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  • Episode 6 - The Hardest Goodbye and… A Compassionate Vet

    Episode 6 - The Hardest Goodbye and… A Compassionate Vet
    2024/11/19
    It’s never easy to say goodbye to a beloved pet. The passing of a pet is like a family member. Our pets give us so much love and joy, but sadly their lives are shorter than ours. We can try and not think about it, but there will be a time when our pet’s pain and suffering comes to an end. Our guest, the compassionate vet, Dr Mila Kasby has worked as a small animal veterinarian for over 20 years. She travelled extensively, working in England for 5 years before returning to Australia where she and her husband Matt (also a veterinarian) run their family-owned practice, Great Western Animal Hospital in Western Sydney. Mila feels it is so important that vet visits are as stress free and as enjoyable as possible for patients and their families so the team at Great Western are all Fear Free Certified and use techniques that care for pets emotional as well as their physical well-being. Mila has worked as a volunteer with Vets for Climate Action, helping to develop a sustainability program for veterinarians and is currently working as a volunteer wildlife veterinarian. She recently joined her local RFS brigade so that she can better assist with wildlife rescue in the event of bushfire. The team at Great Western volunteer for Pets in the Park, a charity providing free veterinary care to pets belonging to the homeless. Links for grief counselling; Dr Jacqui Campbell owns Sunset Vets which is a mobile palliative care and euthanasia veterinary service - she has these links on her page. Sunset Vets has a partnership with a Psychology service that can offer a complimentary grief counselling service - see the pages below https://sunsetvets.com.au/services/counselling/ https://sunsetvets.com.au/resources/useful-websites-contacts/ Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    25 分
  • Episode 7 Rightsizing Your Life - The Joy of Less

    Episode 7 Rightsizing Your Life - The Joy of Less
    2024/12/03
    Episode 7 Rightsizing YourLife – The Joy of Less Rightsizing your life, especially after 70, involves simplifying, streamlining, and focusing on what truly matters. Some of the steps are: Assess and Prioritize 1. Reflect on your values and goals; 2. Evaluate your living situation. Simplify and Declutter 1. Downsize your living space 2. Declutter your belongings. 3. Simplify your digital life. Focus on What Matters 1. Nurture relationships; Pursue activities and hobbies;3. Prioritize self-care Resources 1. Books: - "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" by Marie Kondo - "Simplify Your Life" by Elaine St. James 2. Websites and Blogs: - The Minimalists - Becoming Minimalist - Sixty and Me (focused on aging and lifestyle) 3. Professional Services: - Consider hiring a professional organizer or senior move manager to help with downsizing and decluttering. Australian-Specific Resources 1. My Aged Care: A government website providing information and resources on aging and aged care. 2. Council on the Ageing (COTA) Australia: A peak body for older Australians, offering resources and advocacy on aging issues. Remember, rightsizing your life is a personal and ongoing process. Be patient, stay focused, and enjoy the journey! Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    24 分
  • Episode 8 An Unconventional Union - Love Across the Ages

    Episode 8 An Unconventional Union - Love Across the Ages
    2024/12/19
    Episode 8 An Unconventional Union - Love Across the Ages We meet today a wonderful couple, Dr Eevon and Chris Stott. This couple, despite their age difference and relocating to another country, share how they stay connected in a loving relationship. We hear about their relocation experience, cultural adjustments, and secrets to maintaining physical and mental vitality despite their age difference. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    24 分
  • The Accidental Farmer - Cultivating Resilience

    The Accidental Farmer - Cultivating Resilience
    2025/01/05
    Episode 9 The Accidental Farmer – Cultivating Resilience Today Barbara Hore shares a little of her extraordinary, death-defying life. Barbara certainly has the positive, no-nonsense, ‘get on with life’ attitude seen in many farmers. Her understated experience of being run over by a tractor is added to by her daughter Heather who shares this miracle of survival. Farm accidents are unfortunately common and can be quite serious. Barbara’s experience certainly fits in with a number of the following points! 1. Farms are among the most dangerous workplaces due to the use of heavy machinery, vehicles, and the presence of animals. 2. The most frequent causes of farm accidents include tractor rollovers, machinery entanglements, and incidents involving animals. Quad bikes and tractors are particularly hazardous. 3. Older farmers (over 55) and children under 15 are at higher risk of fatal accidents. 4. Many farm accidents are preventable with proper safety measures. This includes regular maintenance of equipment, using protective gear, and following safety protocols. 5. Farms are often in remote areas, making access to immediate medical care challenging. Barbara’s ambulance got lost getting to her on her remote farm. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    23 分
  • Episode 11 Siblings for Life – Navigating Love, Loss and Aging

    Episode 11 Siblings for Life – Navigating Love, Loss and Aging
    2025/01/26
    Today we chat with Sue Aylen about siblings and the role they play. Siblings can be a tremendous support to one another and having healthy sibling relationships can be a real asset in life. Siblings often need to share the responsibility of caring for aging parents and help one another to navigate life's many storms. Similarly, the loss of a sibling can be overwhelmingly painful. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    19 分
  • Episode 12The Power of Touch – A Chat about Physical Intimacy

    Episode 12The Power of Touch – A Chat about Physical Intimacy
    2025/02/09
    When we engage in intimate touch, oxytocin levels rise, enhancing feelings of trust, attachment, and connection between partners. This hormone is not only responsible for promoting emotional closeness but also contributes to physical and psychological health, including stress reduction and cardiovascular well-being. Anne and Lisa join me today to share some of their private life and concerns about physical intimacy. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.
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    25 分
  • Episode 13 Hear and Now - Living with Hearing Loss

    Episode 13 Hear and Now - Living with Hearing Loss
    2025/02/23
    Kristen Sutcliffe, senior audiologist and bassoonist with the Canberra Symphony Orchestra talks with us about the importance of hearing. Hearing is incredibly important as we age. It plays a crucial role in maintaining our cognitive function, social connections and overall quality of life. As we get older hearing loss can lead to isolation, depression and even an increased risk of dementia.
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    24 分
  • Episode 14 Faith, Hope and Aging - Some Spiritual Reflections

    Episode 14 Faith, Hope and Aging - Some Spiritual Reflections
    2025/03/09
    Myron Mykytiuch is our guest today as we discuss spirituality. Spirituality plays a vital role inn promoting over-all well-being, life satisfaction, and a sense of fulfillment. It helps us understand our place in the world giving a sense of direction and significance
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    22 分