MEaningful MEtirement™

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way?

This episode is your wake-up call. Because the truth is—you’re not exhausted from doing too much. You’re exhausted from doing too much of what doesn’t matter.

I’m joined by Marla Wright, and we’re breaking down what it really takes to reclaim your energy, set boundaries, and start living a life that actually feels aligned.

You’ll walk away with simple, actionable shifts to stop overgiving, reconnect with yourself, and make choices that support your next chapter—not drain it.

This isn’t about adding more to your life. It’s about finally letting go of what’s been holding you back.

About Marla Wright:

Marla Wright is a self proclaimed “joyologist”, a former bio/pharmaceutical executive, a dedicated mom, and loving wife who has consciously created a life of love, adventure and freedom - a role model for MEtirement. #3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak

What if retirement isn’t the end of something… but the beginning of who you were always meant to become?

In this powerful introduction to the MEaningful MEtirement podcast, Ceci Zak challenges everything we’ve been taught about aging, retirement, and what life after achievement is supposed to look like. Because if we’re living longer than ever before—why aren’t we talking more about how to live these years with joy, fulfillment, purpose, and freedom?

This podcast isn’t about slowing down. It’s about consciously creating a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and deeply your own.

• Why retirement needs a new definition: MEtirement
• The overlooked emotional side of life transitions
• Why growth, purpose, and reinvention never expire
• How health, relationships, and environment shape fulfillment
• What it means to intentionally create your best life in your 3rdTHIRD
• Why retirement may actually be your greatest opportunity yet

If you’ve ever asked yourself What now?—this podcast is for you.

Hosted by Ceci Zak, Meaningful MEtirement explores how to redefine retirement through conscious creation. Through honest conversations, expert insights, and deeply personal stories, the podcast helps listeners navigate life’s biggest transitions with more intention, self-awareness, and courage.

Focused on the emotional, physical, psychological, and purposeful aspects of aging, Meaningful MEtirement is designed for those who believe their next chapter isn’t about stepping back—it’s about becoming more of who they truly are.

Because your 3rdTHIRD may be the most meaningful chapter yet.

#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60 #LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak