Living and Loving: Insights from My Mom, Part 2

Love & Longevity

Get ready to dive deep into love, life, and longevity with part two of our heartfelt conversation with Chetta H.

In this episode, host Christian Ross sits down with her incredible mother, Chetta, to explore the realities of aging, health, and the power of love. With personal anecdotes and actionable insights, Christian and Chetta tackle some of the biggest challenges facing older adults today, from healthcare and caregiving to financial planning and finding joy in everyday life.

Listen in to learn how to better support your aging loved ones, navigate the emotional journey of loss, and to hear advice on pursuing happiness and fulfillment at any stage of life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• If you’re taking care of an aging loved one, get the whole family involved - don’t shoulder all the responsibility yourself
• It’s never too early to start thinking about your finances for the long haul - spend wisely, plan strategically
• Whether it’s cooking a meal together or surprising your partner with something they need, showing love through small, thoughtful actions can keep the spark alive

Jump into the conversation:

00:00 Realizing your parents are aging

06:20 Emphasizing frugality for future financial stability

10:19 What makes for a good partner

13:52 Loss through the eyes of a widow

18:33 Learning to let out your grief

22:04 Claiming your victories