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Welcome to Growing Older Together, a new short-form podcast hosted by Lourdes Valtierra Dirden that launches on Monday, February 5th. This podcast explores the journey of growing older and its impact on our family, friends, and relationships. The podcast features short stories about people facing challenges and finding the strength to move forward.

Lourdes invites the audience to share their stories and become a part of
the community.

Join the journey on February 5th and if you have any questions, email Lourdes at 2growingolder@gmail.com. Check the show notes for resources and links.

We hope to see you on February 5th!

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In Season One of Growing Older Together, this first episode features Lourdes Valtierra Dirden introducing a series that explores the process of getting older and the valuable lessons that come with it.

She discusses her personal journey of learning and how growing older has changed her view of the world and her relationships.

This first season, titled Echoes of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow, explores how our history shapes our future, with each episode presenting short, meaningful stories.

Lourdes invites listeners to share their own experiences and stories in English or Spanish.

The upcoming episode, When the Past Knocks, will examine why old memories suddenly come back.

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In Episode 2, Lourdes discusses how memories can surprise us and bring up strong feelings like worry, frustration, and anger. This episode examines those moments when old memories resurface and impact our lives now.

By sharing her experience of helping her aging parents and dealing with family challenges, Lourdes provides valuable tips for managing these feelings.

Join Lourdes as she guides us toward a future where we can better manage our reactions and understand ourselves and our loved ones.

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In Episode 3, Lourdes discusses the ups and downs of resilience when facing unexpected challenges.

She shares her personal story of suddenly losing her job in December 2022, a moment that brought a mix of shock and sadness, but also a sense of new beginnings. Lourdes faced the challenge of re-entering a job market that often overlooks older professionals.

Join Lourdes next week as she explores the topic of unresolved feelings.

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In Episode 4, Unresolved Emotions, Lourdes discusses the emotional baggage that accompanies us in later years. Through her story and a look at how these feelings shape our lives, this discussion opens up a conversation on facing and managing emotions we've pushed aside.

Join Lourdes as she explores the path to inner peace, proving it's possible to move forward with hope.

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This special episode, titled Light In The Shadows, is inspired by Lourdes' friend's courageous battle with a serious health condition.

In this episode, Lourdes discusses the health challenges many people tend to keep to themselves. Her personal story prompts a discussion of the invisible struggles within our community, highlighting the strength and resilience found in shared experiences.

This episode is available in Spanish. These stories aren't solely about the difficult times we face; they're about hope and the importance of helping each other feel less alone.

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In Episode 5, The Art of Apology, Lourdes discusses the importance of forgiving yourself, something many people don't think about much. She tells a story from her own life about how hard it can be to see one's worth when facing tough times.

This episode aims to remind listeners that self-forgiveness is an act of kindness we all deserve. Acknowledging our worth and moving forward with compassion and understanding is crucial.

RESOURCES

PDFS TO DOWNLOAD:

* Steps to Self-Forgiveness
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T0w0Xuo1E_pIUdZ_tgkHf_nYyyexxsTQ/view?usp=share_link

* Self-Forgiveness: A Daily Practice
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y0jS8FjK44GFuOurw78r7sp3aZZvkuQH/view?usp=share_link

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In Episode 6, Shadow of Regret, the topic of discussion is regret and how we can learn from it. Lourdes narrates a story from one of her listeners about a difficult decision related to health and the consequences that followed. It's a real-life example highlighting the importance of caring for ourselves.

Join Lourdes next week for the next episode titled, Echoes of Silence, where she will share a personal story about when a family member suddenly stopped talking to her.

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• Subscribe, rate, and share the podcast on your favorite platform
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• Show notes and captions available in English and Spanish
• Find everything here: https://campsite.bio/dirdenblueprint
• Email: podcast@lourdesdirden.com

Thank you for listening and for being here with me.