What if the biggest risk to your retirement isn’t market volatility, but waking up to a calendar with nothing that matters on it? We dig into the side of planning most people ignore—how to design days that feel purposeful, healthy, and connected—and show why money alone can’t deliver a satisfying life after work.

We unpack a hard-hitting cautionary tale of “doing everything right” financially and still feeling lost, then break down the four non-financial pillars that drive happiness in retirement: purpose and meaning, health and wellness, social connections, and personal growth. From building a weekly rhythm you can’t wait to live, to budgeting for wellness like any core expense, to turning hobbies into real commitments, we share practical steps that turn savings into a life you love. You’ll hear how aligning couple expectations prevents conflict, why community is a protective factor against isolation and depression, and how ongoing learning keeps your identity vibrant.

We also connect lifestyle design with your financial strategy. Using the Retirement Income Style Awareness (RESA) framework, we explain how to match your income plan to the way you actually want to live—funding travel seasons, health investments, and passion projects with intention. This is where portfolios and purpose finally meet, giving you clarity, confidence, and energy for the years ahead.

If you’re ready to retire to something—not just from something—this conversation will help you craft a plan that protects your wealth and elevates your daily life. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s nearing retirement, and leave a review telling us the one non-financial habit you’ll start building this week.

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To learn more about Brad Pistole and the Ozark Retirement Group, please visit www.ozarksretirement.com