Ann Leary: NYT Bestselling Author on Aging, Letting Go of 'Niceness,' and Finding Laughter in Life

06/02/2025 35 min Episodio 82
Ann Leary: NYT Bestselling Author on Aging, Letting Go of 'Niceness,' and Finding Laughter in Life

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Are you a people pleaser? Do you find yourself apologizing for things you shouldn’t? Ann Leary, New York Times bestselling author, is here to inspire you to rewrite the script. In her newest collection, I Tried Being Nice, Ann shares witty, insightful essays about overcoming lifelong tendencies to people-please, redefining kindness, and embracing the unapologetic freedom of midlife. From confrontations with a neighbor (and their unruly dog) to honest reflections on her marriage, parenting, and self-discovery through tennis, Ann discusses the trials and triumphs of finding one’s voice later in life. Find out why she believes post-menopause is her prime and how shedding old habits has transformed her relationships and outlook.Key Topics:The difference between kindness and people-pleasing Why midlife is the perfect time to embrace authenticity Parenting, empty-nesting, and reclaiming your true self How tennis became both a hobby and a metaphor for life Join us for a heartfelt conversation that will leave you feeling empowered—and ready to embrace your unapologetic self. More About Ann LearyOfficial WebsiteFollow Ann on InstagramGet her book I Tried Being NiceConnect with Us:Email us at [email protected] Seniority Authority on the webFollow us on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe to Seniority Authority on Apple Podcasts or Spotify today!  Timestamps02:00 - Exploring Ann’s Writing Journey10:08 - Inspiration Behind I Tried Being Nice13:01 - Empty Nest Adventures19:45 - Life Lessons from the Tennis Court24:03 - Breaking Free from People-Pleasing

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