Keeping Confident in the Aging Season

About this episode

Meredith discusses the impact of age on confidence and perception in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of self-worth regardless of external attention.

I had a moment at work when I felt watched and second-guessed, and I quietly wondered whether being 30 instead of 50 would have changed the way I was treated. That question opened the door to something bigger — the reality that while youth bias exists, so does the powerful perception of competence, authority, and steadiness that comes with experience. What I realized is this: when outward attention shifts, it doesn’t mean your value has — it just means the energy has changed. And your confidence in this season isn’t about being the most noticed in the room… It’s about being the most confident and grounded. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life: Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support Building Resilience in the Workplace course online…

People in this episode

Host: Meredith

Topics covered

• aging
• confidence
• youth bias
• mental health
• workplace resilience

Keywords

• aging
• confidence
• youth bias
• mental health
• workplace
• resilience
• authority

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