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Are you waiting for the universe to tell you when or how to retire? Maybe it will, and maybe it won’t. Inform yourself, decide, act and change course if you need or want to. You don’t have to commit t... ...more
Making change
August 29, 2025•2 min read
Three ways to approach navigating family relationships in retirement: making time for family; setting boundaries and being ok with saying no; chosen family. ...more
Tools ,Making change &Connection
August 22, 2025•2 min read
Spoiler alert, I forgot to take the handbrake off in my car. When we want to make a big life change, it can help to slow down and check the basics. Here’s 3 ways to try. ...more
Tools ,Making change
August 08, 2025•2 min read
What has having mice as visitors (not as pets) taught me? If you have a worry, or a niggling concern, in the back of your mind, don't ignore it. Shine a light on it. ...more
Making change
August 08, 2025•2 min read
Retirement life planning may feel overwhelming. Here’s how to pick one thing to focus on, and what to ask yourself, so that you can do something to change the situation. ...more
Tools ,Making change
July 27, 2025•2 min read
Retirement can be a time to review and reinvent your identity. Who do you want to be and who are you going to be in your next stage of life? ...more
Tools ,Making change
July 17, 2025•1 min read
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