Pivot and Thrive
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -Retirement Coach, Kim Shea, talks to people who have happily reinvented themselves after a life event such as a layoff, health change, retirement, or an empty nest. Get inspired, and learn their secrets and tips for pivoting and thriving in the second half of life. You have more options than you might realize!
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John Hurd enjoys his athletic glory days as an older adult
June 16, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 15.2 MBJohn Hurd has been at the peak of his athletic career since his early 60's. Now, at 91, he has medals, stories, and new friendships as he continues to compete, win, and write his story. This man will charm and inspire you! https://jhurdsr.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Teresa Barnes Uses Hearing Challenges to Help Others
May 09, 2023 07:39 - 52 minutes - 24.3 MBRoughly 20% of the US population is hard of hearing. Teresa Barnes, RN is helping the Hard of Hearing and educating those with normal hearing live and work well together. [email protected] https://hearcommunications.com/ https://www.oticon.com/your-hearing/online-hearing-test https://www.starkey.com/online-hearing-test#!/HearingTestLandingPrimary https://apps.apple.com/us/app/decibel-x-db-sound-level-meter/id448155923 https://www.livetranscribe.app https://ot...
Dr. Dara Explains ADHD in Adults
March 12, 2023 08:13 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBDr. Dara Abraham, an expert psychiatrist, explains what ADHD in adulthood looks like and why it's important to treat it for our own health and happiness. https://www.drdarapsychiatry.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
David Perfito Explains Aqua Cremation
February 02, 2023 19:35 - 43 minutes - 20 MBYou have heard of cremation but have you heard of aquamation? David Perfito, founder of White Rose Aqua Cremation, is the first person to bring gentle water cremation to California for human remains. He explains this green process, and the many compassionate and thoughtful innovations in his business. https://www.whiteroseaquacremation.com/ Phone: 442-777-6077 Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
MatMcCann: The Best Affordable Long-Term Care Insurance for You
December 05, 2022 20:53 - 53 minutes - 24.9 MBMatt McCann is one of only a few long-term care insurance experts and agents in the US. Listen as he explains why it shouldn't be as expensive as you hear, and learn why it's worth your money. radioLTC.com https://mccannltc.net/quote/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Cathy Ellis Is A Valuable Resource On Senior Living
October 07, 2022 00:01 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBCathy Ellis began working in the senior living industry as a very young woman. As an activities director and as an administrator it was always her goal to celebrate the vitality and joy of seniors and not focus on their decline. Today, Cathy is a senior placement expert who helps people find a safe place to live that will focus on life and joy. She has much to share about aging in this episode. https://seniorcareoptions.org/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.s...
Jack Perez Created a Site to Help Women Normalize Aging
September 22, 2022 09:20 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBKuel Life founder, Jack Perez, wanted help and information about menopause. When she couldn't find what she sought, she created a site that now serves as a resource on everything older women need to know about anything and everything. Her ultimate goal is to normalize aging for women. https://kuellife.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Lowell Cohen Creates Golden Retirement with Popcorn
August 24, 2022 09:38 - 23 minutes - 11.2 MBEntrepreneur Lowell Coehn set out to make the best popcorn on the market. He uses healthy, quality ingredients, and a unique serving suggestion to make the flavor pop. Listen to his recipe for success on making Goldie Pops Gourmet Kraft Corn a very fulfilling retirement endeavor. https://www.goldiepops.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
David Medansky has 9 practical steps for being your healthiest weight
August 08, 2022 07:10 - 59 minutes - 27.5 MBAttorney turned author, David Medansky, faced an ultimatum from his doctor. He was to lose weight or find a new doctor because he was on track for a fatal heart attack. Fearing for his life, David lost weight and learned how to change his eating habits for good. Listen to his very practical tips for healthy weight success. You can reach David at [email protected] Order his book Break the Chains of Dieting and learn more at https://iamthinning.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for yo...
