The Retirement Café Podcast – 186: Thinking your way to lasting health, with Professor Ellen Langer

Do you believe you can heal faster just by tricking your brain?

Could you lose weight with only a change of mindset? 


Could you think yourself into being younger? 


Can the power of your thoughts defy ageing?

In short, have you ever wondered if you could improve your health by harnessing the power of your mind?

When it comes to our health, too many of us feel trapped by a medical diagnosis, believing that it can only mean a static or worsening condition. Whether it is stiff knees, frayed nerves or failing eyesight, your mind can lead you to believe things will only get worse. But this week’s guest has proven through decades of scientific research that with practical steps you can take control of your mindset, by using your thoughts and perspective to help improve your wellbeing.

Award-winning social psychologist Professor Ellen Langer has been studying the connection between the mind and body for over 4 decades as an esteemed psychologist at Harvard. Known as the "mother of mindfulness”, she is the author of 13 books, including her most recent release Mindful Body - Thinking Our Way to Lasting Health, which will help you navigate a path to improved health and wellbeing.

We also explore the concept of risk as a personal phenomenon and its impact upon how we approach retirement planning.

USEFUL LINKS

Buy ‘The Mindful Body’ on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ncd8QU 
Professor Langer’s website: https://www.ellenlanger.me/ 
Professor Langer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellenjlanger/ 
Professor Langer on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ellenjl 
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