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284. The Real Changes That Happen When You Get Older

  1. 284. The Real Changes That Happen When You Get Older Diane Gilman 21:26

In this episode of Too Young to Be Old, Diane Gilman shares the emotional and practical things she has had to let go of as she ages: anger, competitiveness, judgment, regrets, other people’s expectations, and unhealthy habits. She explains how breast Cancer, leaving fashion Retail, and turning 80 forced her to rethink not just how she works, but how she lives, what she values, and what she wants her Legacy to be.

Diane reflects on moving from a life defined by pressure, performance, and visual careers into a third chapter centered on purpose, gratitude, authenticity, and self-care. She makes the case that Aging is not passive decline, but a deeply creative stage of life where you can choose who you want to become and build a meaningful narrative for the future.

She closes with a reminder that time only moves forward, and that the real work of aging is learning to live in the present, protect your energy, and stay true to yourself. This episode is a powerful message for anyone navigating reinvention, identity shifts, and the challenge of building a fulfilling life later in life.

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Diane Gilman Too Young To Be Old with Diane Gilman

A fashion rule-breaker with millions of loyal fans, the charismatic pearl-haired, “Queen of Jeans,” Diane Gilman is 78 years young and embracing aging instead of fighting it. An inspiration for women embracing their third act, Diane is The top Tele-retailing brand globally who is just getting started, and not unlike many women’s stories, recognition for Diane came later in life with the launch of her DG2 Jeans line on HSN which has become the top tele-retailing brand globally, over $100 million dollars a year in retail sales domestically, could be seen on QVC UK, Italy, France, Australia & Canada. Her latest book, “Too Young to be Old,” is another compelling take on conquering life’s challenges and harnessing one’s own power to live a “third act” filled with dream-catching and fulfillment.

After 30 years of experience in front of the camera connecting with the baby boomer audience on television, Diane has set out to become a proaging advocate and a "Silver-haired Influencer". Through social media, YouTube and the launch of her podcast, Too Young To Be Old, Diane's goal is to educate and inspire the 50+ community in a range of lifestyle topics such as nutrition, health & wellness, fashion, beauty & skincare, and any other topics covering aging solutions.