You probably know a life of passion and fulfillment doesn’t have to end at retirement, but still, the gift of endless free time at retirement can bring unexpected frustration, boredom, confusion, and procrastination. You start to notice (you’re) not as connected to others — and yourself— as you once were.
You may not have a plan for how to get the most out of this next phase of your life. You may have challenges in the areas of family, friends, good health, and other intangibles that too often aren’t discussed, let alone planned for.
Maybe you feel that it’s too late to live up to your own hopes and dreams. Or, you may have long-held dreams but aren’t certain how to achieve them.
For the past 20 years I’ve studied ageism, with an emphasis on ageist language and its harmful effects. I’ve coached individuals to discover approaches to their later lives that bring them joy and transformation. My passion is to inspire and empower individuals to go beyond society’s notion of who we are based on our age.
I’ve explored the inner game of aging and retirement through my own life experiences.
As a matter of fact, I’ve walked my talk.
As a result of some of these remarkable experiences in my later life, one of my core beliefs is this:
Research shows that ageism can hurt your health. If people believe that mental and physical deterioration are inevitable, they lose their motivation. This attitude can even hinder our ability to stay involved and continue making significant economic and social impact as we age.
When I first met Colleen, she was not giving herself credit for her skills and talents. She was running a successful AirBnB in town, as well as a VRBO in the mountains of Oregon. She was teaching group ballroom dance classes as well as private lessons. As you can see, she was a very busy and productive woman earning more than adequate income — And yet, the first thing she ever said to me was, ‘I need a job.’
Here are three ways we can work together:
If you are someone who enjoys a self-directed learning experience, you will appreciate my online course. The course outlines core principles and a program for creating a happier retirement. There are eight modules with action steps all along the way.
The best part is, creating a fulfilling retirement doesn’t have to be hard. And you don’t have to do it alone. Partnering with a retirement coach who’s been there, done that, and come out on the other side having the time of her life, makes the journey of discovery a whole lot easier – and a lot more fun!
Sometimes working within a group setting can be a powerful motivator for change. This is a real-time immersive experience where you can completely unplug from your daily world for several days. You’ll enjoy free time and relaxing activities (think hot tub and stargazing in the high desert).