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Hello Mindsetters! We took a short break during the holidays, but we're back and ready to bring you great new content for the New Year in 2026!

As we step into 2026, this Five Minute Friday is a moment to pause, reflect, and intentionally move forward. Bob looks back on 2025 as a transformative year—one defined by a shift into a new retired mindset grounded in intention, optimism, and creativity.

That shift led to the creation of The Retired Mindset podcast as a creative outlet and community space for sharing perspectives, lessons learned, and encouragement for those navigating retirement with purpose.

This episode invites listeners to honor the blessings and lessons of the past year while embracing 2026 as a season of fresh beginnings, new opportunities, and meaningful growth. With gratitude as a foundation and optimism as a guide, retirement becomes not an ending—but an intentional redesign of life.

Key Themes

• Reflection on a transformative year in retirement
• Gratitude for lessons learned and blessings received
• Embracing creativity and purpose after leaving traditional work
• Viewing retirement as a fresh chapter, not a finish line
• Setting goals rooted in intention rather than obligation
• Facing challenges with confidence and self-belief
• Living each day as a gift waiting to be unwrapped

Key Takeaways

• Retirement is a redesign, not a retreat. It’s an opportunity to reimagine how you live, create, and contribute.
• Looking back with gratitude brings clarity moving forward. Reflection helps guide better decisions in the future.
• Creativity fuels the soul in retirement. New outlets and ideas keep purpose alive.
• Optimism is a daily choice. It shapes how we approach both opportunity and adversity.
• Each day matters. Treat every day as a gift and an invitation to live fully.
• Challenges are part of the journey—but so is resilience. You’ve overcome obstacles before, and you will again.

Reflection Question for Mindsetters

As you begin 2026, what lessons from the past year do you want to carry forward—and what new dreams are you ready to pursue?

Closing Thought

Retirement is a journey best traveled with intention, gratitude, and an open heart.
In this next chapter, remember, in retirement:

Soul Meets Body.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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In this soulful and scenic episode, recorded amidst mountain winds coming off of Lake McLeod in the Eastern Sierra, host Bob Preston sits down with longtime friend and nature photographer Alan Kassan. In retirement, Alan traded his career and office life for wide-open skies, rugged alpine trails, and a custom Sprinter van built for adventure.

Together, they explore what it means to retire with intention and purpose —not away from something, but boldly toward a life filled with passion, creativity, and connection to the natural world. From the Sierra Nevada to Yosemite to the eastern edge of Highway 395, Alan shares how the road became his teacher, his retreat, photography studio, and his canvas.

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Themes:
1. Retiring Toward Something Meaningful
Alan’s journey illustrates the mindset shift that makes retirement transformative: choosing purpose over pause, exploration over stagnation, and curiosity over comfort.

2. Roaming with a Purpose:
Alan dives into nature while traveling in his customized Sprinter van—off-grid camping, favorite routes along Highway 395, the challenges behind the scenic Instagram moments, and the incredible payoff of waking up exactly where inspiration strikes.

4. Photography as a Passion
Photography became more than a hobby—it became a new identity that gave Alan structure, creativity, and personal meaning in retirement. He shares how being behind the camera helped him slow down, pay attention, and live more mindfully.

5. Beginning a Creative Journey at Any Age:
For listeners dreaming about writing, painting, photographing, or building something new, Alan offers grounded, heartfelt advice: Start small. Start messy. Just start.

Key Takeaway:
Retirement Is a Beginning, Not an Ending:
Letting go of a career opens space for reinvention, self-discovery, and ambitious personal adventures.

Call to Action:
If this episode inspires you, take an intentional step toward something that sparks curiosity or joy. Whether it’s a creative pursuit, a new outdoor habit, or simply exploring a passion you’ve put off—start today.

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In this Five Minute Friday, Bob is exploring why retirement isn’t the end of personal growth and development — it’s the beginning of an entirely new, more intentional chapter. Personal development becomes not just optional, but essential, as we navigate the blank canvas of this phase of life. From identity shifts to curiosity, creativity, and building new habits, this episode reframes personal growth and development as a powerful fuel for happiness, meaning, and fulfillment in retirement.

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Key Talking Points:

1. A New Beginning, Not a Slowdown

Retirement frees us from the constant deadlines, deliverables, and identity tied to a career. But that freedom can feel unsettling without structure or purpose. Personal development becomes the bridge from “What now?” to “What’s next?”

