Maintaining Autonomy Through Mental Flexibility and Kinesthetic Awareness | Angie Dortch | EP. 357
Sun Feb 08 2026
Autonomy is one of the most cherished goals among aging adults — and for good reason. It’s at the heart of confidence, dignity, and the ability to stay active and fully engaged in daily life. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Angie Dortch, creator of Expressive Avenues and developer of a unique two-year program designed to enhance mental flexibility, physical perception, and kinesthetic awareness in active aging adults. Angie shares data-driven insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies that have helped participants maintain independence and improve functional skills. Whether you’re a caregiver, clinician, or someone focused on aging well, this conversation will offer actionable ways to strengthen the mind-body connection and support long-term autonomy.
Learn more at https://www.neuroartsresourcecenter.com/profile/angie-dortch
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Autonomy is one of the most cherished goals among aging adults — and for good reason. It’s at the heart of confidence, dignity, and the ability to stay active and fully engaged in daily life. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Angie Dortch, creator of Expressive Avenues and developer of a unique two-year program designed to enhance mental flexibility, physical perception, and kinesthetic awareness in active aging adults. Angie shares data-driven insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies that have helped participants maintain independence and improve functional skills. Whether you’re a caregiver, clinician, or someone focused on aging well, this conversation will offer actionable ways to strengthen the mind-body connection and support long-term autonomy. Learn more at https://www.neuroartsresourcecenter.com/profile/angie-dortch Please, support The Aging Well Podcast by hitting the ‘like’ button, subscribing/following the podcast, sharing with a friend, and…. Tip Jar! All donations support this podcast to keep it going. https://paypal.me/theagingwellpodcast BUY the products you need to… age well from our trusted affiliates and support the mission of The Aging Well Podcast*. The Aging Well Podcast merchandise | Show how you are aging well | Use the promo code AGING WELL for free shipping on orders over $75 | https://theagingwellpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/AGINGWELL Auro Wellness | Glutaryl—Antioxidant spray that delivers high doses of glutathione (“Master Antioxidant”) and the new Copper Tripeptide (GHK-Cu) | 10% off Code: AGINGWELL at https://aurowellness.com/agingwellpodcast Berkeley Life | Optimize nitric oxide levels | Purchase your starter kit at a 15% discount | Use the promo code: AGINGWELL15 | https://berkeleylife.pxf.io/c/6475525/3226696/31118 Oxford Healthspan | Primeadine®, a plant-derived spermidine supplement | 10% off code: AGINGWELL | https://oxford-healthspan.myshopify.com/AgingWell Jigsaw Health | Trusted supplements. “It’s fun to feel good.” | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL for 10% off: https://www.jigsawhealth.com/?rfsn=8710089.1dddcf3&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8710089.1dddcf3 KneeMo | A smart device programmed to reduce your knee pain and keep you moving. | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL15 for 15% off: https://thekneemo.com/ref/agingwell Prolon | The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a revolutionary five-day nutrition program scientifically formulated to mimic the effects of a prolonged water fast while still allowing nourishment - supporting the benefits of fasting without the challenges and risks that come from water-only fasts. | For the best available discount always use this link: https://prolonlife.com/theagingwellpodcast L-Nutra Health | The medical division of L-Nutra, focused on helping people manage and potentially reverse chronic health conditions, like type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, insulin resistance, and obesity, using personalized, lifestyle-based programs grounded in evidence, not prescriptions. | Use this link: https://l-nutrahealth.com/theagingwellpodcast Thrive25—Your personal longevity advisor | https://www.thrive25.com/early-access?via=william-jeffrey Fusionary Formulas | Combining Ayurvedic wisdom with Western science for optimal health support. | 15% off Code: AGINGWELL | https://fusionaryformulas.com?sca_ref=9678325.IHg5xYhdOzzke8Zr Dr Lewis Nutrition | Fight neurodegeneration and cognitive decline with Daily Brain Care by Dr Lewis Nutrition—a proven daily formula designed to protect and restore brain function. | 10% off code: AGINGWELL or use the link: https://drlewisnutrition.com/AGINGWELL TruDiagnostic—Your source for epigenetic testing | 12% off Code: AGEWELL or use the link: https://shop.trudiagnostic.com/discount/AGEWELL *We receive commission on these purchases. Thank you.