In today's video I talk about the retirement lessons I've learned in 2023 and then talk about the retirement goals I have for 2024.

2023 was a fun year for our retirement. We took a big trip for our 40th wedding anniversary and made some extra special memories.

I do have some good goals for 2024 and hope we can achieve them all.


What lessons have you learned for 2023? And what goals do you have for 2024?

Rightfully so, many people are nervous to retire. They have been working for 40ish years and the thought of retiring sends shivers down their spine.
Others are excited and can't wait to pull the plug.

No matter which one you are, don't let anyone tell you the RIGHT way for you to retire.

My best advice is there isn't ONE way to retire. There are many, many ways and what is right for one person may not be right for another. Take the time to research, ask questions, listen to podcasts and video's but make the BEST decision for you and your circumstances.

And don't be scared to say "this isn't what I expected" and try something new. Don't be scared to go back to work! Don't be scared to say I wasn't ready and don't be scared to say this is GREAT!

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Today is a repurposed video that I shared a few months ago as I"m on a plane to Airzona!!

I still get asked this question a lot. Or some version of the following - How do I know when it's time to RETIRE?

I'm scared to RETIRE, how will I know the time is right?

Everyone is telling me to RETIRE...will I know when to pull the plug?


This video outlines 5 reasons it's time to RETIRE NOW!!

In today's video I talk about the 3 phases a person will go through during their retirmenet.
They are, the GO-GO phase, the SLOW-GO phase and the NO-GO phase.

Typically when a person first retires, they want to enjoy as much as they can, they travel, do new things, try new activities and enjoy life to the fullest. As their retirement moves on and as they get older they begin to slow down and enter a different stage.

As they continue to age, they move into the NO-GO phase where travel isn't an option any longer. This video whole heartedly encourages you to enjoy life to the fullest while you can. Go, do thing, try new things and have fun.

Make your RETIREMENT REMARKABLE.

Are you ready to turn your life into your dream RETIREMENT? Me too!!

But what I didn't anticipate were these 3 challenges. When I pictured my retirement I saw fun, travel, excitement and enjoyment. And although I do manage to incorporate those into my retirement, I didn't think I'd also experience these three emotions.


Contents of Video

0:00 - Introduction
1:22 - Guilt
3:12 - Friends
5:11 - Lifestyle

For more information about the stages most people go through when they retire, check out this video on the 4 stages of retirement. https://youtu.be/pdUPJIA4psU

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People often look are so focused on the actual retirement date they often forget all of the crucial things they need to do in the 5 years prior to retirement.
But those years are very important to making your retirement remarkable.

Maureen explains the reasons why these years are so important and offers a few tips and strategies of what you can do to make your retirement THE best it can be.

Tip # 1 :50 Money, money, money
Tip # 2 2:29 Big Picture
Tip # 3 3:17 Health
Tip # 4 3:43 Dreams and plans

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Retirement should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment, not financial stress. Learn how to protect your hard-earned savings from common money traps in this eye-opening video.

These 6 crucial insights will help you to avoid financial mistakes during your retirement. Whether you're planning for retirement or already enjoying it, this information is vital to securing your financial well-being.

DISCLAIMER: I’m not a financial adviser. These videos are for educational purposes only. No official financial advice is being given. Please always check with a professional before making any investments or financial decisions. Your investments are your sole responsibility, these videos merely share my own opinions with no guarantee of gain or losses.

We've all been told to save, save, save for your RETIREMENT. But when is it time to STOP saving? When is it time to enjoy your savings? When is the COST of saving greater than the JOY of living?


DISCLAIMER: I’m not a financial adviser. These videos are for educational purposes only. No official financial advice is being given. Please always check with a professional before making any investments or financial decisions. Your investments are your sole responsibility, these videos merely share my own opinions with no guarantee of gain or losses.

Are you feeling a bit lonely or bored in retirement and looking to expand your social circle?

Join me in this video as I explore various ways to connect with others and make your retirement remarkable.

Whether it's joining community clubs, attending social events, or embracing technology there are things you can do to feel fulfilled. Retirement can be a fun and exciting time of your life but it can also be a bit of a challenge to stay busy and fulfilled.

I share with you some of the things I'm doing to make my retirement better. I'd love to hear what you are doing as well.

Retirement can be a significant life change, and it can also bring emotional challenges. The transition from a busy work schedule to more free time can be difficult to navigate, and some people may feel a sense of loss or purposelessness. It's important to understand that these feelings are normal and to find ways to cope with them.

In this podcast, we'll explore some strategies for dealing with the emotional challenges of retirement, such as setting new goals, finding new hobbies, staying connected with loved ones, and staying active and engaged in your community. Whether you're just about to retire or have already made the transition, this podcast will provide helpful tips and advice for staying emotionally healthy during this exciting time of change.


DISCLAIMER: I’m not a financial adviser. These videos are for educational purposes only. No official financial advice is being given. Please always check with a professional before making any investments or financial decisions. Your investments are your sole responsibility, these videos merely share my own opinions with no guarantee of gain or losses.

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