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Retirement was supposed to be the season where life finally slowed down… but for many of us, it feels like we’re being pulled in every direction.In this video, I open up honestly about the emotional struggle of being part of the sandwich generation — trying to balance grandchildren, aging parents, marriage, travel, distance, and guilt… all at the same time.I talk about:

• feeling guilty for not seeing my grandchildren enough,
• worrying about my mom,
• struggling to balance retirement and travel with my husband Ken,
• and the emotional tug-of-war so many retirees quietly carry every day.

I’m also learning something important: wherever we are, we need to try to truly BE there. To be present in the moment instead of constantly feeling torn between the people we love.That doesn’t mean we stop caring. We still text, call, FaceTime, and stay connected. But maybe part of this stage of life is learning that love doesn’t always require us to physically be everywhere at once.

If you’ve ever felt stretched between generations, overwhelmed by responsibility, or guilty no matter what you do… this video is for you.

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Retirement is often sold as a dream, filled with white sand beaches and endless relaxation, but the reality can be quite different.

But what if some of the things we’ve been told about retirement simply aren’t true?
In this video, I’m sharing 13 of the biggest retirement lies and myths that many retirees discover after they leave work behind.
From “you’ll never feel stress again” to “you’ll sleep in every day” and “you’ll finally feel free,” retirement often looks very different than people imagine. Some surprises are wonderful. Others can leave people feeling confused, lonely, restless, or wondering why retirement doesn’t feel the way they expected.
If you are retired, close to retirement, or dreaming about retirement someday, this video may help you prepare for the emotional, mental, and lifestyle changes nobody really talks about.
Topics include:
• Retirement boredom
• Friendship changes
• Sleeping and energy
• Stress after retirement
• Freedom vs responsibility
• Travel expectations
• Feeling younger in retirement
• And more…

Retirement is not the end of life. For many people, it’s the beginning of learning who they are without the job title.

If you enjoy honest conversations about retirement lifestyle, purpose, travel, happiness, and aging well, I’d love to have you subscribe.

Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
1:13 - You'll finally be happy
2:02 - You'll be bored
2:55 - You'll sleep in
4:00 - You won't feel stress anymore
4:40 - Retirement is the end
5:12 - You'll travel all the time
5:55 - Retirement & marriage
7:10 - You'll feel young & free
8:04 - You'll know what to do
8:57 - You won't care what others think
9:48 - You'll spend less
10:19 - You're friendships won't change
11:17 - Retirement is freedom

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Retirement isn’t just about money… it’s about purpose, connection, happiness, and creating a life you truly enjoy.

In this episode, I sit down with retirement author and speaker Martin Hurlburt to talk about what makes retirement meaningful, how fear can hold us back, and why community matters more than ever after leaving the workforce. 

 Martin also shares two incredible FREE resources designed to help retirees live happier, more fulfilling lives.

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One of Martin’s most powerful ideas is encouraging retirees to meet weekly in small groups to discuss one chapter or step at a time. Retirement can sometimes feel isolating — but it doesn’t have to.
Whether you're newly retired, planning retirement, or searching for more joy and purpose in this next chapter, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and encouragement.

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How much money do you REALLY need to be happy in retirement?

It’s probably not the number you’ve been told.

In this video, we’re flipping the script on retirement planning. Because while money matters… it’s not only  what creates a truly happy retirement.
I’ll show you why the happiest retirees focus on three things most people overlook:
✔️ Meaningful relationships
✔️ A lifestyle that fits YOU
✔️ A sense of purpose after work

Too many people chase a number… and still feel lost when they get there. If you’re planning for retirement—or already there—this might completely change how you think about happiness.

What to YOU think matters for a happy retirement?  

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Many people believe retirement is about savings, pensions, and free time. And although that's a big part of it....there’s something even more powerful shaping your future: Your thoughts.

The thoughts, the beliefs you repeat every day may be creating either freedom, joy, purpose… or loneliness, fear, and stagnation.

In this video, we explore:
✔ Why some retirees thrive while others feel lost
✔ Negative thought patterns that quietly damage retirement
✔ How mindset shapes health, relationships, and happiness
✔ Practical steps to create a better next chapter
✔ Why it’s never too late to rebuild life after retirement

If retirement feels smaller than you hoped, this message may change everything.


