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Retirement isn’t just about finances. It’s about having the freedom to focus on what matters most: your family.
In this heartfelt episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker are joined by Dr. Sean Brotherson, Professor and Extension Family Science Specialist at North Dakota State University, to explore how retirees can deepen family connections, pass down values, and create meaningful traditions across generations.
From Saturday morning donut runs to turning family stories into lessons for resilience, this episode is filled with real ideas for building stronger relationships. Whether you’re a seasoned grandparent or just beginning to think about the legacy you want to leave, you’ll walk away with practical inspiration.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Resources:
Get your FREE B.O.S.S. Retirement Blueprint:
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About Sean Brotherson:
Sean Brotherson, Ph.D., is a professor and Family Life Specialist at North Dakota State University. With a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies, he has been educating families nationwide since 1998. He and his wife of 34 years have eight children and three grandchildren, and they love spending time together, traveling, and building lasting family connections.
By Tyson Thacker and Ryan ThackerRetirement isn’t just about finances. It’s about having the freedom to focus on what matters most: your family.
In this heartfelt episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker are joined by Dr. Sean Brotherson, Professor and Extension Family Science Specialist at North Dakota State University, to explore how retirees can deepen family connections, pass down values, and create meaningful traditions across generations.
From Saturday morning donut runs to turning family stories into lessons for resilience, this episode is filled with real ideas for building stronger relationships. Whether you’re a seasoned grandparent or just beginning to think about the legacy you want to leave, you’ll walk away with practical inspiration.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Resources:
Get your FREE B.O.S.S. Retirement Blueprint:
3 Ways to Respond:
Connect with Tyson Thacker:
Connect with Ryan Thacker:
Connect with Sean Brotherson:
About Sean Brotherson:
Sean Brotherson, Ph.D., is a professor and Family Life Specialist at North Dakota State University. With a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies, he has been educating families nationwide since 1998. He and his wife of 34 years have eight children and three grandchildren, and they love spending time together, traveling, and building lasting family connections.