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New video on how to add purpose and meaning to your life

Apr 5, 2022 | Happiness, Lifestyle Design, Pursuits

Most people want their life and retirement to be rich with purpose and meaning. How can you make that happen? I just posted a new video to the Intentional Retirement YouTube channel that will give you some practical ideas. To watch, just click the link below or you...

A simple way to make the New Year great (hint: you can’t spell resolutions without solutions).

Jan 9, 2022 | Lifestyle Design

I hope your New Year is off to a good start. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably made some goals or resolutions for the year. The sentiment behind resolutions is a good one: How can you become a better version of yourself? The...

How many more chances will you get?

Dec 1, 2021 | Happiness, Lifestyle Design

Well, it’s December 1st. One month to go in 2021. Just a few busy weeks and then Christmas. And shortly after, New Year’s. And then…2022. Which means (hopefully) another bite at the apple. Another round of birthdays, holidays and vacations. Another opportunity...

Retirement is more than a number.

Yes, money is important, but it’s not enough.

“I can sleep at night”

“I have a reason to get up in the morning”

“I have a secure and fulfilling life”

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