Dr. Kerry Burnight on Living a Joyful Life Throughout Your Years
Dr. Kerry Burnight, PhD is the leading thought leader in Gerontology. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Burnight
taught Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology for 18 years at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, is a keynote speaker and author of JOYSPAN, The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half.
Working with older patients and based on the science of well-being, connection, choice and purpose, Dr. Burnight developed and introduced the JOYSPAN program, based on the core tenant that longevity doesn’t mean much if you don’t like your life.
The JOYSPAN Matrix, which is the bedrock discipline in creating a JOYSPAN-led life, is based on the elements of Grow, Connect, Adapt and Give provides the pathway to build a life with thriving longevity.
“Purpose is believing I have something to give and being bold enough to give some each day”
