The missing link for many boomers is that they have failed to plan early enough for retirement… as early as 10 years out I suggest and if married, with both partners participating.
My theory is that as we grow in our professional lives we consistently compromise ourselves in order to fit in and to be successful. When this happens over several decades we actually lose track of our core-selves. When we leave our careers we leave behind our professional identity, along with all the other familiarities and privileges associated with work. Because work has likely been so all-consuming new and happy-ever-after “R” lives become more of a chore and anxiety as we attempt to find our way.
But much of this angst can be readily exchanged for much happier and meaningful lives with proven assessments, challenged thinking and the desire to go beyond the “R” malaise. The older you get the clues come further from in the past. In many respects we become who we are as a result of life-triggering events. Connecting with these events is crucial in understanding who we really are and where we belong.
Checking in with our forgotten values and unique abilities provide strong clues as to what will fulfill us during the newly extended mid-life stage of our lives. These assessments will also help us experience a new depth of relationship with our life partners, a critical component given the high divorce rates in this age and stage of life.
Retirement coaching will take you beyond your previous best efforts to build clarity, momentum and results.
To receive your free Are You Ready for Retirement assessment contact nigel@lifeplanningmatters.com
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