Preparing for retirement means more than maxing out your 401k. Preserving our minds and bodies is equally as important because how else does one enjoy the fruits of their labor? Nobody wants to spend all their money on long-term care, doctors, and medications, right? Many of us believe that's just a fact of life, but it doesn't necessarily have to be. Surprisingly preserving your cognitive functions is a lot easier than you may think. And before going too far, no, there's no one end-all, be-all wonder drug that improves brain health and crossword puzzles aren't exactly all they are cracked up to be. So, what do we do? Get ready for a list of action items you didn't know you needed.

In a new episode of Absolute Trust Talk Live, Kirsten is joined by guest Dr. Quinn Kennedy. Dr. Kennedy has a Ph.D. in psychology, postdoctoral training in cognitive aging, and over 20 years of experience researching and investigating factors that affect older adults, decision-making, and memory performance. Her work has been recognized through multiple awards, grants, and peer journal publications. Not to mention, she's been featured on NPR, in the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and Science Magazine. In addition to regular speaking engagements, Dr. Kennedy has also launched a new webinar series related to retirement planning and brain health. Kirsten and Dr. Kennedy will be diving into some of the best strategies for taking care of one's mind to ensure quality brain health, including:

• How our brain function changes as we age.
• Planning ahead to preserve brain health and cognitive function.
• Resources available for anyone concerned about their brain function.
• Recent medical developments relating to dementia.

And more!

Whether you're just now beginning to plan for retirement or have been investing in your future for years, this is an episode that everyone should listen to. So, grab a pen and paper, take a seat, and press play.