2. The Retired Mindset Shift:

Growth doesn’t end at 60, 70, or 80 — unless we decide it does. Curiosity is one of the most youthful energies we have. I've learned along my retirement journey that personal development at this stage is less about climbing ladders and more about exploring:

* New skills

* New passions

* New communities

* New challenges

3. Identity Beyond the Job Title:

Many retirees discover how much of their identity was linked to their career. My goal in retirement has been to create a sense of self-worth and direction. Personal growth and development become the work of rediscovering who you are — and who you want to be now. It can include:

* Journaling

* Fun classes or new certifications

* Creative passions and pursuits

* Physical or mental training

* Spiritual grounding

4. The Power of Small, Daily Habits:

Small commitments such as these will create consistency — and consistency creates momentum.

* Five minutes of stretching.

* Five minutes of early morning meditation.

* Reading 10 pages or listening to a Blinkist audio.

* One mindful walk.

* One new conversation.

6. Real-Life Example From Bobby P:

For me, personal development in retirement is ongoing, energizing, and deeply fulfilling. I like the early morning before the world wakes up. I'm in the 5am club, rising before everyone,  to meditate, listen to my Blinkist library, journal, or just watch the sunrise. Starting the day right helps me maintain my retired mindset for the rest of the day.

Key Takeaways:

* Personal development doesn’t have an age limit. Growth keeps us energized and emotionally healthy. 

* Retirement is an opportunity to design who we want to become next.

* Progress beats perfection. Small daily improvements create massive long-term transformation.

* You’re allowed to reinvent yourself at any time — and retirement is the perfect season to do it.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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 As we head into Thanksgiving week, today’s Five Minute Friday is all about one of the most grounding and transformative practices we have in retirement: gratitude. 

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The Emotional Shift Into Retirement 

Retirement isn’t just a logistical change — it’s an emotional one. The routines fade, the job titles disappear, and the calendar opens up. That newfound space can feel freeing… but also a little unsettling. 

Practicing gratitude helps anchor us through this transition. It reminds us of what’s constant, what’s meaningful, and what we often overlook. 

Why Gratitude Matters Even More Now 

For the first time in decades, retirement gives us time — time to slow down, reflect, and actually notice our lives. When the deadlines and noise drop away, what remains? 

• The people who shaped us
• The friends who supported us
• The family who lifted us up
• The moments we rushed through on the way to somewhere else

Retirement lets us finally see those things clearly — if we choose to look.

A Thanksgiving Reminder 

Thanksgiving isn’t just about food (though no complaints there).
 It’s a built-in pause button — a moment to look around the table, literal or symbolic, and think: “Wow. I’m lucky.” 

And here’s the truth:  In retirement, every day can be Thanksgiving. It’s not about the holiday — it’s about the mindset. 

Your Weekend Gratitude Challenge 

Before Monday arrives, try this simple exercise: 

1. Write down three things you’re grateful for — anything, big or small.
2. Share one of them with someone you care about.

Gratitude multiplies when it’s expressed. Gratitude isn’t just a feeling —
It’s a practice, an expression, and a powerful tool for shaping this stage of life. 

Wishing you a warm, connected, and grateful Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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In this episode of The Retired Mindset, Bob sits down with Dr. Jaimie Arona Krems, Associate Professor of Psychology at UCLA and Co-Founder/Director of the UCLA Center for Friendship Research—the first academic hub dedicated to decoding and strengthening human social connection. This conversation is filled with warmth, science, humor, and wisdom you can put into practice today. 

Retirement is often described as a “new chapter,” but no one hands us the roadmap for rebuilding community, belonging, and close friendships once the workplace's structure disappears. As Dr. Krems explains, friendship isn’t just a bonus in our later years… It’s biological medicine. It supports longevity, mental health, resilience, and our sense of identity.

Together, we explore why friendships matter more than ever in retirement, why so many people struggle to build or maintain meaningful connections, and how the emerging science of friendship can help us create what Dr. Krems calls “anti-lonely brains.”

Key Takeaways:

• Why friendship is the “silver bullet” for health and happiness

Dr. Krems breaks down the research showing that strong friendships can improve physical health, support mental well-being, reduce stress, and even lengthen our lifespan.

• The Loneliness Epidemic + the Friendship Recession

We discuss why so many retirees experience deep loneliness—even when life looks “full”—and how cultural shifts, mobility, and workplace retirement contribute to shrinking social circles.

• What friendship evolved to do

Dr. Krems explains, through an evolutionary psychology lens, why our brains are wired for close bonds… and why modern society makes achieving them harder than ever.

