Pro Aging - einfach gut altern mit Bestseller-Autorin Ildikó von Kürthy

Many women feel pressure: ideally, to stay forever young—and if absolutely necessary, to at least behave "age-appropriately." But what does that even mean? And why are we so afraid of being considered old? In this episode, I talk with Ildikó von Kürthy about aging as a space for shaping one's life, about dignity that arises from self-acceptance, about curiosity as a way of life, and about humor as perhaps the most elegant form of inner freedom. Ildikó is a bestselling author, journalist, and one of the most astute observers of everyday life. With honesty, curiosity, and subtle wit, she shows that every year of life is not a loss, but rather a source of depth, clarity, and the chance to create a more confident self. ✨ "Glow Up Your Life" is my podcast for all women in midlife who want to age gracefully, honestly, and with ease. New every Monday – with exciting guests, personal stories, and honest conversations about what truly moves us. 💌 Guest requests, collaborations & feedback: [email protected] | Subject: Glow 🎙 A production of FLOWmediacompany GmbH, in cooperation with glow25. For glow25 products: 🛒 Click here on the link to the shop and secure your exclusive 20% discount | Code: glowupyourlife20 Links to the podcast | Host | Guests: https://linktr.ee/podcastglowupyourlife Katja Burkard: https://www.instagram.com/katja_burka... Ildikó von Kürthy:   / ildikovonkuerthy   🎧Chapter Markers 0:00-Intro & Welcome 2:13-Introducing Ildikó von Kürthy 2:37-The Process of Aging 4:00-What's Better at 58? 5:45-Reconciled with Aging 6:45-Are We Lacking Female Role Models? 8:01-What Does "Old" Actually Mean? 10:05-Old = Limited? 12:15-Is Beauty a Thing of the Past? 14:47 - Do I have to find myself beautiful? 17:28 - Self-attachment & arriving at oneself 18:55 - Being privileged & still fighting 20:31 - Resigned maturity & acceptance 22:06 - Experience vs. speed 23:27 - Menopause & pressure to perform 25:00 - Shame for the shame 27:31 - Wacken adventure 29:18 - Germany's Next Top Model 31:41 - Old enough for flat shoes 32:27 - Becoming precise & setting boundaries 34:56 - Staying polite & still being clear 37:32 - Humorous salvation? 39:02 - Talking openly about panic attacks 41:03 - Instagram & authenticity 42:01 - Katja's three learnings 44:01 - Outro & farewell