Retirement is a transformative phase in life, filled with opportunities and challenges. In this episode of Finding Our Way, we explore the four stages of retirement as outlined in Marianne T. Osher’s book, helping you understand how to navigate this new chapter with purpose and joy.

Key topics - 5-10 bullets:

• The three acts of life: childhood, adulting, and retirement, with a focus on the long "third act"
• The four stages of retirement: honeymoon, re-engagement, downshifting, and old age
• The honeymoon phase: embracing freedom, enjoying leisure, and avoiding disenchantment
• The gloom and doom path: risks of regret, isolation, and depression without proper planning
• Re-engagement: living your best life, rediscovering passions, and balancing activity levels
• The importance of pacing oneself to prevent burnout during active retirement
• The shift to slower, more mindful living in the downshifting stage
• Preparing for advanced age: lifestyle choices that enhance quality of life and longevity
• The power of mindset and social connections in aging gracefully
• Practical strategies: small lifestyle changes, managing social calendars, and embracing learning at any age
• 1. Oesher, Marianne T., “Your Happiness Portfolio® For Retirement, It’s Not About the Money!” 2019.
• 2. Landry, Roger, “The Official Summary of Live Long, Die Short: Roger Landry,” Audiobook 2019.
• Links:
• “Your Happiness Portfolio® For Retirement, It’s Not About the Money!” workbook, go to RetireandBeHappy.com/workbook/