"Beyond the 401k: Building a retirement rich in meaning, connection, and authentic living"
Planning for retirement presents significant financial challenges for American households. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2024 analysis, retired persons spent an average of $54,975 annually in 2022, with the most recent data showing substantial household spending remains a primary concern for those living…
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Starting new friendships after retirement is not only possible but essential for healthy aging, with research showing that 37% of older US adults aged 50-80 experience loneliness and 34% report feeling socially isolated, making social connection a critical health priority. The good news is that…
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The question "what will I do with all my free time in retirement" has never been more relevant. Retirees today enjoy an average of 7.5 hours of leisure time daily – more than any other age group – yet many still struggle with the transition…
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The desire to age in place—to stay in your home and grow older comfortably in familiar surroundings—has never been stronger among American adults. According to AARP's 2024 Home and Community Preferences Survey, a remarkable 75% of adults aged 50 and older express a strong preference…
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When former President Ulysses S. Grant transitioned from the most powerful office in America to civilian life, he confided to a friend: "I am now simply Ulysses S. Grant, and I am trying to get used to it." This candid admission reveals a truth that…
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