Brooke Shields Turns Criticism Into Empowerment, Proving Age Is Her Strength

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Brooke Shields recently turned an Instagram Live critique into a powerful message about aging, inspiring the title of her new book, Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old. During an appearance on Good Morning America, the 59-year-old actress and model shared how a comment longing for her youthful appearance motivated her to challenge societal norms around aging.   Shields called out the beauty industry for its obsession with youth and emphasized embracing confidence and freedom in midlife. With humor and honesty, her book encourages women to view aging as a strength, sparking a conversation about empowerment and the limitless potential of midlife

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00:00Brooke Shields epic response to an Instagram live stream critic reminds us all that aging is not a limitation but a strength

00:06Let's dive into how she turned a rude comment into an empowering message for women everywhere

00:12Actress Brooke Shields recently tackled the pressures of aging and beauty on Good Morning America

00:16Yeah, I want to look my best and I want to be healthy and again

00:19I always say I wish everything was a little higher and tighter

00:22The 59 year old model shared how a comment she received during an Instagram live which read I really wish you look the way you

00:29Used to inspired the title of her new book Brooke Shield is not allowed to get old

00:34Which is the most epic clapback we've seen so far on the show

00:38Robin Roberts praised Brooke for focusing on the present and future instead of dwelling on the past

00:43And I think that it's important to do that in this era of a woman's life

00:47Brooke who started acting at the age of 11 called out the beauty industry for pushing the idea of youth

00:52Leading to regret and what if thinking Shields also shared her thought process on aging as a woman

00:58Why does it have to be so shocking?

01:00That a woman over 40 can accomplish something. Whoa, you know and Brooke Shields is not allowed to get old

01:06Shields challenges social norms about aging embracing her body and confidence at 59

01:12Macmillan publishers explains that her book is written with humor and honesty noting how Shields

01:17Redefines aging for women by focusing on empowerment strength and freedom in midlife

01:23Brooke Shields continues to be a prime example of how age isn't a barrier but an asset

01:28according to Forbes research shows the average age of successful founders is 45 with those between

01:3455 and 64 being one of the fastest-growing groups based on a study by the Kauffman Foundation

01:40Forbes also states these figures challenge the myth that age is a barrier to innovation and success in business

01:46fashion designer Vera Wang who launched her bridal fashion business at 40 and has a net worth of

01:52160 million as of 2023

01:54Plus was named the 34th richest self-made woman in America by Forbes proves. It's never too late to pursue your dreams

02:02If you're thinking of taking Shields advice and turning a passion or rude comment into a moneymaker

02:07Right now is the best time small business inside shares the advantages of entrepreneurship

02:13Noting how entrepreneurship offers freedom to create your own work-life balance

02:17Choose exciting projects and work from anywhere if you're ready to turn obstacles into opportunities

02:23Let Brooks words be a reminder that it's never too late to chase your dreams and follow us everywhere at what's trending

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