231 Midlife Reset: Building Longevity Habits with Allison McCune Davis

In this strategy packed episode of  Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian  Lockitch  speaks with Alison McCune Davis, author of  60 Is a Good Start  and creator of the Reignite 60-Day Dare Planner. Alison shares her journey from television producer to homeschooling mom of five, and how turning 60 inspired her to embrace longevity-focused lifestyle habits and design a framework that empowers women to thrive at midlife and beyond. Listeners will learn how to build energy, strengthen their bodies, reset their minds, and find meaningful purpose through small, sustainable steps. This conversation reframes aging as an exciting new beginning rather than a slow decline—and offers a roadmap for living younger, longer, and more joyfully.
Alison McCune Davis  is an author, traditional naturopath, entrepreneur, and mother of five who has spent over 14 years helping women embrace natural health and longevity. With a background in television production and homeschooling, Alison combines her organizational skills and passion for wellness to guide women toward consistent, sustainable habits. Her book  60 Is a Good Start  and the companion  Reignite 60-Day Dare Planner  provide a clear framework for developing the daily routines that build a powerful body, purposeful mind, and vibrant life at any age.  

 

Episode Timeline  

00:00 – Welcome and Introduction  
Gillian introduces the podcast and the topic of reframing aging as opportunity rather than decline, welcoming Alison McCune Davis.  

04:47 – Alison's Journey to Natural Health  
Alison shares her path from TV producer to homeschooling mom, her discovery of natural healing, and her decision to study and teach natural health.  

10:20 – The Midlife Reset at 60  
She describes her "restless" feeling at 60, how she embraced change, and how the idea for her book and 60-Day Dare Planner was born.  

13:48 – Baby Steps Toward Longevity Habits  
Gillian and Alison discuss simple foundational steps—reducing alcohol and sugar, improving sleep—and why small wins build momentum.  

16:45 – The Self-Perpetuating Circle of Purpose  
Alison explains her framework: three pillars (Bodywork, Brainwork,  Worldwork ) and the "Big Five" foundational habits that support longevity.  

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