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Life After Retirement

Life after retirement is a complicated time. Not only do you have to worry about your retirement savings, but, you also need to find meaning in your life. Here are some retirement ideas to help you get more from the best years of your life.

10 months ago

Best Places to Retire for Active Adults

Retirement no longer means slowing down. It’s more often than not the beginning of a vibrant new chapter filled with travel, outdoor adventures, fitness, and social engagement. For active adults, choosing the right place to retire means more than just sunshine and affordability…

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10 months ago

3 Reasons Why You Can Stop Setting Goals

I rarely set goals anymore. Not that there’s anything wrong with them. If you want to learn Italian or climb Mt. Everest, you can certainly set goals to do those things. It’s just that the concept of a “goal” feels limiting. What if, by focusing on…

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10 months ago

Peace and Quiet Sounded Perfect – Until I Had Too Much of It in Retirement

I’m writing this from a Downton Abbey-style bed and breakfast on Prince Edward Island, Canada, perched in a sunny room with a view of the sea. The window beside me frames the water. The sun is shining. I can hear the wind through the trees. I’ve taken two long baths this week and even snuck in a nap or two…

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10 months ago

Could You Build a New Life Abroad After 60? Here’s What Other Women Are Discovering

You’ve probably seen the photos: vibrant markets, cozy apartments with mountain views, joyful couples sipping coffee in the sun. But beyond the Instagram images, many women over 60 are asking a quieter, more personal question: Could I really start over in another country?

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10 months ago

Why Do Many Women Have a Different Retirement Experience Than Men?

I’m an African-American male, and I’m also one of nine siblings, all of us retired. In a recent conversation with my three sisters, each of whom is retired successfully, I was reminded of a truth that, as a guy, they (robustly) re-emphasized to me – women experience retirement…

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10 months ago

Balancing Personal and Professional Life Post‑Retirement: Reclaiming Time, Purpose, and Joy

Retirement may mark the end of a career, but it’s also the beginning of a new, beautiful chapter, one where you get to decide what truly matters. Whether you’re considering part-time work, diving into a passion project, or embracing slower days, this stage invites a powerful reset…

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10 months ago

The Secret to Finding Purpose in Retirement? Start Smaller Than You Think

I have a love-hate relationship with the idea of purpose. I’ve always had a sense of purpose. Or more truthfully, I’ve always needed one. It’s comforting to know what you’re aiming for, especially when you’re juggling work, caregiving, parenting, and life transitions…

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11 months ago

How Does the Retirement Age in Your Country Compare to Others? You Might Be Surprised!

If you’ve ever wondered how the retirement age in your country compares to others, you’re not alone. As people live longer and healthier lives, many governments are adjusting retirement policies to keep up with shifting demographics. While some nations are increasing…

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11 months ago

Retirement Goals Fading Away? Here’s How to Get Back on Track

Do you reach the middle of the year and wonder what happened in the past six months? It can be a shock to discover that your resolutions are lying in shreds or have been forgotten. What about the plans you had to start new creative projects…

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11 months ago

5 Ways to Tell if You Are Being Too Financially Generous with Your Adult Children

The U.S. economy expanded 1.6 percent in the first three months of 2021, compared with 1.1 percent in the final quarter of 2020. The economy shook off some of the lingering effects of the pandemic as consumers started spending again…

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