There is no substitute for being able to feed yourself, feed your passions, and feed your sense of creativity.At nearly 80, Diane Gilman is a true disrupter and a shining example of how to defy age-related stereotypes and live life fully and unapologetically.From painting jeans in the 60s for rock icons like Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix to becoming a top QVC and HSN TV personality, fashion disruptor, bestselling author, and a successful podcaster - Diane's life journey is nothing short of inspiring.Here's why you’ll love this episode:•Embrace New Dreams at Any Age: At 59, Diane didn't wind down—she launched a successful jeans business! Her story proves that ambition knows no age limit.•Seize Opportunities, Ready or Not: Diane’s unexpected leap into television and subsequent fashion success underscore the importance of being prepared to act on chances as they come, even if you're not fully ready.•Reject Ageist Beliefs: Diane emphasizes dissolving internalized ageism and carving a purposeful, empowered life. She treats later life as a stage for growth and creativity, not decline.Diane's relentless drive and ability to pivot despite obstacles, such as her battle with Stage 3 breast cancer at 72, are living testimonies of perseverance. Her current success, including millions of YouTube views and thousands of followers on Instagram, provides a powerful narrative for aging out loud and proud.Tune in and be inspired to embrace your ageless potential!To learn more about Diane visit thedianegilman.com and be sure to subscribe to her email list.If you found inspiration from this conversation, please rate, review and share this episode.I’d love to hear your thoughts, so be sure to hop on over to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or leave a message on the website here.Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.Tune in and let's crush ageism together!Waving from Boston – cheers!Ande ♥CONNECT with me online - I'd love to learn how you're shattering ageism!https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/ https://www.pinterest.com/andelyons/ TikTok: @andelyons JOIN DON’T BE CAGED BY YOUR AGE NEWSLETTERTo receive an alert whenever a new show is posted, please join the Don’t Be Caged By Your Age newsletter! Every month you’ll receive links to the podcast and helpful resources for creating possibilities for your unretirement days.Visit https://dontbecagedbyyourage.com and fill out the email form on the right side of the page.SPONSORSHIPIf you resonate with the show’s mission of shattering ageism and a...