• Why many retirees struggle to rebuild friendships

From lost routines to geographic distance, we explore the emotional and logistical reasons why connection becomes more challenging later in life.

• Practical science-backed ways to build “anti-lonely brains”

Specific, actionable strategies for creating and maintaining friendships in retirement.

• Quality vs. quantity

Why the power of friendship isn’t about having dozens of contacts—but having a small circle of people you can trust.

• Navigating the emotional vulnerability of making new friends

Dr. Krems shares insights on overcoming the discomfort, self-doubt, and social hesitation that many retirees feel.

• How to strengthen existing friendships

Retirement gives us precious time—but intentional effort is still required. Dr. Krems offers evidence-based ways to rekindle, deepen, or repair meaningful relationships.

Connect with Dr. Jaimie Krems: 

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UCLA Center for Friendship Research

UCLA Social Minds Lab

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This week on Five Minute Friday, we’re taking on a big cultural myth — one that desperately needs a modern-day reboot.

You’ve heard the phrase “The Golden Years” your whole life, right? That overly sentimental term that sounds like it was pulled straight from a 1970s retirement brochure — smiling couple, pastel sweaters, beach walk, soft-focus camera lens… maybe a gentle flute solo in the background?

Yeah. That phrase.

Here’s the problem: “Golden Years” unintentionally suggests winding down. It paints retirement as a mellow, static stage meant for rocking chairs, sunset-watching, and slow-motion pancake flipping. Nice, but… not exactly inspiring.

And let’s be honest — gold doesn’t bend.
 It’s inflexible.
Exactly the mindset we do not want heading into retirement.

In this episode, Bob challenges the whole idea and makes the case for a full-on rebrand:

• Retirement isn’t a final act — it’s an encore. And not a quiet one. Think pyrotechnics, laser lights, a guitar solo, and a crowd screaming for more.
• These aren’t years to coast — they’re years to level up.
• Instead of “Golden Years,” maybe it’s time to call them:
  • The Prime Time Years
  • The Bonus Round
  • The Heck Yeah Years

Bob shares his own journey — how he initially fell into the “slow down” mindset after retiring… before quickly realizing he wasn’t built for that. Launching this podcast, exploring new passions, learning new things — this stage of life didn’t shrink him. It expanded him.

And the invitation to listeners?

Define this era for yourself. Boldly. Loudly. Honestly.
If someone says, “Enjoy those Golden Years,” feel free to reply:
“Nope — these are my Shining Years. My Bold Years. My Heck-Yeah-I’m-Still-Here Years.”

Because retirement isn’t the end of the road.
 It’s the off-ramp to everything you finally have time to do, pursue, build, and become.

Life doesn’t fade after 60 — it gets brighter. And remember, in retirement, Soul Meets Body.

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In this week’s Five Minute Friday, host Bobby P reflects on one of the most significant emotional shifts in retirement: the loss — and rediscovery — of community. When we step away from full-time work, we don’t just give up tasks, meetings, and responsibilities; we lose the daily contact, camaraderie, and shared sense of purpose that quietly shaped our lives for decades.

Through his experiences in Mammoth’s Host Department and simple moments back home in Del Mar, Bob explores how community shows up in unexpected ways — and how essential it is for meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in retirement.

Key Takeaways

• Retirement ≠ Isolation: Stepping away from work often means stepping away from built-in social structure.
• Busy Isn’t Connected: Travel and projects fill time, but they don’t necessarily fill the connection gap.
• Community is Everywhere: Whether it’s a mountain crew swapping stories or neighbors chatting on a beach walk, community shows up in big and small ways.
• Purpose Doesn’t Retire: Staying engaged with others fuels curiosity, fulfillment, and emotional health.

Weekend Challenge

This weekend, try one of the following:

• Reach out to someone you’ve lost touch with.
• Say yes to an invitation you might normally skip.
• Join a group, club, or volunteer shift.
• Take a walk and strike up a conversation with a neighbor.

Small actions build strong communities — one conversation at a time.

Closing Thought

Stay connected.
 Stay curious.
 And keep building the community that makes retirement not just a phase… but a deeply meaningful journey.

Because in retirement — Soul Meets Body.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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In this powerful Part II conversation, Bob Preston welcomes back aviation legend Rogers E. Smith—NASA test pilot, SR-71 Blackbird pilot, and lifelong student of leadership and passion—to explore how he has carried his core values into retirement.

