In this episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael empowers you to make one of the biggest decisions you'll face on your longevity journey: Where and how you’ll live out your best years.
Are you ready to design a lifestyle that supports your health, wealth, and happiness for decades to come? Join Rachael as she reveals three powerful paths to thriving in retirement:
Thriving-in-Place: Love where you live? Learn how to age gracefully in your own home, strengthening ties to your community and maintaining the stability you cherish.
Strategic Downsizing: Feel ready for a simpler, more flexible life? Discover how moving to a smaller home or a new area could free up time, money, and energy for your passions.
The Sunbird Lifestyle: Crave a life full of seasonal variety? Find out how splitting your time between two homes can optimize your health and make life feel like a constant adventure.
Packed with real-life insights, practical tips, and an honest look at each option’s pros and cons, this episode will help you pinpoint the lifestyle that fits your personality, health needs, and life goals.
Special Bonus: Want personalized guidance? Download Rachael’s Lifestyle Longevity Assessment (link in the show notes!) to see which path is truly right for you.
Tune in now, and let’s make your next act your best act!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Thriving in place, Downsizing, and Sunbird Lifestyles
02:12 The Upsides and Downsides to Thriving-in-place
03:43 The Upsides and Downsides to Downsizing
05:08 The Upsides and Downsides to the Sunbird Strategy
06:31 Which Strategy Fits Your Personality Best?
08:00 Red Flags and Green Lights for Each Lifestyle Strategy
09:47 Think Long Game and Be Proactive Regardless of Strategy
11:45 Take the Lifestyle Longevity Self-Assessment
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Lifestyle Longevity Assessment: https://bit.ly/3Ajb46K
Connect with Rachael: https://calendly.com/rachael-vanpelt/discovery
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Rachael Van Pelt, PhD, is a healthspan scientist, coach, Realtor, and investor dedicated to helping pre-retirees design a lifestyle that supports health, wealth, and happiness for the long haul. With a unique blend of expertise in longevity research, lifestyle coaching, and real estate, Rachael specializes in guiding clients toward their ideal next chapter—whether it’s downsizing, embracing a sunbird lifestyle, or simply optimizing the home they love. Through her innovative approach, Rachael empowers her clients to choose the path that enhances their health and longevity, ensuring that their retirement years are as vibrant, fulfilling, and financially secure as possible.
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