How to Love Yourself at Any Age with Angela Smith
Release Date: 02/12/2025
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info_outlineHello, and welcome to The Not Old Better Show! Today’s episode is brought to you by Acorns. Acorns makes it easy to start automatically saving and investing so your money has a chance to grow for you, your kids, and your retirement. I’m your host, Paul Vogelzang, and as always, I want to thank you for joining us today, where it’s never too late to learn, live, and grow, too.
Today, we’re starting something special—celebrating winners and honorees of the prestigious Golden Door Awards. These awards recognize extraordinary individuals who are using their voices, creativity, and vision to make a positive impact on our world. And who better to kick off this series than today’s guest, Angela Smith!
Angela Smith is not just a writer; she’s a powerhouse of inspiration and a champion of emotional resilience.
From children to adults, her books are lighting a path for people to embrace self-love, tap into their inner strength, and unlock their highest potential. Angela is a first-place
gold medalist in the non-fiction category for her latest work, Stepping into Love: A Journey to Self-Healing,a transformative book packed with warmth, wisdom, and practical exercises to guide readers back to themselves.
But Angela’s impact doesn’t stop there. She’s the author of I Love Myself, a children’s book that has unexpectedly found a huge following among adults, proving that the journey to self-esteem starts at any age.
With her heartfelt stories and actionable advice, Angela is helping people of all ages— from 3 to 80—navigate life with purpose, courage, and joy. In today’s episode, Angela will share her fascinating journey, the lessons she’s learned, and how her books are sparking meaningful change around the globe. She’ll also open up about what it means to truly live with integrity, align with your heart’s truth, and embrace a life full of love and gratitude.
So, sit back, grab your favorite cup of tea, and get ready to be inspired. This is going to be a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Let’s dive right in and welcome the remarkable Angela Smith to The Not Old Better Show!
My thanks to Acorns for sponsoring today’s episode. Remember, Acorns makes it easy to start automatically saving and investing so your money has a chance to grow for you, your kids, and your retirement. Check out our show notes today for more information about Acorns.My thanks to Angela M. Smith for her generous time today. My thanks to HenHouse Consulting for their excellent work on the program, and my thanks to you, our wonderful audience here on radio and podcast. Be well, be safe, and Let’s Talk About Better™. The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living interview series on radio and podcast. Thanks, everybody and we’ll see you next time.