In Part I, Rogers shared stories from his extraordinary flying career. Today, the conversation shifts from the cockpit to the next chapter of life: how to build purpose, meaning, and fulfillment after stepping away from a high-achievement career.

Rogers opens up about his philosophies on money and fulfillment, the two guiding principles that shaped his entire journey (“leadership” and “passion”), and how those same values continue to guide him through retirement. Bob and Rogers discuss the emotional transition out of a career you love, facing self-doubt, what he wishes he had known earlier, and how he stays connected through community—especially in Coronado and Mammoth.

Listeners will also hear the inside story of Rogers and his wife Judy’s longtime involvement with the Mammoth Mountain Host/Safety team, where he and Bob serve together today.

This episode is filled with wisdom, humility, and heartfelt perspective from someone who has lived boldly, stayed curious, and continues to lead with integrity well into retirement.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why money matters—but isn’t enough—for fulfillment
• The lifelong power of living by two simple values: leadership and passion
• How to know when you’re truly ready to retire
• Whether top performers regret stepping away from their careers
• How to bring your best qualities into retired life
• What Rogers wishes he knew before retiring
• Why he splits his time between Coronado and Mammoth Lakes
• How he and Judy stay active, engaged, and connected through community
• Practical philosophies for “living great” in retirement

If you’re preparing for retirement—or already in it—Rogers’ wisdom offers a grounded and inspiring roadmap for designing a meaningful next chapter.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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In this week’s Five Minute Friday, podcast host Bob Preston reflects on the true joy that comes from giving back — inspired by one of his lifelong heroes, legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, who once said:

“Nothing can give you greater joy than doing something for another.”

From growing up a passionate UCLA basketball fan to serving today as Vice Chair of Communications on the UCLA Parents’ Council, Bob shares how volunteering has become a cornerstone of his retired life — providing connection, community, and renewed purpose. He explores why giving back isn’t just about helping others — it’s also about nourishing the human spirit and rediscovering our sense of worth beyond work.

Key Takeaways
• Retirement gifts us something precious — time — but how we choose to use it defines our fulfillment.
• Volunteering bridges the gap between purpose and community, keeping us connected and grounded.
• Studies show retirees who give back experience better health, lower stress, and greater happiness.
• Service is a way to stay engaged and apply the leadership, empathy, and wisdom built over a lifetime.
• As Coach Wooden taught us: “The greatest joy in life comes from helping another.”

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If this message resonated with you, pay it forward!

Share The Retired Mindset podcast with a friend, leave a review, or tell Bob about your own volunteer journey through social media comments or through our website TheRetiredMindset.com.

And remember, in retirement, "Soul Meets Body.”

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Hey Mindsetters! TGIF — and welcome back to another Five Minute Friday with me, Bob Preston. This week, Podcast Host, Bob Preston is coming to you from the base of beautiful Mammoth Mountain, where the air is fresh, the peaks are dusted with early snow, and the message is clear — retirement health is about more than just staying busy.

In this episode, Bob opens up about what he has learned regarding the connection between mental and physical health in retirement. From his 5 am routine of mindfulness, meditation, and reading to his outdoor adventures around Mammoth and Del Mar, Bob shares how small daily habits can transform how you think, move, and live.

Retirement doesn’t mean your mind or body gets to retire. The key is balance — keeping both strong, connected, and working together to help you feel vibrant and alive.

Key Takeaways

1. Mental Health Is the “Inside Game.”

• Retirement can bring unexpected quiet and even loneliness.
• Establishing a daily mindset routine — like meditation, reading, or journaling — creates purpose and mental structure.
• Mental strength is like a muscle; if you don’t use it, you lose it.

2. Movement Is Medicine.

• Staying physically active keeps your energy high and your mood elevated.
• Movement doesn’t have to be extreme — hikes, walks, yoga, or light weight training all count.
• Consistency matters more than intensity.

3. The Mind–Body Connection Is Real.

• When you move your body, your mind feels sharper.
• Good sleep, nutrition, and mindfulness all feed into your physical vitality.
• Neglect one, and the other struggles — nurture both, and you thrive.

4. Your Challenge This Week:

• Do one thing that strengthens your mind (meditate, read, reflect).
• Do one thing that strengthens your body (walk, stretch, or exercise).
• Small steps create lasting shifts — retirement is what you make of it.

Retirement isn’t just about having time — it’s about how you use it. Nurture your mind, move your body, and everything else will start to flow. Stay curious, stay active, and as always — keep your retired mindset strong.

This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed therapist, and this podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. 

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