Posts by Wendy
When Habits Sabotage What We Want in Retirement
We carry habits that sabotage into retirement without noticing. A reflection on digital noise, busyness, and choosing what matters. Enough As I sat down to write my first blog post of the year, I couldn’t help but feel the lingering effects of holiday overindulgence: too much food, too many desserts, a little too much wine.…
Read MoreWhat Science Says About Purpose in Retirement
People with a sense of purpose, big or small, are healthier, happier, sharper, and more resilient than those who don’t have one. Purpose acts almost like a daily vitamin for your brain, body, and emotional well-being. I bumped into an acquaintance at the grocery store earlier this week and was struck by the tone of…
Read MoreWhat the Heck Is a Retirement Coach?
Seriously, what is a Retirement Coach? I’m going to tell you…and how I help people design a remarkable next chapter. Most people understand what a financial planner does. Or a fitness coach. Or a life coach.But a retirement coach? Cue the confused look, the tilted head, the quiet, “…so what exactly is that?” Let me…
Read MoreThe Unexpected Gift of Helping Someone Else
Sometimes helping someone else is exactly what I need. As a coach, I’ve learned that we shouldn’t do for others what they can do for themselves. It robs people of the chance to solve their own problems and build confidence. Generally speaking, it’s a good rule to live by. Yet sometimes helping someone else brings unexpected gifts.…
Read MoreActive and Energetic in Retirement
Over the past year, I’ve noticed a distinct dip in my energy levels, which led me to take a closer look at my daily habits and how I move through my day. How do I stay active and energetic in retirement? Breaking my wrist last year was a setback, and once I recovered about 90%…
Read MoreMost Canadians Don’t Have a Retirement Plan
Because a Meaningful Retirement Takes More Than Money The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (yes – that would be the other CIA) noted in February of 2025 that their research indicates “that over half of Canadians don’t have a comprehensive retirement plan, and only 44% of Canadians without a plan expect to live comfortably in retirement.”…
Read MoreBucket List or Compass? Design a Retirement You Love
People arrive at retirement for different reasons and in varying degrees of readiness. Often, the overarching goals are to spend time with loved ones and keep busy. But here’s the question worth asking: is that enough to build a successful retirement? Why We Retire Isn’t Always About Work According to the Ontario Securities Commission in 2024,…
Read MoreWhen the Future Feels Foggy: Start Dreaming Again
When the Path Ahead Feels Cloudy When the future feels foggy, start dreaming instead of getting busy! Have you ever looked ahead and felt like the way forward was covered in fog? Retirement can feel exactly like that. It’s exciting, but also unclear. After decades of working, raising families, and filling our days with endless…
Read MoreHow to Spend Your Time in Retirement?
Retirement Opens a New Chapter Retirement brings endless possibilities. With 20–30 years ahead, how will you use this precious time? For many, that question is exciting, and a little nerve-wracking. After all, you don’t want to waste your days, but it’s not always clear what a fulfilling retirement actually looks like. Many of us have…
Read MoreCreating Meaning in Retirement
Just how do we live meaning in retirement? In my last post, I left you with a question:“What would shift if your goal wasn’t to fill your days… but to feel them?” I like to think I’m bringing joy, intention, and meaning into each day. But truth be told, I’m also a bit like a kid in…
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