The ASL Approach
We explore healthy living through a lens of multiple time horizons.
What we can learn from ancient traditions.
What we as individuals can test and notice now.
What modern science helps us test, understand, & predict.
Our Priorities
Brain-First Living
Protecting our brain to strengthen body, mind and mood.
BrainSmart Tactics
Working with our brain through awareness & small steps for repeatable habits.
Present Living
Building for the future while living fully today
RESOURCES
Finding Your Path Forward
AgeSmart Living is designed to help you discover your best path to thriving with more resilience - no matter what life tosses your way.
Our mission is to keep it a safe space with easy to digest, trustworthy, actionable insights.
Choose how you engage:
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Independent Exploration: Posts and Playbooks with curated resources.
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Public Sharing: Comments on blog posts (future communities).
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Private Connection: Email us directly with questions, suggestions, or concerns - or book a complementary introductory meeting with Sibel.
We focus on women's realities - the reality we know best!
Much, however, is foundational for all and applies to everyone - Any age. Any gender. You may also find insights for supporting someone you care about - friend, sister, mother, or partner.
Our Playbooks
We keep the detail and quick reference links to our favorite resources in Playbooks:
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Notes (sometimes messy) about proven strategies that inform what we choose to do.
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Curated posts related to the topic.
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Resource links to detail direct from the experts:
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Quick Bytes: <= 15 minutes (podcasts, video's...)
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Knowledge Builders: 15-60 minutes
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Deep Dives: 1-2+ hours
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Essential Reads: Books and long-form wisdom
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The Story Behind ASL
Host, Writer & Investigator
Janice Cunningham, MPH
Vancouver, Canada
Why I'm Here
ASL is an evolving project - built to grow as we learn, test ideas, and share what genuinely helps in real life.
I spent many years in new health-tech communications infrastructure and early consumer health platforms - much time identifying and acting on early signals of change and opportunity.
A decade ago, my father’s Alzheimer’s shifted my attention to brain health. I went deep into the research, where one truth was clear: the habits that protect the brain are the same habits that allow us to thrive.
My focus shifted from How do we use technology to solve this? to How do we support the brain so we can thrive in everyday life, throughout life?
What Informs What I Share
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Modern science - helping us test ideas and refine our understanding.
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Ancient wisdom - including martial arts and mindfulness traditions.
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Curiosity and the N-of-1 principle: Always test for yourself! What works for me may not work for you.
My approach and priorities are driven by one guiding principle: When you support the brain, the body and mind will follow.
Be safe. Be well.
Janice
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I try to be accurate and clear about the limits of what I'm sharing. Call me out if you notice something that doesn't look right!
Mentor, Writer & Reality Check
Sibel Tunali
London, England
Greetings from London
It’s easy for all of us to believe what we want to believe, so my role at ASL is to bring a skeptical lens and practical guidance to the journey.
My Role as Skeptic
My perspective complements Janice’s. I focus on the reality check: what is truly doable in everyday life. I live the reality of juggling life as a mother, business executive, and, more recently, a cancer survivor rebuilding energy and resilience.
My Role as Mentor & Reality Check
In Sibel's Corner I share reflections on resilience and navigating life’s challenges.
You may also book a complimentary mentoring session to discuss your goals and how we might support you.
What Informs My Approach
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Years of cancer treatment gave me a new perspective on health, energy, and resilience.
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Being the mother of twins reshaped my priorities and sense of balance.
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My background as an engineer turned telecom executive informs how I mentor and support startups in food, wellness, and technology.
I invite you to join the conversation and help me in this role through comments, the occasional survey, or contacting me through Connect@agesmartliving.com
Wishing you well,
Sibel
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