In this episode of Redefine Retirement, host Ryan Wheless sits down with Fritz Gilbert early retiree, FIRE movement advocate, and founder of The Retirement Manifesto blog to explore what it truly takes to build a fulfilling retirement that goes far beyond the numbers. Fritz shares his personal journey of retiring at 55, the emotional and psychological challenges he did not anticipate, and his framework for navigating the four phases of retirement from the honeymoon high to the disorientation of phase two and ultimately arriving at a purpose-filled phase four. From the importance of replacing the non-financial benefits of work like structure, identity, and relationships, to practical strategies around Roth conversions, sequence of return risk, healthcare bridging, and building a cash buffer before you retire, this conversation is a masterclass in preparing for retirement both emotionally and financially so you can make the most of your twelve good years.

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