Episode 4
Psychologist Marie de Hennezel outlines her belief that old age can be a time of great freedom and lightness of spirit. Read by Alexandra Mathie.
French psychologist Marie de Hennezel examines western attitudes to ageing and asks if we can transform the way we feel about growing old, making this most feared period one of the best times of our lives.
De Hennezel outlines her belief that old age can be a time of great freedom and lightness of spirit.
Read by Alexandra Mathie.
Abridged by Alison Joseph
Marie de Hennezel is a respected psychologist and psychotherapist who works with the French government to raise awareness of palliative care. She has written nine books about the end of life, including 'Intimate Death', and is the author of two ministerial reports on caring for those with terminal illnesses.
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- Thu 14 Apr 201109:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Fri 15 Apr 201100:30BBC Radio 4
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