Re-tired: New Tread

This episode is the first in a special, limited series entitled Moving On. The central concept of our Re-tired podcast is discussing and understanding new identities that we take on throughout our lives. People of re-tirement age often must confront the inevitable reality of losing parents. In this series, Sue narrates her experience of the recent death of her father.

Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor/ Graphics

Music by Pixabay.com

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It's bold living by the motto 'No Regrets'. Tina and Sue have embraced 'Live and Learn' as their way of confronting regret. We all make mistakes, both big and small. Regret provides the opportunity to process feelings of sorrow, disappointment, and remorse so that personal growth can occur. The power of a growth mindset in dealing with regret helps us avoid making the same mistakes over and over.

References:

NYT Opinion Today: 'How to Live with Regret' by Cornelia Channing, 8/8/24

'The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward' by Daniel Pink, Riverhead Books, 2022

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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No surprise that many of the items on Tina's and Sue's Bucket Lists is travel. The gals talk about Bucket List items that have been checked off, and those still waiting to be accomplished. They even have committed to doing one together! What could it be?

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Tina and Sue were delighted to learn that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is Kamala Harris's VP pick! Here's some of what they've learned about the next Vice President of the United States. Walz re-tired from the US Army National Guard after 24 years of service, he taught English for a year in China, he's a re-tired high school teacher and football couch, and he signed a bill into law with purple ink in honor of Prince!

Reference:

'19 Facts About Tim Walz, Harris's Pick for Vice President', Simon J. Lavien & Maggie Astor; New York Times, 8/7/24

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Tina was inspired by the shocking choice of John Robbins (heir to Baskin-Robbins wealth) to walk away from the ice cream empire for a more meaningful life. The gals discuss what it takes to move past the natural instinct for self-preservation to take action that moral courage requires. Why do the risks inhibit us too often?

References:

John Robbins' 'Love Over Money' trailer, Gaia.com

On Purpose With Jay Shetty, podcast

The Mel Robbins Podcast

The Rich Roll Podcast

Berne Brown's 'Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone'

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Tina & Sue have made their foray into the discussion of politics! Why? Because there is hope! With their belief in positivity and respectfulness, the gals discuss presidential candidate Kamala Harris. Her origin story, her passion for protecting the rights of women and children, and her joyful laugh are a few of the many reasons that Vice President Harris will be a great president. Top on the reasons for supporting Harris is her adamant respect for the rule of law and defense of our Constitution.

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Do you speak up when you witness children behaving poorly? Tina and Sue discuss how they wrestle with their teacher instincts to monitor kids' behavior -- ever vigilant, the eternal yard duty syndrome. At the same time, they celebrate the freedom to be more themselves in public.

Reference:

'Rules for Teachers in 1872 & 1915', openculture

.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Summer fun continues! Tina and Sue have known each other for many years, but do they believe in what astrology says about them? Tina is a Gen X Scorpio and Sue is a Boomer Leo. Both find some general characteristics that they relate to , but they don't always agree with what the stars say.

References:

ask-oracle.com, horoscope.com, instyle

.com, today.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Gigi welcomes listeners as Tina & Sue explore the differences of what summer means to those re-tired from the classroom and what it was like for them as teachers. Summer is full of vibrant imagery and nostalgia: tomatoes, fresh corn, camping, swimming, freedom. As Mary Oliver asked, "What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"

Reference:

"The Summer Day" by Mary Oliver

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

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Tina and Sue are seasoned travelers, but there is always room for travel tips, especially in our ever-changing world. The gals has tips for planning, packing, during travel, and the afterglow. Their biggest difference is advise on packing. Tina has put on new tread, and now will nonchalantly toss her clothes in her suitcase, even sitting on it to zipper it close, while Sue relishes the anticipation and organization of packing.

Links (we wouldn't mind a sponsorship):

hotel tonight.com; ricksteves.com; shutterfly.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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email: [email protected]

This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.

All rights reserved.