Tiffany Scruggs Teaches and Helps Heal Mind/Body Connection Problems
July 04, 2022 09:58 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBWellness-Practitioner Tiffany Scruggs began learning plant medicine as a girl from her Native American grandmother. After suffering through her own stress-related health issues, Tiffany pivoted to study Eastern medicine for healing. Today she is an expert in plant medicine, Qi Gong, Acupuncture, and the mind-body connection for health. https://www.tiffanyscruggswellness.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Genevieve Piturro Took a Huge Career Leap to Change Part of the World
June 10, 2022 11:30 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBWhen Genevieve Piturro paused on her way up the corporate ladder to ask herself if she was on a fulfilling path, she realized she wasn't really happy. She decided to read bedtime stories for shelter children which lead to an entirely new road for her and the children she served. Genevieve is now a purpose coach, author and consultant helping others to change the world, too. https://www.genevievepiturro.com/ https://give.pajamaprogram.org/give/247710/#!/donation/checkout Thank you to Bo...
Jennifer Moore, an Empathic Master, Shares How to Advance Spiritually as We Age
May 18, 2022 21:21 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBJennifer Moore has always had empathic gifts. A self-proclaimed "Hot Mess and World-Class Awfulizer," instructor, and author, she shares her journey and encourages people to pursuit spirituality as an older adult if they are interested. Topics include tatooing as a spiritual art, EFT or tapping, lightworkers, among others. https://empathicmastery.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/empathicmasterycircle https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-empathic-mastery-show-with-jennifer-elizabeth-m...
Judy Minich is Painting a Beautiful Retirement Path by Living Authentically
May 03, 2022 08:41 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBJudy Minich started running in her forties and began painting just seven years ago. Half-marathons have become her favorite, and she's selling paintings. As interesting as that is, Judy left her last job at the the age of 55 to find a new job; and she stopped coloring her hair at the same age, long before the COVID pandemic challenged millions of women to embrace their platinum hair. Living authentically has guided her to live her best on the path to retirement age. Thank you to Bokuwa and Wi...
Lori Saitz Wants You to Take Your Life Beyond "Fine"
April 19, 2022 21:06 - 36 minutes - 17.1 MBLori Saitz, a Transformative Meditation Coach doesn't want you to accept your life as "fine." She wants you to declare your retirement life is great! She wants you to tell everyone your goals are on track. She wants to help you find happy. She can create a custom guided meditation to help you achieve your goals to stay grounded, feel connected, and be successful. https://zenrabbit.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz/ https://www.hellorevel.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k f...
Amy Temperley promotes mental stimulation and community wherever you are
April 07, 2022 07:54 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBAmy Temperley is dedicated to making sure adults 50 and over (the Varsity generation!) are having a good time, learning new and quirky things, and making friends. Her company, Aging is Cool offers activities and classes in the Austin, TX, area while A Mighty Good Time connects people all over the country with classes on any subject you can think of. https://agingiscool.com/ https://www.amightygoodtime.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artis...
Dr. Jackie Black: An Advocate for Couples to Keep and Build Healthy Relationships
March 29, 2022 09:29 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBThere doesn't seem to be a couples relationship issue that Dr. Jackie Black hasn't worked with before. A Marriage Educator, PhD, and Board Certified Coach with 35 years of experience, she discusses the unique circumstances that affect marriages such as retirement, second or third marriages, the pandemic, and more. Her non-judgmental, Win-Win-Win approach is inspiring. https://www.drjackieblack.com/ email: [email protected] Instagram: @drjackieblack Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie...
Marcia Moran: Beating All of the Odds After a Stroke
March 16, 2022 17:15 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBTalk about beating all the odds! Marcia Moran went from stroke patient with no medical hope of being able to walk or speak again, to becoming fully mobile, a leader in Toastmasters, and a coach specializing in strokes for patients and their families. This woman is inspiring and her story is for you if you have ever worried about having a stroke or traumatic brain injury, or if you know someone who has. Even if neither of those applies to you, Marcia's information belongs in your mental libra...
