Oklahoma City residents looking to boost their personal and professional well-being will have the chance to learn practical, uplifting strategies at VillagesOKC’s next Positive Aging seminar, Mindset Makeover, on Wednesday, Dec. 10. The free seminar will run from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Metro Technology Centers’ Business Conference Center, 1900 Springlake Drive in Oklahoma City.
Although there is no cost to attend, registration is required. Participants may sign up online at villagesokc.org/positive-aging or by calling 405-990-6637.
The seminar will be led by author, speaker, and nonprofit leader Bruce McIntyre, who is known for his blend of expert guidance and warm, engaging humor. McIntyre has written five books centered on resilience, caregiving, and navigating life’s challenges: Receiving Peace, Thrive Anyway, Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life.
The upcoming Mindset Makeover seminar focuses on how individuals can “change your mind for good” by reshaping the way they respond to stress, frustration, and distraction. Attendees will learn practical exercises designed to build calm and generate positive energy—tools that can be applied daily with consistency and intention.
Participants will receive a “Mindset Makeover Notes” page with space to capture insights from four key areas of the session: Why Mindset Matters, Reframing Negative Thoughts, Creating Calm, and Practicing Positivity. It will include a section titled: One tool I will practice every day till the end of 2025.
McIntyre currently serves as CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance, where he works closely with individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease. McIntyre also holds a national leadership role as Vice-Chair of the Independent Parkinson’s Alliance, a consortium dedicated to strengthening Parkinson’s resources and support across the country. Locally, he is an active member of the downtown Oklahoma City Rotary Club.
Much of his expertise is rooted in his own life experience. Since 2004, McIntyre has been the primary caregiver for his wife as they have navigated her rare autoimmune disease, Dermatomyositis. His caregiving journey has shaped his understanding of the emotional and mental resilience needed to face long-term health conditions. He previously led the Caregiver Fundamental Project in Oklahoma City and remains deeply involved in initiatives that support people living with chronic illnesses and their family care teams.
VillagesOKC, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering older adults through connection, education, and practical resources, continues its Positive Aging seminar series to help community members live with confidence, purpose, and joy. The series will continue in 2026 with dates and topics to be announced soon.