Ep 83 - The 7 Pillars of Aging Responsibly with Tony Taylor
In this energising and heartfelt episode, I'm joined by Tony Taylor, a retired entrepreneur turned healthy ageing coach, functional medicine practitioner, and the creator of the 7 Pillars of Ageing Responsibly. After facing the retirement cliff edge head-on, Tony rebuilt his life with purpose, resilience, and a relentless curiosity. Together, we explore what it really means to age well in today’s world, beyond the money talk and the small, intentional choices that lead to a longer, stronger, more connected life.
What You'll Learn:Why retirement often starts with confusion, not celebration
How to build your own "power hour" to set up each day with intention
The vital difference between lifespan and healthspan
How to avoid the three silent killers of retirement: complacency, disconnection, and loss of purpose
Why strength training, sleep, and curiosity may be more important than your pension pot
The overlooked power of cross-generational relationships
What resilience really means, and how to build it at any age
Key Topics Covered:Tony’s personal story: from business owner to active ageing advocate
The cliff-edge effect of retirement and how to navigate it
The 7 Pillars of Ageing Responsibly:
Sleep
Resilience
Purpose
Complacency
Strength
Curiosity
Connection
How to rethink your day-to-day structure in retirement
Why men need to do a better job of building social connections
Cold showers, olive oil, and “shopping bag carries” as unlikely tools for longevity
Why mindset is the ultimate muscle to train
Resources & Mentions:Tony’s blog: Aging Responsibly
Book: The Sleep Book by Dr. Guy Meadows
Mentioned: Eckhart Tolle – The Power of Now
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