own personal background that would warrant this constant state of fear she continually faced. Finally, she set out on a quest to unravel the mystery that had such a hold over her life and this ultimately led to an amaz

There are certain diseases commonly referred to as “age-related diseases” but that doesn’t necessarily mean just because you’re growing older, they’re predestined for you. In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy, we welcome Dr. Joe Nieusma, Founder and CEO of Superior Toxicology, for an important conversation about the top ten diseases commonly affecting older adults, the typical prescriptions prescribed, as well as some alternative remedies and natural approaches to help circumvent the affects or even avoid the risks altogether. Dr. Joe encourages us to adopt healthy lifestyle approaches early and reminds us that the little things we do can make a big difference in our health. One thing is certain, we learn that it’s never too late to begin positive and healthy habits in the right direction. And the more we know, the better decisions we can make regarding our own health and wellness. We don’t have a crystal ball to forecast the future. But we can certainly implement a positive mindset, good habits, well care, a

In this captivating episode of Aging GreatFULLy everyone will be inspired to accept Mother Nature’s standing invitation to join her in the Great Outdoors as we welcome author of Journeys North: The Pacific Crest Trail, Barney Scout Mann. His stories will enthrall all, whether you are already addicted to the outdoors, newly ushered into the ranks of walkers, simply enjoy neighborhood strolls, or only dream of breathtaking vistas, you will be inspired to take a hike! One resonating message Barney Scout Mann has for everyone, hiking is no longer just for hikers!In this wild meets the Breakfast Club adventure, Barney shares one unfolding adventure after the other as he and his wife Sandy, (“Frodo”) and four others hike more than 2500 miles from Mexico to Canada. Through challenges, sacred moments and gripping tales, one thing is certain in the end, anything can happen out there … and it often does. Barney Scout Mann shares candidly how “out there” things become different, why hikers get trail names, dangers of th

Join this Aging GreatFULLy power-hour of enlightYOUment as we welcome guest, Dr. Thelma Reese, co-author of How Seniors Are Saving the World, for an empowering dialogue on how older adults are also some of today’s boldest experts, activists and leaders! In her book, co-authored with BJ Kittredge, they share inspiring true stories of seniors working with vigor and purpose. And they argue that instead of thinking of the 60’s and beyond as the twilight years, that instead, this is the time to shine in the spotlight and take your stage! Tune into this inspiring episode as Reese shares why retirement should be UNretirement, why exiling seniors to nursing homes is not only dangerous, it’s our loss, how volunteerism is being transformed by older adults and how purpose and meaning are recharging love and intimacy for seniors. We even unpack in great detail the damaging ramifications of ageism—both how it’s not only counterproductive as a society—but how it insidiously makes its way into our own lives in ways we may n

We’re all growing older, so why not be experts at this thing we’re so fortunate to be able to do! But society more often urges us to fight aging rather than embrace it. We are discouraged from slowing down, implored to keep our wrinkles at bay, and pressured to be “productive” in our retirement.But as today’s special guest, psychologist Dr. Charles Garfield, asserts in his new book, Our Wisdom Years: Growing Older with Joy, Fulfillment, Resilience and No Regrets, the later years are not defined by success and self-mastery like they are for young adults. Rather, those entering their sixties find that, instead of anxiously asking, “Do I have what it takes to complete?” they find themselves wondering, “Do I have what it takes to lead a fulfilling life.”As founder of the Shanti Project, an internationally honored volunteer organization dedicated to the care of the dying, Dr. Garfield is very well acquainted with this shift from “success thinking” to “legacy thinking”. In later years, the drive to keep accomplish

We have no way of knowing how many days of grand living we’ll be gifted. We’ve certainly become inured to the reality that life discloses our experiences moment by moment in real-time and it is up to us to determine how we choose to finesse all the “whatisness” life brings our way. In this authentically captivating episode of Aging GreatFULLy, we welcome the founding editor of Creative Nonfiction magazine, and architect of the genre, Lee Gutkind, author and editor of more than thirty books. He’s appeared on many national radio and television shows, including The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Good Morning America, and National Public Radio’s All Things Considered. Even before Lee Gutkind was spotlighted in Vanity Fair Magazine in 1997 as “the Godfather behind creative nonfiction” he was its most active advocate and practitioner. In 1991, he founded Creative Nonfiction, the first and the largest literary journal to publish narrative/creative nonfiction exclusively. All the while, Gutkind continued to practice wh

It’s important to make good decisions with regard to our heath and well being but sometimes that’s easier said than done. The choices and information in the world today are abundant and overwhelming. In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy we sort some things out as we welcome Dr. Joe Nieusma who recognizes that with regard to better health, we’re often left confused and with more questions than answers. Dr. Nieusma provides solutions to our medical questions, giving us back the power of our own health. Dr. Joe is a fearless CEO and Chief Toxicologist at Superior Toxicology & Wellness, and International scientific consulting firm that he founded. For the past thirty years he has been active in toxicology research. In this must-listen episode we take a deep dive into prescriptions, polypharmacy, ailments verses treatments, our body’s incredible ability to self-heal, drug side-effects, the toll of oxidative stress, how to increase longevity and live longer and so much more! We’ll also talk about why so many peo

