When the pace of life slows and the noise of ambition quells, we begin to notice the difference between loneliness and solitude. 

Loneliness is the ache of absence—the empty chair, the silence when we long for familiar voices.
Solitude, on the other hand, is the comfort of our own company—the gentle pause after a busy life, where memories breathe and small joys shine.

In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with Dr. Anita Goh to distinguish between the experience of loneliness versus solitude and also author and columnist for the Sunday Life Magazine Kerri Sackville about ways to embrace solitude.  Jacinta also visits the Strathmore Mens Shed and chats to elders about how to prepare for being alone and support others who are. 

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When the pace of life slows and the noise of ambition quells, we begin to notice the difference between loneliness and solitude.&nbsp;
Loneliness is the ache of absence&mdash;the empty chair, the silence when we long for familiar voices. Solitude, on the other hand, is the comfort of our own company&mdash;the gentle pause after a busy life, where memories breathe and small joys shine.
In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with Dr. Anita Goh to distinguish between the experience of loneliness versus solitude and also author and columnist for the Sunday Life Magazine Kerri Sackville about ways to embrace solitude. &nbsp;Jacinta also visits the Strathmore Mens Shed and chats to elders about how to prepare for being alone and support others who are.&nbsp;
See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

It’s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.

This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.

The Ageing Ideal podcast launches on Wednesday 12th February! Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode. 

 

 

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The Ageing Ideal

We’re all ageing; it’s one of life’s greatest privileges.

The Ageing Ideal is not just another podcast about ageing. Each episode brings together people from all walks of life, their experience and asks questions to ignite a new conversation about getting older and how we can break down barriers.

We’re delighted to bring you Season Two, where the conversation gets even more interesting.

With our host, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons, we challenge the perception that older people need to be wrapped in cotton wool. We discuss love at any age, grand parenting, the concept of joy and ask the question, what would we say to our younger self in the episode Dear younger me.

Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode!     

 

We&rsquo;re all ageing; it&rsquo;s one of life&rsquo;s greatest privileges.
The Ageing Ideal is not just another podcast about ageing. Each episode brings together people from all walks of life, their experience and asks questions to ignite a new conversation about getting older and how we can break down barriers.
We&rsquo;re delighted to bring you Season Two, where the conversation gets even more interesting.
With our host, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons, we challenge the perception that older people need to be wrapped in cotton wool. We discuss love at any age, grand parenting, the concept of joy and ask the question, what would we say to our younger self in the episode Dear younger me.
Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
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