Negative thoughts that damage retirement
3:38 - It's too late
4:15 - Nobody needs me
4:50 - I don't have enough money
5:15 - Nothing ever changes

How to change your retirement by changing your thoughts
5:50 - Catch your automatic thoughts
6:11 - Replace your thoughts with strong truths
6:36 - Act in alignment

BONUS - Every morning ask yourself - What kind of retirement am I thinking into existence today??

👉 Comment below: What thought do you need to release in retirement?

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Retirement should be exciting—not stressful and so in this episode of Life Starts at Retirement, I sit down with financial planner Brian Face to talk about retirement financial planning, common mistakes people make, and how to create confidence with your money in retirement.

We cover:
✅ How to create the lifestyle you want in retirement
✅ Common retirement planning mistakes
✅ Income strategies for retirement
✅ Managing fear about market downturns
✅ How to create peace of mind with your finances

 If you're getting close to retirement or already retired, this conversation can help you make smarter decisions and enjoy the next chapter of life.

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Have you ever wondered why some people live to 100… and still feel happy, healthy, and full of purpose?

In this video, I’m sharing my review of The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner — and more importantly, what it really means for us in retirement. This isn’t about extreme diets or complicated routines.
It’s about simple, powerful habits that people around the world use every day to live longer and better.

In this video, we’ll explore the 9 key lessons from the Blue Zones
✔ Movement is built into lifestyle
✔ Purpose doesn't retire
✔ Stress is managed not eliminated
✔ Eating simple and mindful
✔ People matter more than anything
✔ Eat mostly plants
✔ Enjoy life - in moderation 
✔ Your world is bigger than yourself
✔ Your environment shapes you

If you’re looking for more energy, more connection, and more purpose in retirement… this might just change the way you think about aging.

💬 I’d love to hear from you:
Which of these habits do you already practice?

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Retirement is supposed to feel like freedom… so why does the first year feel so different?

In this video, we’re talking about the reality of your first year of retirement—the part no one really prepares you for.
From the unexpected loss of structure… to the shift in identity… to that strange feeling when time suddenly works differently—this phase can catch even the most prepared retirees off guard. You might find yourself asking:

• Who am I now that I’m not working?
• Why do I feel unsettled when I thought I’d feel relaxed?
• Why does time feel both slow… and fast?

If you’ve felt this way—or you’re approaching retirement—this video will help you understand what’s normal, what’s happening beneath the surface, and how to move through it with confidence. Because retirement isn’t just a financial transition… it’s a life transition. And the first year? That’s where everything begins to shift.

👉 Have you experienced this in your first year of retirement? Or are you preparing for it?

You spent your whole life saving for retirement.....So why does spending that money feel so difficult?

 In this video, we talk about something many retirees struggle with but rarely discuss — the retirement spending sweet spot.
Some retirees spend too quickly and worry later.
Others become so cautious they miss out on the experiences they worked their whole life for.

So how do you find the balance? In this video, you’ll learn:

✔ Why it’s so hard to switch from saving to spending
✔ The two biggest retirement spending mistakes
✔ How to spend money without guilt or fear
✔ What truly creates a meaningful retirement
✔ How to find your own personal “sweet spot”

Because retirement isn’t just about having money…
It’s about using it to create a life you actually enjoy.

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Do you find it hard to spend money in retirement?

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What separates retirees who simply pass the time… from those who truly thrive?
Retirement isn’t just about stopping work—it’s about starting a new chapter with intention.

In this video, I’m sharing 5 powerful habits of successful retirees that can completely transform this stage of life from ordinary to extraordinary. We’ll explore:

✔️ Why structure brings freedom, not restriction
✔️ How movement fuels both your body and your energy
✔️ The importance of connection in avoiding loneliness
✔️ Why learning keeps your mind sharp and engaged
✔️ And how finding your purpose can give your days meaning again

These simple but powerful habits are what I’ve seen make the biggest difference—not just in my own life, but in the lives of retirees I meet all over the world.

If you’re retired, thinking about retiring, or want to make the most of this next chapter… this video is for you.
✨ Because life doesn’t slow down in retirement… it finally opens up.

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