In retirement and beyond, strong social connections are at the heart of human happiness and fulfillment. But to create those solid relationships, you often need to learn how to dig deeper with your conversations.   

In this episode, we discuss: 

• Why quality of relationships is crucial for longevity and happiness
• How the “Coin’s Edge” philosophy helps you understand other points of view
• The importance of curiosity for growth
• How to have deeper conversations with the TALK acronym

Today's article is from The Atlantic titled, Don’t Make Small Talk. Think Big Talk. Listen in as Founder and CEO of Howard Bailey Financial, Casey Weade, breaks down the article and provides thoughtful insights and advice on how it applies to your unique financial situation.

Show Notes: RetireWithPurpose.com/486

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