Aging Boldly

Why Aging Boldly Matters to Me

I should probably start with a confession: I am not a wellness guru. I have never been an athlete. I have super short tendons in my legs and cannot for the life of me touch my toes without bending my knees. But I do read the health books, listen to the podcasts, and absorb the science. (Then I do about fifty percent of what I should to achieve the results I want.) So if you’re looking for someone who has it all figured out, I’m not that person.

Resource Library

Books and podcasts that have shaped how I think about the second half of life. Not a complete list. A starting one.

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A note on starting

If you are not sure where to begin: read Next Level. Listen to one Mel Robbins episode with a guest you recognize. Walk into your next doctor’s appointment with three questions you didn’t have before. That is enough for now. The point is not to read everything. The point is to start hearing your body and the science around it as a conversation you are part of — not a verdict that has already been delivered.

I add to this list as I find things that change me. If you have read or heard something that belongs here, I would love to hear about it. — Shara

Curated Resources

Podcasts

These are the voices that keep me company on forest walks, in the kitchen, in the next chapter.

Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

Mel covers a wide range of topics; her episodes on women’s health, menopause, mindset, and aging well are highlights.

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Steven Bartlett

The Diary of a CEO

Long-form interviews with experts in health and science, featuring standout episodes on women’s health and longevity.

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Steven Bartlett & Dr. David Sinclair

Can Aging Be Reversed?

A recent, accessible David Sinclair interview offers a clear introduction to his ideas without requiring the full book.

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Selene Yeager (Feisty Menopause)

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Yeager’s episodes provide approachable insights on menopause and health, perfect for busy listeners.

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Dr. Mary Claire Haver

The Dr. Mary Claire Haver Show

Haver provides practical guidance and expert advice on evolving menopause science and healthy aging.

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Emma Grede & Bobbi Brown

Selling Your Name, Getting Fired, and Starting Over

Bobbi built a billion-dollar brand, was fired from it, and at 62, started anew with Jones Road.

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Eleanor Mills

Eleanor Mills

The Queenager with Eleanor Mills

Hosted by Eleanor Mills, The Queenager redefines midlife for women over 45, celebrating reinvention and empowerment.

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Glossary of Terms

The essential vocabulary of vitality

A B  C  D  E  F G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X Y  Z

A

Anterior Midcingulate Cortex

B

Bioidentical Hormones
Bone Density
Blue Zones

C

Creatine
Cognitive Decline

D

Dementia

H

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Healthspan

I

Inflammation (acute vs. chronic)

L

Lifespan

M

Menopause
MHT (Menopause Hormone Therapy)
Microbiome

N

Neuroplasticity

0

Osteopenia / Osteoporosis

P

Postmenopause
Perimenopause
Protein — grams per pound (or kilogram)
Pro-Aging

R

Resistance Training

S

Sarcopenia
Senescence