Dr Isaac Eliaz: The Survival Paradox Explained
February 23, 2022 20:59 - 56 minutes - 26.2 MBDr. Isaac Eliaz talks about his book, "The Survival Paradox." He discusses: inflammation as the source of disease, reversing aging on a cellular level, his work in helping terminally ill people, how healing yourself is healing the globe. https://www.survivalparadox.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Elizabeth Sherman Coaches for Total Health as We Age
February 08, 2022 19:28 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBWell-certified life and health coach, Elizabeth Sherman, knows what it's like to struggle with weight, motivation, and overall health and wellness. The loss of her mother to cancer at an early age sent Elizabeth on a journey to uncover the secrets to healthy living. She shares many tips on how to live healthier. Elizabeth covers hormonal changes that affect our weight as we age. She addresses sleep issues and how to manage stress. She also has tips on how to relocate successfully in retiremen...
Jenn Harris: Surviving Divorce at Any Age
January 26, 2022 19:24 - 32 minutes - 15.3 MBJenn Harris went through an emotional upheaval in her divorce. She says she survived the process and came away stronger. Jenn wrote the Divorce Bucket List and has lots of tips for surviving divorce at any age. https://divorcebucketlist.com/ https://divideguide.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Dawn Beers O'Brien: Agent for happier and safer travel
January 18, 2022 09:32 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBDawn Beers O'Brien is a certified travel agent who specializes in disability travel, cruises, and Hawaii, among other travel-related topics. Dawn keeps us updated with travel in the COVID era. Think you're too savvy for a travel agent? Listen to this episode and learn how valuable a travel agent is, especially as you get older and want your trip to be as stress-free as possible. Bookitdawno.com https://dbobrien.dreamvacations.com/travel/HomePage.html Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k fo...
Kerrie Flanagan Can Help You Achieve Your Writing Goals
December 23, 2021 10:58 - 46 minutes - 21.6 MBHave you ever thought about writing your memoir in retirement? Or being a travel writer as you cover the globe? Award-winning author and instructor, Kerrie Flanagan, knows her way around the publishing industry and has lots of useful tips in this episode. https://www.kerrieflanagan.com/ https://www.wordsmith.institute/ https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Lesleigh J Tolin: Helping Clients Process Grief Through Compassion and Respect
December 06, 2021 22:57 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBLesleigh J Tolin is a Grief Recovery Specialist who helps guide her clients through the grief process. In this episode she explains grief and the challenges that people face as they move through it. Lesleigh validates all forms of grief and will bring you hope. She'll also help you to understand what friends and loved ones may be experiencing if they are grieving. At a time when there has been so much loss in the world, her message is a comfort. lesleighjtolin.com Grief Recovery Workbook...
Mike Montague Challenges Adults to Play
November 22, 2021 11:18 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBWant your holidays to be more fun and meaningful? Add play into your schedule! Mike Montague is the founder of Playful Humans. He believes being playful at any age can combat burnout and can make life feel longer because we are creating memories. There are plenty of studies to back up his theories. This was a particularly fun episode and I hope you enjoy it! https://playfulhumans.com/ Playful Humans podcast Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/arti...
Coach Chris Klesh Can Help You Travel for Pennies on the Dime
November 01, 2021 08:43 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBCoach Chris Klesh is a travel expert who wants people to know how to travel well and often by using his travel hacks and tips. He shares advice on flying and lodging that you should consider before planning your next vacation. https://coachchrisspeaks.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/lifetimeleisure Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Shawn Dimartile: Investing in Financial Freedom and Stress Reduction
October 21, 2021 12:25 - 39 minutes - 18.4 MBAs an air traffic controller, Shawn Dimartile knows stress and knows how to handle it. But he's been working on a side hustle for awhile that will allow him to retire from his career very early. He plans to enjoy financial freedom and less stress as a multi-family apartment investor. Shawn has lots of tips to share in this episode. https://www.pac3capital.com/ https://www.multifamilytakeoff.com/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcast https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-hands-off-inve...
