Longevity Science Without the Fear or Bullshit | Dr. Kerry Burnight

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<p dir="ltr">An expert in Gerontology shares the four core habits for aging well.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://drkerryburnight.com/">Dr. Kerry Burnight</a> is a gerontologist, caregiver advocate, and founder of the Gerontology Institute at UC Irvine. Her new book, <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Joyspan-Science-Thriving-Lifes-Second/dp/1546007350?adgrpid=180038477402&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=748008426858&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10043822493591370295&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9198314&hvtargid=dsa-2414841786406&hydadcr=&mcid=&hvocijid=10043822493591370295--&hvexpln=67&tag=googhydr-20&hvsb=Religion_d&hvcampaign=dsadesk"> Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half</a>, offers a practical framework for aging not just longer, but better. </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Misconceptions about the aging process</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"> The anti-aging industry and what it gets wrong</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Four core habits for aging well </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to  diversify your "social portfolio"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Coping strategies for adapting in the face of change</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The key question to ask yourself if you want to live a longer and happier life</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"> The strengths that come with age </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Tools for navigating inevitable psychological dips </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And much more</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan's online community <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Dr. Burnight's social: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/the_gerontologist/reels/?hl=en">@the_gerontologist</a></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Tickets are now on sale for a special live taping of the 10% Happier Podcast with guest Pete Holmes! Join us on November 18th in NYC for this benefit show, with all proceeds supporting the New York Insight Meditation Center. Grab your tickets <a href= "https://www.nyimc.org/event/great-cosmic-joke/">here</a>!</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Tickets are now available for an intimate live event with Dan on November 23rd as part of the Troutbeck Luminary Series. Join the conversation, participate in a guided meditation, and ask your questions during the Q&A. Click <a href= "https://troutbeck.com/culture/luminaries-series-conversation-meditation-with-dan-harris-2025/"> here</a> to buy your ticket!</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Thanks to our sponsors:<br /> <br /> <strong>AT&T</strong>: Staying connected matters. That's why AT&T has connectivity you can depend on, or they will proactively make it right. Visit <a href= "http://att.com/guarantee">att.com/guarantee</a> for details.<br /> <br /> <strong>Northwest Registered Agen</strong>t: Protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Visit <a href= "https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/happierfree">https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/happierfree</a> and start building something amazing.<br /> <br /> <strong id= "docs-internal-guid-cc2b888f-7fff-ac47-f10d-877021cd15e3">HomeServe:</strong> Help protect your home systems and your wallet with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to <a href="http://homeserve.com/">homeserve.com</a> to find a plan that's right for you.</p>