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Feeling Stuck in Retirement? Try a One-Week Reset to Create a More Purposeful Life
Retirement isn’t about filling time.It’s about choosing how you want to live. And yet, for many new retirees — and even those who’ve been retired for a while — something can feel off. Days lose their rhythm.Energy feels scattered.Purpose feels harder to define. If you’ve ever thought “I should be enjoying this more” or “Why…
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Retirement Budgeting & Savings Resources: Practical Tips for Financial Confidence
Retirement is a joyful season—but it also brings financial transitions that deserve thoughtful attention. Whether you’re adjusting your budget for the first time, planning how to stretch your savings, or simply looking for tools to simplify your financial life, these trusted resources can help you feel more confident and secure. Below are some helpful articles…
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Podcasts for Life: A Simple Guide to Listening & Learning for Adults 55+
Have you ever heard people talking about podcasts and wondered what all the buzz is about?Maybe a friend mentioned a great episode… or you’ve seen the word “podcast” pop up on your phone but never clicked it. If so, you’re not alone. Many adults 55+ didn’t grow up with podcasts, and trying something new with…
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The Power of Connection: Why Staying Connected Is Essential to Healthy Aging
Inspired by insights published by MC Press from the Mayo Clinic – March 15, 2024, featuring guidance from Amit A. Shah, M.D., geriatrician, internist, and palliative care specialist at Mayo Clinic. At Retiring Boldly, we believe retirement isn’t the end of your story — it’s the beginning of a vibrant new chapter filled with growth,…
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Deepening Relationships in Retirement: 4 Ways to Strengthen the Connections That Matter Most
When we enter retirement, the rhythm of our lives changes — sometimes slowly, sometimes all at once. Work schedules disappear, routines shift, and the relationships that once fit neatly around busy calendars suddenly feel different. Some friendships grow stronger. Others fade quietly. And new relationships — if we’re intentional — can begin. One thing research…
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The Best Cozy & Comfort Gifts for Retirees, Parents, and Grandparents — All Highly Rated & Under $50
Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Your support helps me continue creating inspiring resources through Retiring Boldly — thank you! When it comes to thoughtful gift-giving, nothing says love and care like a present that brings warmth and calm. Whether you’re shopping for retirees, parents, grandparents, or any other “hard to…
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Step Up, Clean Up: Move Your Body. Help Your Community
This post contains an affiliate link, which means I may earn a commission if you purchase through this link, at no extra cost to you. What if your daily walk could do more than just boost your health? What if every step you took also helped your neighborhood shine?That’s the idea behind Retiring Boldly’s newest…
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Rethinking Retirement: We’re Not Old, We’re Just Getting Started
When I search online for “products for people over 55,” I can’t help but laugh (and cringe a little).Up pop hearing aids, orthopedic shoes, books about nursing homes, and adult diapers. Wait a minute — is that what society thinks retirement looks like? Because the reality I see — and live — is completely different.…
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Five Tips for Your First Year of Retirement
The first year of retirement is a season of transition. For many women, it can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming — a mix of freedom, possibility, and adjustment. After decades of work and structure, suddenly the calendar is yours to design. How do you make the most of it? Here are five practical…
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Avoiding Brain Decline in Retirement
My mother has dementia. Three months ago we had to make the painful decision to move her to assisted living. If you know someone that suffers from this terrible disease, you know how heartbreaking and frightening it is for the “victim” and their loved ones. Because of this experience, I am extremely sensitive to information…
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