Join the power-hour of enlightYOUment this week as we welcome Dr. John Gray, author of the most well-known and trust relationship book of all time, Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus. USA Today listed his book as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter century and it was the #1 best-selling book of the 1990’s. Dr. Gray’s books are translated into approximately 45 languages in more than 100 countries, and they continue to be best-sellers. In this Aging GreatFULLy episode, we get answers to the questions you have from beginning to end! Dr. Gray shares what women WANT most and what men VALUE most (no, it’s not what you think). We also gain more insight into the sacred nature of a man's cave! And how sometimes with ladies, less can be more!This powerful hour explores relationship nuances and how they can evolve as we grow older, including the role male and female hormones play into this dynamic. And, yes, I ask the question to the relationship expert himself, just to set the record strai

We love our parents! But do you ever worry about yours as they grow older? Or even your own future aging circumstances? Providing support to a loved one can seem overwhelming and you’re not alone if you find yourself in this role currently.According to Pew Research’s 2015 data, there are 40.4 million unpaid caregivers of adults ages 65 and older in the United States. Of that group, nine-in-ten are providing care for an aging relative, and a plurality is caring for a parent, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.What if there was an ebb and flow to caregiving and time spent supporting and nurturing loved ones was redirected to its fullest potential while still allowing time for ourselves? What if caring for aging parents was an art?In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy we welcome author and physical therapist, Teresa Moerer, who faced similar challenges when caring for her parents and patients. She also knows the joys of success as she assists people to achieve their optimal potential. In fact, s

Boom! This show opens with a colossal KaBoom – or make that KABOOMER! Yep, you read that right, KABOOMER may not be in the Oxford English or Websters dictionary, but make no mistake about it, it’s a word the Aging GreatFULLy show is delighted to not only recognize, but also embrace.Join this FUNtabulous episode as we welcome David Emerson Frost, a NFPT- certified Master Fitness Trainer, a rowing coach, champion competitor and award-winning adjunct professor. He’s also the author of the new release, KABOOMER: Thriving and Striving Into Your Nineties. KABOOMER is a jam-packed, you-can-do-it handbook that guides readers with awesome habits for strength training and stamina activities. And that’s definitely what Dave Frost is on a mission to not only do himself, but shepherd others into doing the same…and then some!Dave Frost earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the US Naval Academy, and his Master of Systems Management degree from University of South California. He also gained post-graduate education at th

In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy we embark on a real-life journey where dreams that once felt forever on hold were surprisingly discovered taking the path less traveled. Guest Rebecca Bea Thompson, experienced speaker, writer, consultant, facilitator and coach shares her chronicle of personal courage and spiritual expansion that defies conventional wisdom. Frustrated by her (now ex-) husband’s increasing alcoholism, Rebecca embarked on a healing journey which led her to explore a variety of spiritual practices. Following years of spousal devotion and co-dependency, she eventually learned how to love herself, and found freedom from a situation in which she thought she was stuck. From engineer skeptic, she made a fascinating right turn, and discovered a new lens on life. Along the way, she became a Reiki master, certified Crystal Therapist and Shamanic coach, and incorporates these areas of expertise into her consulting and coaching practice. But it’s her talks with the moon that will intrigue many. In her n

Who would like to finish the 2020 year healthier than it began? This year has undoubtedly been an unprecedented era for everyone! But what if we used this occasion to make it an unparalleled year for ourselves too? What if we decided to challenge ourselves towards improved wellness? Today’s Aging GreatFULLy welcomes special guest Thom King to talk not only about his journey to a more fit and healthier life, but how he’s dedicated to helping others do the same. Enjoy this incredible hour as we clear up many of the confusions we face as we aspire towards greater health and well-being.Part CEO, part personal development wonk, and part biohacker info geek, King is a self-confessed serial entrepreneur. He’s also the author of the Amazon Best-Selling book, Guy Gone Keto: How to Lose Weight, Feel Great and Achieve Lifelong Fitness. Join this enlightening, fun and educational conversation, as we take a deep dive into the nuances of the food industry, talk about the confusion consumers face with misinformation and cha

We’re hitting the highway this week on Aging GreatFULLy on a virtual road trip packed with adventure living, full steam ahead! Join us for this inspiring episode as we talk all things passion-driven living with guest Kathleen Sinclair, who’s on a mission to challenge “the heck” out of aging! Kathleen earned her Master’s Degree at age 60, joined the Peace Corps at 63 years young, and now travels throughout the United States with her trailer in tow! Her passion? Motivating people to live a purposeful second half of their lives and re-frame how we view aging!In this fun-filled episode, we ask listeners to “rise” to the occasion called life. And how in times of “less than,” we can actually enjoy more. You’ll learn what Kathleen means by “Life Giving” and talk about why she isn’t ready to answer the question, “What does she want to be when she grows up?”... because at age 75, she’s just not ready to do that yet! Her goals instead are, in her words, “to plan on living to be holy sh** old!” You won’t have to look t

