Life After 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…

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?

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

It all happened so quickly, where did the years go? But here we are, the first few years into retirement already. So much to be thankful for. Anyway, it’s the road ahead that matters. And so, setting out to look at some of the ways we go about making…

Oh, the joys of retirement! No bosses or supervisors, no deadlines, no meetings or annual reports! What a luxury to find yourself with endless hours of free time and nobody telling you what to do. I’ve been retired from my full-time career…