Lives Well Lived ELLEN LANGER says you need to question everything
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Jul 31, 2025 
Join Ellen Langer, an influential psychologist known for her groundbreaking work on mindfulness and aging. She discusses how challenging societal norms can lead to a more engaged life. Ellen emphasizes the power of choice and belief in health, revealing how perceptions can significantly affect well-being. The conversation also touches on her famous counter-clockwise study that showcased the mind-body connection in the elderly. Langer advocates for embracing individuality and creativity to redefine aging and promote personal happiness.
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Counterclockwise Aging Study
- Elderly men living in a 20-years-past environment improved vision, memory, strength, and appeared younger.
- Mindful environmental framing can meaningfully reverse age-related declines.
Practice Mindful Noticing
- Practice noticing uncertainties and new perspectives regularly to keep your mind engaged and flexible.
- Recognize events as neutral; your interpretation creates stress, so adopt mindful views to reduce it.
Embrace Uncertainty
- Embrace uncertainty as the norm and explore multiple viewpoints to open new possibilities.
- Use this mindset to enhance curiosity and engagement in daily life.
