Announcing the 2026 “It’s OK to Be Old” National Seminar Series
Transform how you think about aging—starting with Santa Barbara on January 21st
Dear friends,
After decades of helping people nourish their bodies through The Fitness Gourmet, I discovered something profound: true wellness isn’t about fighting aging—it’s about embracing it. That revelation led me to create “It’s OK to Be Old,” and now I’m taking this transformative message nationwide.
A Year of Celebration and Transformation
2026 marks a pivotal moment in how we talk about aging. While the wellness industry floods us with anti-aging promises and longevity hacks, I’m offering something radically different: permission to love the age you are right now.
I’m thrilled to announce our National Seminar Series—intimate gatherings in cities across the country where we’ll explore the art, science, and mystery of aging well. Each event is designed to shift perspectives, build community, and prove that 65 and beyond can be our most vibrant years yet.
Your Journey Begins in Santa Barbara
Wednesday, January 21st, 4:00-6:00 PM La Lieff Wines Tasting Room
Our first gathering sets the tone for everything to come. Picture this: You’re sipping wine in beautiful Santa Barbara, surrounded by kindred spirits ready to rewrite the rules on aging. We’ll begin with meditation to release aging anxieties, then dive into conversations about Super Agers, movement as medicine (with dance pioneer Teresa Kuskey), and the secrets to thriving at any age.
My dear friend James Melillo will moderate our discussion, ensuring we explore the questions that truly matter.
Your $25 ticket includes:
- Wine tasting
- A signed copy of “It’s OK to Be Old”
- Curated wellness gifts
- Tools and insights you’ll use daily
- Connection with our growing community
Reserve Your Santa Barbara Spot and Get Your Tickets Here
The 2026 Tour: Each City, A Unique Focus
Spring 2026 – Palo Alto: “Aging in Place” Partnering with real estate expert Sebastian Frey, we’ll explore how to create homes that support us as we age, allowing us to stay rooted in the communities we love.
May 2026 – Los Angeles: “Redefining Beauty After 50” An honest exploration of evolving beauty standards and finding genuine confidence in our changing bodies. This is about feeling beautiful on your terms.
November 2026 – New York (Fall Season): “The Art and Science of Longevity” We’ll gather seasoned friends who’ve mastered the art of long, fulfilled lives to share their real-world wisdom—no gimmicks, just truth.
From Fitness Expert to Aging Advocate
This evolution from The Fitness Gourmet to “It’s OK to Be Old” feels like the natural culmination of my life’s work. After years of helping people perfect their bodies, I realized we needed something more: permission to inhabit those bodies with joy at every age.
These seminars combine everything I’ve learned:
- Nutrition that supports vitality (not vanity)
- Movement that celebrates what our bodies can do
- Mindset shifts that transform fear into excitement
- Community that makes the journey meaningful
Why This Matters to Me—And Should Matter to You
Every day, I receive messages from people exhausted by our culture’s fear of aging. They’re tired of being invisible, dismissed, or told their best years are behind them.
I refuse to accept that narrative. And if you’re reading this, I bet you do too.
These gatherings are my response—a declaration that getting older isn’t just OK, it’s magnificent. It’s the chapter where we finally get to be who we really are.
Join Our Movement
Whether you join us in Santa Barbara, wait for a city closer to home, or simply follow our journey online, you’re part of something bigger: a revolution in how we age.
This isn’t about denying the challenges of getting older. It’s about proving those challenges are worth embracing.
Ready to begin?
Can’t make January 21st? Follow us for updates on upcoming cities and exclusive content about aging with joy and purpose.
Because today truly IS the first day of the rest of your fabulous life.
With anticipation and excitement,
Patricia Greenberg
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