#069-I have to admit, as a Geropsychologist who strives toward anti-ageism, when I set out to read Steven Petrow’s new book, STUPID THINGS I WON’T DO WHEN I GET OLD, I was skeptical. I judged the book by its title and doubted that it would match my mission of anti-ageism, but boy was I wrong. Steven Petrow’s new book is a warm and witty journey through aging and the valuable lessons learned along the way.In this podcast episode, Steven and I dive deep into his book and explore:Steven’s journey with agingThe important role of intergenerational relationshipsThe courage to discuss mental health concerns like depression and suicideFinding balance and resilienceEnd of life love lettersHow to respond when someone makes an ageist “gaffe”At the end of this episode, you’ll have more tools for stopping age shaming so that you can enjoy the ride with balance and grace.Click here to visit the show notes page to learn more.Professional? Grab the Mental Health Professional’s Guide to Working with Older AdultsOlder Adult / Family? Download the Memory Loss & Mental Health Guide Help others find this show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you listen to the podcast, or here on i-tunes.--DISCLAIMER: The material on this site is for informational and educational purposes only. Any comments Dr. Koepp may make on the TV Show, blog, or in response to an individual’s story or comments should not be construed as establishing a psychologist-patient relationship between Dr. Koepp and the individual. None of Dr. Koepp's show, website, social media, comments, or group information should be considered a substitute for individualized medical or mental health assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Koepp is only representing herself in her TV Show, blogs, and on her website.