Thriving in the Second Half of Life with Maddy Dychtwald

Thriving in the Second Half of Life with Maddy Dychtwald

From Smart Women Talk by Smart Women Talk

May 13, 2026 · 22 min

About this episode

Maddy Dychtwald discusses a holistic approach to longevity and the importance of purpose in aging well.

What if aging isn’t about slowing down—but about stepping into one of the most powerful and purposeful stages of life? In this episode of Smart Women Talk, Katana Abbott welcomes longevity expert, author, and co-founder of Age Wave, Maddy Dychtwald, for a conversation about what it really means to live well—not just longer. Drawing from decades of research and her new book Ageless Aging , Maddy shares how women can take a more holistic approach to longevity—focusing not only on lifespan, but on healthspan and brainspan. In this episode, you’ll discover: The difference between lifespan and healthspan—and why it matters Why women live longer but often face more health challenges The powerful role of purpose in longevity and well-being Simple daily habits that support brain health, energy, and vitality Why connection, mindset, sleep, and movement all play a critical role This inspiring and practical conversation offers a fresh perspective on aging—one that empowers women to make small, intentional choices that can lead to a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life. You can learn more about Maddy at MaddyDychtwald.com . The information shared in this podcast is for educational…

People in this episode

Host: Katana Abbott

Guest: Maddy Dychtwald

Topics covered

  • longevity
  • aging
  • healthspan
  • women's health
  • purpose
  • well-being

Keywords

  • longevity
  • healthspan
  • aging
  • women's health
  • brain health
  • vitality
  • purpose

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Age Wave

Books & works: Ageless Aging

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