Jun 23, 2025
What does it take to rise from humble beginnings to the rank of Colonel, earn multiple doctorates, and still find time to write a transformative guide for women, rediscover your purpose, and reignite your passion in midlife or beyond? Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton’s journey is more than inspirational—it’s a playbook for personal power at any age. In episode 214, she shares how her book "The Lotus Within" helps women reconnect to their purpose, set boundaries, and use practical strategies to thrive. From military precision to mindset mastery, Amelia breaks down her LOTUS (Life of Timeless, Unbound Strategies) framework—showing how small, intentional actions can spark lifelong change.
In this compelling episode of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Amelia Duran Stanton—colonel, physician associate, educator, and author. Drawing from over 30 years in military service and her journey as a mentor and mom, Amelia shares how she helps women focus inward, find clarity, and make incremental shifts that lead to lifelong impact.
Episode Timeline:
0:00 – Introduction and Podcast
Theme
Gillian introduces the show and outlines the 2025 theme: “Age
is Just a Number,” emphasizing how epigenetics affects biological
age.
3:57 – Meet Dr. Amelia Duran
Stanton
Amelia’s impressive military background, educational journey,
and dedication to mentoring women are introduced.
7:38 – Journey to Becoming a
Physician Assistant
Amelia shares how she overcame
doubt and imposter syndrome to pursue a career in medicine via the
Interservice PA Program.
10:27 – PA Program and Transition to
Officer
Details of the rigorous training, support networks, and how
she moved from enlisted to officer and specialized in
orthopedics.
14:17 – Lean Six Sigma Master Black
Belt
Explains her process improvement certification and how it
helped streamline systems in medical and military
settings.
16:14 – Inspiration Behind The
Lotus Within
The book began as an online course aimed at helping women
overcome planning, time management, and prioritization
struggles.
19:14 – LOTUS Acronym
Unpacked
Amelia explains the meaning of LOTUS—Life of Timeless, Unbound
Strategies—and the metaphor of blooming where you’re
planted.
25:34 – How to Find Your
Purpose
Practical advice for reconnecting with personal purpose by
exploring joy triggers, asking for feedback, and identifying role
models.
26:45 – Workbook and
Transformation
Details how the workbook guides incremental life improvements
and promotes self-focus for sustainable change.
31:06 – Overcoming ‘It’s Too Late’
Thinking
Amelia counters defeatist attitudes with actionable advice,
emphasizing readiness and the power of
micro-changes.
35:34 – Final Takeaway Message from
Amelia
Put your
own oxygen mask on first. Prioritize self-care to better serve
others and live a fulfilled life.
Action Steps:
Access Your Free E-book Guide from Dr. Gillian Lockitch
Guide to Mind and Memory Boosting Strategies
Schedule a CALL with Dr. Gillian Lockitch.
Join the GOLY Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingolderlivingyounger
Amelia Duran-Stanton PhD.
Order The LOTUS Within: https://www.amazon.com/LOTUS-Within-Purpose-Ignite-Passion/dp/B0DDRDXB89
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