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Joan Baez: Forgiveness for Dylan, Joy in Dance
27 May
Summary
- Baez feels younger than her 85 years.
- She struggles with accepting her wrinkles.
- Baez believes dancing is her life's true purpose.

Singer-songwriter Joan Baez, 85, recently discussed aging on the Wiser Than Me podcast. She revealed that while she feels she's in her early 70s, she struggles with accepting her wrinkles, unlike some of her peers. Baez expressed that the accumulation of life experiences is a significant benefit of aging.
Baez also shared a profound insight from a medium who told her that her ultimate purpose on Earth was to dance. This resonated deeply with the legendary folk singer, who finds freedom and a sense of everything else disappearing when she moves to music. She also reflected on her past relationship with Bob Dylan, stating she has found total forgiveness for him, calling their youthful interactions "stupid."