Get ready to set your Aging GreatFULLy compass to destination: Well-Celebrated Living!Join the power-hour of enlightenment as host Holley Kelley spends the hour talking about how to keep our compass focused on our True North. The goal of Aging GreatFULLy is to experience life to the fullest, and Kelley shares some simple ways to tap into the awesome wisdom acquired of our future elder self --and use it now to navigate forward in the present. She invites all listeners on an exercise that truly reveals that more often than not, the answers we seek already lie in us. The hour also focuses on a topic all too real – life’s winding road of the great unknown! We never know what life will throw our way, but as Kelley says, when we’re centered in our Aging GreatFULLy ideals, we can return to sender and weather any storm that comes our way!From life’s happiest of celebrations to occasions of challenge, Kelley shares how it’s really just part of the ebb and flow of life – and how capable we are to see each experience t

In this episode of Aging GreatFULLy we welcome one of the world’s top transformational leaders, speakers, and bestselling authors to help each of us tune into our Frequency of FabYOUlous!Special guest Marie Diamond is a renowned voice on Law of Attraction, she is a ‘Seer’ in a modern context and the only European star featured in the worldwide phenomenon, The Secret, and also a leading thought leader in the movie, How Thoughts Become Things.Listeners will embark on an engaging and inspiring hour as Diamond imparts her uniquely incredible wisdom towards achieving Magical Living! Learn how her journey towards this area of work began very early in life for her, and ever since, Diamond has been on a path to share her sparkle and shimmer with all! Through her intuitive knowledge of Energy and the Law of Attraction, paired with her studies of Quantum Physics, Meditation, Feng Shui, and Dowsing, Diamond brings her practices together to transform the success, relationships and inspirations of individuals, organizati

"Unbounded: Journey to Your Within!" This week's Aging GreatFULLy with special guest, author, speaker Aaron McCormick!Tune in to his inspiring and true story of how even when all the odds are stacked against you, your inner spirit has the ability to prevail, ushering you to unparalleled success so you can then light the path for others to do the same!By all rights, Aaron McCormick should have been a casualty of his upbringing, "destined," as he says, "to be crippled by almost every externally imposed and there for, self-imposed limitation you could imagine." Raised on the south side of Chicago, in poverty by a single mother with no education, deserted by a father who was likely an undiagnosed bi-polar schizophrenic, and tightly controlled by an extreme fundamentalist religion that allowed no personal freedom whatsoever, including getting a college education or playing sports, Aaron ultimately defied those expectations of failure. In fact, he succeeded spectacularly. With no college education, beginning is his

What would you do if you were prompted to go in for medical tests only to have the doctor tell you to “Get your affairs in order!”? That was the beginning of an emotional and mysterious roller-coaster for today’s Aging GreatFULLy guest, Dr. Allen Lycka, whose life drastically changed when he suddenly developed a foot drop while visiting Disneyland with his wife and young daughter in 2003. Following a battery of tests, he was told he had ALS (Lou Gherig’s disease). But something didn’t feel right about this news he had been given, thus the Turning Point in his life, and he was not willing to accept or give in to the death sentence imposed on him by the doctor. So, he persistently searched for an alternative—and uncover the correct—diagnosis. And he eventually found it.Join the power-hour of enlightenYOUment to hear this fascinating story of trusting your intuition and never giving up and how that very relentlessness can lead you down a path of pursuing a future you never imagined or envisioned! Tune in to hear

In this powerful episode of Aging GreatFULLy, the spotlight is on YOU amazing listeners! We invite you to Reignite Your Authentic Self! Host Holley Kelley shares in her opening monologue, it’s easy to get off path sometimes in life but this show definitely holds the map to your authenticity. Akin to silver losing its lustrous shine over time, something similar can happen to us throughout life. This show is all about bringing back the lustrous and original shine that resides in each of us as we welcome special guest, Meagan Fettes, best-selling author, speaker, creator of Rise Yoga School, RISE Entrepreneur Center and Entrepreneur Fit and featured thought leader in the movie How Thoughts Become Things. Meagan leads us on a fascinating and soul-enriching conversation on journeying towards living in authenticity. From Yoga philosophy, visualization, meditation, to Universal Laws, Laws of Attraction and even the power of choice, this show will transcend how you view your everyday thought patterns and empower you

Healing, hope and clarity seem to be valued and needed more now than ever before. Who would have ever known our world could have changed to the unbelievable degree that it has? Actually, today’s Aging GreatFULLy guest, Dr. Julie Krull isn’t too surprised by what’s going on in the world. In her most timely book, written well before this all happened, Fractured Grace: How To Create Beauty, Peace and Healing for Yourself and the World, a 2019 Nautilus Grand and Gold Award Winner and a #1 International Best-Selling Book in Seven Categories, she speaks to the heart of many of the matters we’re facing globally. Fractured Grace is a prescription for individual and collective healing – a resounding call for wholeness in today’s escalating state of chaos, separation and fear. With a unique and intimate journey into the author’s own healing process, from an early childhood Near-Death Experience to a freak accident with several broken bones, you are invited to step outside of an outdated worldview to crate more beauty,