The Return of an Old Habit As a woman of a certain age, I have an elderly parent and adult children. Over the last month, I found myself in an internal battle about where my responsibility ends and theirs begins. I’m exhausted after going several rounds – well, with myself. No one has specifically asked […]
Helping Became An Overwhelming Habit – Reclaiming My Time Read More »
“When an elder dies, a library burns to the ground.” This old African proverb deeply resonates with me, especially when I think of my own parents. My dad, in particular, was a wealth of knowledge. He loved to read, but more than that, he spent a lifetime learning how things worked, how to make them, and
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When people think about retirement, their first and often only thought is money in the bank. Becoming a certified coach at 56 was a significant shift from my corporate career – one of several new skills I’ve developed “post-retirement.” Recently, my vision as a coach has come into focus: I work with individuals in midlife
More Than Money: Planning a Meaningful Retirement Read More »
Possibilities and Changes in Retirement I see an incredible period of possibility in the 20 to 30 years of retirement. This stage of life is marked by numerous transitions and identity shifts. Our priorities, energy levels, health, and the people we interact with daily all change. We also need to plan our finances and living
A New Chapter: Adjusting to Life’s Surprises in Retirement Read More »
Retirement: Who do you want to be? What do you want in those 20-30 years? Have you found joy & purpose?
What Will You Do with Your 25 Years? A Retirement Coach’s Perspective Read More »
