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Season 3, Episode 18: Staying Active + Vibrant in Your Golden Years with Kathleen Rafaat
Tired of the media portraying health and wellness as exclusive to the young? We are too! In this episode, we challenge the narrative and get real about thriving in our later years.
This week's guest, Kathleen Rafaat, is a force of nature – a meditation, yoga, and breathwork instructor, Ayurvedic counselor, cancer survivor, former Iron Man triathlete, and even a 2023 New York Fashion Week model. And guess what? She's 72 years young!
Join us as we chat with this inspirational woman about:
- Maintaining an active and fulfilling lifestyle as we age
- The power of alternative wellness practices for longevity
- How to overcome health challenges and emerge even stronger
- Redefining what it means to be healthy and empowered at any age
This episode is packed with actionable tips and a powerful message: age is just a number. Get ready to be motivated and inspired to embrace your golden years with vitality and joy!
Episode links:
- Kathleen Rafaat: Instagram
- Buddhi Yoga La Jolla: Website | Instagram
- KPBS | Where's My Village video series
- Children First Collective San Diego
- Where to Find Postpartum Support in San Diego
- San Diego Postpartum Health Alliance
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