Surfing at 87, Writing at 91: James Flaherty’s Rules for Life
The Midlife Chrysalis Podcast
2,726 views
At 91, James Flaherty isn’t slowing down. He’s still writing, creating, learning, and planning what comes next.
A former advertising executive, entrepreneur, innkeeper, and author who wrote five books in his 80s, James joins Chip Conley to share what nine decades of living have taught him about aging well and staying fully engaged with life.
In this episode, James shares:
Stay useful, not youthful. Growing older brings experience and wisdom that can be put to work for others.
Always have a reason to wake up. Purpose, goals, and new projects keep life moving forward at every age.
Never stop learning. Curiosity opens new doors and gives you opportunities to keep growing and discovering new parts of yourself.
Stay connected. Community, friendship, and being present for others become even more important as we age.
Help someone today. Small acts of kindness and service can make someone else’s life better while giving greater meaning to your own.
Watch the full episode for an inspiring perspective on longevity, purpose, and making every stage of life count.
Timestamps:
00:00 Meet James Flaherty
03:06 Writing Five Books in His 80s
05:21 James' Early Life and Career
08:20 Moving to Argentina
10:30 A 47-Year Partnership
15:36 Caring for a Partner With Dementia
18:37 What Gets Better With Age
21:16 The Wisdom That Comes With Age
23:33 James' Longevity Recipe
26:57 How to Find Your Purpose
28:39 Four Pathways to Purpose
33:45 Advice for Younger Generations
34:39 Help Someone Today
38:12 What James Still Wants to Do
Learn more about MEA at https://www.meawisdom.com/
#HealthyAging #Longevity #Purpose #AgingWell #ActiveAging #Midlife #LifeAfter50 #PositiveAging #HealthyLongevity #PersonalGrowth #Wisdom #FindingPurpose #SuccessfulAging #JamesFlaherty #ChipConley
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Surfing at 87, Writing at 91: James Flaherty’s Rules for Life
The Midlife Chrysalis Podcast
2,726 views
At 91, James Flaherty isn’t slowing down. He’s still writing, creating, learning, and planning what comes next.
A former advertising executive, entrepreneur, innkeeper, and author who wrote five books in his 80s, James joins Chip Conley to share what nine decades of living have taught him about aging well and staying fully engaged with life.
In this episode, James shares:
Stay useful, not youthful. Growing older brings experience and wisdom that can be put to work for others.
Always have a reason to wake up. Purpose, goals, and new projects keep life moving forward at every age.
Never stop learning. Curiosity opens new doors and gives you opportunities to keep growing and discovering new parts of yourself.
Stay connected. Community, friendship, and being present for others become even more important as we age.
Help someone today. Small acts of kindness and service can make someone else’s life better while giving greater meaning to your own.
Watch the full episode for an inspiring perspective on longevity, purpose, and making every stage of life count.
Timestamps:
00:00 Meet James Flaherty
03:06 Writing Five Books in His 80s
05:21 James' Early Life and Career
08:20 Moving to Argentina
10:30 A 47-Year Partnership
15:36 Caring for a Partner With Dementia
18:37 What Gets Better With Age
21:16 The Wisdom That Comes With Age
23:33 James' Longevity Recipe
26:57 How to Find Your Purpose
28:39 Four Pathways to Purpose
33:45 Advice for Younger Generations
34:39 Help Someone Today
38:12 What James Still Wants to Do
Learn more about MEA at https://www.meawisdom.com/
#HealthyAging #Longevity #Purpose #AgingWell #ActiveAging #Midlife #LifeAfter50 #PositiveAging #HealthyLongevity #PersonalGrowth #Wisdom #FindingPurpose #SuccessfulAging #JamesFlaherty #ChipConley