What's one mask you've recognized or are currently recognizing in your own aging journey, and how might letting it go enhance your experience and possibly touch someone else's life? I've worn so many different masks over the years, but have learned that those masks really didn't make my aging experience better, they actually took away from it. In a world where there's so much pressure to be flawless, and not share our pain, or deny aging, and so much more, let's take a stand and peel off the masks we've been groomed to wear in order to meet the expectations of society. You've got the juice being just the way you are. The key is actually believing it and not allowing anyone to change your mind! #Aging #Gerontology #BeYou //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

What is one new perspective that you have gained recently that has enriched your aging experience? For some people, it may feel like the importance of inclusion just became "a thing" in the recent years, but that's not true. It's just there's more coverage about the need for inclusive spaces, and for us to have an open mind when it comes to what makes us all different. Our world is ever-changing, and it's hard to keep up with the constant evolution of language, beliefs, and so much more. But fear not! I'll show you three key ways to gracefully navigate through these changes and foster an open-minded perspective. #Aging #Perspective #gerontology //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

What type of impact has intergenerational relationships had on your aging experience? Intergenerational relationships refer to any form of social interaction between people of different age groups. These relationships can occur in various settings such as families, schools, workplaces, and communities. They can be beneficial for both younger and older individuals as they provide opportunities for learning, mentorship, and mutual support. As we continue aging, there's really no way to avoid being around people of different ages. So, why not connect with people who are younger and older than us?! //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

What is a fear that you've had that ended up with a completely different outcome than what you expected? Fear is something we all may experience from time-to-time, but how often are we challenging the reality of them? Fear of physical decline, fear of falls, fear of getting hurt are all true fears, but the chances of them actually happening the way we expect, or being as bad as we thought may never be the reality. Fear can at times lead to self-fulfilling prophecies, us limiting ourselves, isolation and so many other issues. I encourage us to all challenge fears that pop up in our minds and take the necessary moments to ask ourselves "how likely is this fear to really be my reality?" //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@.gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

How do you navigate through moments when you feel you don’t belong? I wish I could say that I am always 100% confident and always feel that I belong, but that would be the biggest lie! There are moments when I question if I belong in a certain room, stage, or table. Moments like that always lead me back to my self-definition and remembering my purpose and “why.” As we continue aging, it is part of our responsibility to affirm ourselves and remember that we belong! //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@.gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett #belonging #selfreflection #questioningthoughts #lifelessons

What activities or things do you find pleasure in? Pleasure = enjoyment or satisfaction derived from what is to one's liking; gratification; delight. Just took a break to paint my nails - a little self-care goes a long way and is one of my favorite things to do to bring myself some pleasure! One thing I think we can all make note of is that pleasure, whether sexual/non-sexual is very important as we continue aging. It has long-lasting benefits such as stress relief, better mood, and an increase in sleep to name a few. One of the many things I learned from Cole Kampen and Christina Saldanha is that we all deserve pleasure! //Learn about the benefits of pleasure from our Sexual Health series here: https://youtu.be/0fJdQ5_nC-E #Pleasure #Aging #Health #Gerontology #pleasure #paintingnails #fingernailpolish #me-time #selfcare #beautytime #nailart //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@.gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

In what ways can we ensure we are creating spaces where people feel and truly are visible? I have been in so many different spaces where I felt invisible and unheard, and it is not a good feeling. One of the effects of ageism is feelings of invisibility. These feelings are experienced within beauty culture, the workplace and even our families. Unfortunately, age has a lot to do with this and can have an impact on younger and older people. So, what can we do about this? What is our role when opportunities to empower others, and ensure people feel seen and heard come up? ———————————————————————- //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@.gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett

Often we feel that because we haven't used our time wisely, that it is now too late to pursue something, learn something, or even just be. That is not the case, which is the beauty of aging! We may miss opportunities because of how we spend our time, but that doesn't mean more will not come. As we continue aging, it'll be more beneficial if we look at time differently. Focusing on the time we have right now instead of getting caught up on what is no longer! How do you want to spend your time? #aging #Gerontology #gerontologist //CONTACT: For business and sponsorship opportunities ONLY, please email us here: info@.gerowhat.com. //Connect with me: Instagram: @Gero_what Facebook: Gero-what Twitter: @Gerowhat1 Website: www.gerowhat.com //Music: "Tamia" by Cohen "Gametime" Burnett