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Navigating Life’s Transitions: Understanding the emotions that accompany change so you can make the most of your next chapter.
Our daughter graduated from high school a few months ago and is heading off to college soon. Needless to say, we’ve been filling our long summer days with fun and making the most of the time before she leaves (sorry for my reduced writing schedule!). She’s...
Waste hours, not years
Psychologist Amos Tversky once said: “You waste years by not being able to waste hours.” His quote was part of a broader conversation he was having about doing good research, but I think you can apply the sentiment to retirement as well. Your ideal life doesn't just...
The secret to retirement, disguised as a pottery story
I was listening to a podcast* recently where the guest told a story about a pottery teacher. At the beginning of the semester, he divided the class into two groups. His instructions to the first group were to make the absolute best pot they could make. They only...
Retirement is more than a number.
“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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