Finding Purpose In Retirement
When I meet with clients face to face or address listener questions on the radio and podcast, I always emphasize this. So, what exactly are core pursuits? I like to describe them as 'hobbies on steroids.'
Following the steps to build a solid financial foundation is critical to finding happiness in retirement. But once the economic infrastructure is in place, folks struggle with the next part — finding purpose.
Need a little help? Use our Core Pursuit Finder: https://www.wesmoss.com/core-pursuit-finder/
The Five Lifestyle Secrets Of Happy Retirees
Cultivate a fulfilling lifestyle that lays the groundwork for your happiest retirement.
Whether you're engaging in purposeful activities, nurturing relationships, or prioritizing self-care, I uncover the lifestyle habits that will empower you to thrive in every aspect of your retirement journey.
Learn more habits that can enhance your happiness in retirement with my newest book, "What The Happiest Retirees Know": https://wesmossbooks.com
Retirement Crossroads: Lump Sum Vs. Pension And The Test That Helps You Decide
If you're caught between choosing a lump sum payout or a monthly pension payment, the 6% test can aid in making an informed choice.
I break down the math behind the 6% test alongside examples, how inflation alters these payments, and what this decision means for your retirement plan. Which one makes the most sense for you?
The Retire Sooner team can help you make a knowledgeable choice. Here's more info to get started: https://bit.ly/426J2Dd
The Five Money Secrets Of Happy Retirees
One money habit that may help you retire happier: Have a Minimum of $500,000 in Liquid Retirement Savings
Here are a few more of my money secrets based on my research on happy retirees.
Remember, it takes mixing social habits, lifestyle choices, and even a dash of core pursuits to create strong money habits as you approach retirement. While all of these ingredients are essential to building the retirement of your dreams, one significant aspect should be a priority in your retirement plan: MONEY.
If you'd like help with any one or ALL of those habits, just click the link below.
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A lot of us have a rocky relationship with money, however, if we analyzed our funds from a different perspective this could possibly change our outlook and relationship with money.
To help in improving our connection with our capital and uncover the trick we need to change our relationship with money, I called on Ken Honda, a worldwide, well-known author whose books have sold more than 8 million copies, including his latest book called Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace With Your Money. Ken explains happy money versus unhappy money, reveals two ways to find peace and happiness with money, and explains how appreciating your funds can help you appreciate other things in your life.
Tune into the full episode here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/133-one-trick-to-change-your-relationship-with-money-from-ken-honda/
Financial literacy is essential to building financial success for the younger generation, including our children.
To help us learn more about educating this generation on the importance of finances, I called on Dan Sheeks, Owner and Founder Of Sheeks Freaks LLC, author, high school business/marketing teacher, personal finance advocate, and real estate investor for this week’s episode of Retire Sooner.
Listen as Dan reveals why he never uses the word “retire,” the difference between income versus wealth, and we touch on credit cards and retirement accounts.
The full episode is here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/131-instilling-financial-literacy-in-younger-generations-with-dan-sheeks/
Ready to thrive in your retirement?
Tune into episode #123 of Retire Sooner as Patrice Jenkins, PhD., an organizational psychologist, retirement speaker, Founder of Day One Dreams, and author of “What Will I Do All Day?: Wisdom to Get You Over Retirement and On With Living!” explains how it’s never too late to go after your dreams, figuring out retirement as you go, and so much more.
Listen to the full episode here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/123-thriving-in-life-and-retirement-with-patrice-jenkins/
The ideal leader has empathy, integrity, and confidence, as well as two important qualities; trust and inspiration. In this episode of Retire Sooner, I sit down with Stephen M. R. Covey, a New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, writer, public speaker, co-founder and CEO of CoveyLink Worldwide, and former President and CEO of Covey Leadership Center, to talk over leading by trust and inspiration.
Stephen discusses how a good leader can help you feel purpose and meaning, reveals why the best relationships are centered around trusting each other, and his method for restoring trust.
Listen to the full episode here: https://www.wesmoss.com/news/112-leading-by-trust-and-inspiration-with-stephen-m-r-covey/
When some hear the word “meditation” the relief of stress and pain, deepening your thoughts, and connecting to your emotions instantly comes to mind. But how do you get started with a practice that reaps so many benefits?
New York Times bestselling author, podcast host of the Metta Hour Podcast, meditation teacher, and co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society, Sharon Salzberg, joins me on this episode of Retire Sooner to explain the upside of meditation and how to get started.
Listen to the full episode at the link below.
https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/104-the-power-of-meditation-and-how-to-get-started-with-sharon-salzberg/
Recently I had the chance to sit down for an episode of Retire Sooner with The Co-President of FrommerMedia, Editorial Director of Frommer's Travel Guides, author of the best-selling "Frommer's EasyGuide to New York City" and "Frommer's New York City Day by Day", co-host of The Travel Show podcast and keynote speaker, Pauline Frommer, to tackle the finer points of traveling.
During the episode, she shares her family history in the travel industry, resources for budgeting your stays, utilizing a travel agent, and her tips for getting quality sleep while traveling.
This episode will leave you ready to book your next trip. Listen here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/101-its-time-to-plan-your-next-trip-with-pauline-frommer/
In this episode of Retire Sooner, I sit down with Trish Lopez, as we discuss mending the digital divide between seniors and technology. Trish is the Founder of Teeniors, a business created to connect tech savvy teens with tech hungry adults and seniors.
Trish shares her journey and the history behind Teeniors, addresses the impact of her business on seniors and stresses why it’s important to never stop learning.
Listen to the full episode here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/91-maximizing-technology-for-seniors-with-trish-lopez/
In this episode of Retire Sooner, I sit down with Professor of Psychology and Public Policy and the Director of the Stanford Center on Longevity, Laura Carstensen to discuss the correlation between aging and happiness.
Does our happiness mimic our growing age? Will we be as happy at 65 as we were at 25, or will we find ourselves even happier?
You don’t want to miss this episode!
Click below to listen now and find out how Laura's research corresponds with my ongoing studies of happy retirees.
https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/89-the-correlation-between-aging-and-happiness-with-laura-carstensen/
Reaching retirement is one thing, however, what happens when you bring aging into the equation? Though it’s a tough conversation to have, both with aging parents and with yourself, preparing at an early age can make the transition into senior living appear a little less daunting.
I’m joined by Senior Transition Specialist, Founder and President of Lianas Services Senior Transition Support, and Co-Host of Life Unrehearsed, Matt Del Vecchio to discuss the importance of preparing for the second half of retirement and having those difficult conversations around senior living. Matt also reveals what aspects of retirement are often overlooked, shares what to consider when seeking the ideal senior living facility, as well as his favorite piece of financial advice for those heading into retirement.
Listen to the full episode here: https://www.wesmoss.com/podcasts/87-planning-for-the-second-half-of-retirement-and-senior-living-with-matt-del-vecchio/