Jeff Leisawitz: Helping others find joy and connection in their art
October 12, 2021 08:27 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBIntroduced to music from The Who at summer camp as a boy, he became enthralled with the arts of every kind. Today Jeff Leisawitz is a life coach for "heart-centered" creative people. He is also the author of Not F*ing Around, which helps people get their creative dreams off the ground to become reality. We had a great conversation about art, people, spirituality, reincarnation, and philosophy. https://jeffleisawitz.com/coaching/ Book: Not F*ing Around Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k f...
Andy Robin: Living and Preaching the Tapas Life
September 22, 2021 09:57 - 51 minutes - 24 MBWhen retirement coach, Andy Robin, bumped into a friend a few years ago, he was asked how his retirement was going. Andy spontaneously responded that he was living the "tapas life." Upon reflection, he realized that his lifestyle, which was well-rounded, diverse, and certainly interesting, was akin to trying and enjoying tapas (small dishes of food) in a Spanish restaurant. Thus a book and a unique view of how to retire well was born! Tapas Life: https://www.tapaslife.com/ Thank you to B...
Ron Hoffman: A very humble lifetime of striving for success
September 15, 2021 08:44 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBRon Hoffman was only 17 years old when he started college at UCLA. His only interest in attending college was to play baseball. Although he was a great player, an injury and then an illness sidelined him, and he left college for the Navy. Years later, he returned to school and ultimately earned a PhD in Economics. The degree took him to one of the highest offices in the Government where he worked for 10 years before heading to law school at the age of 57. Ron only recently stopped taking wo...
Carole Soder: Coaching Women to Prioritize Their Fitness and Health
August 23, 2021 12:01 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBCarole Soder is a retiring school counselor who is taking her side gig as a nutrition coach and personal trainer to the next level. Discovering her own strength and motivation in mid-life, Carole knows women have more strength than they realize. They just need to make time for themselves. https://sites.google.com/chatham-nj.org/carolesoderfit-nutrition/home?authuser=0 https://www.instagram.com/carolesoderfit/?hl=en Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify....
Tiffany Moore: Humanitarian Entrepreneur Coach
August 11, 2021 13:44 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBTiffany Moore, human rights activist, always wanted to make the world better for others through her service. By the time she completed her Master's degree, she was burned out from the workload. Then as an employee in the non-profit sphere, she knew she was making a difference during the day, but the second job she took at night to make ends meet was taking its toll on her health. Tiffany changed her perspective on what humanitarian work can mean and she coaches her clients to do the same....
Kim "Kid" Curry: Authoring a Redesigned Life with MS
July 27, 2021 11:01 - 1 hour - 30.8 MBKim "Kid" Curry was riding high running one of the top radio stations in the country in Miami for nine years. Prior to that, he was one of the top DJ's in the US for two decades. Life was exciting but demanding. One day a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis changed everything. Kim suddenly left his life all behind. A visit from a terminally ill friend one day, motivated him to redesign his life. He joins us as his third book is soon to be released. Quote: "You're supposed to be here, because y...
Dr. Sara Zeff Geber: Dedicated Advocate for Solo Agers
July 12, 2021 17:55 - 52 minutes - 24.4 MBDr. Sara Zeff Geber is a certified retirement coach and author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers. Sara has valuable information and suggestions for how to age safely and happily whether you don't have children or whether you have children who are unavailable for you. Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers SaraZeffGeber.com Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
Whatever Fills You in Retirement is a Good Retirement
June 29, 2021 11:14 - 10 minutes - 5.09 MBI talk to some really interesting people on this podcast. But in this episode, I'm only talking to You. I want to be sure I am clear that everyone's retirement looks different, and the most important factor in your retirement is that you are happy with how you're living it. Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HfQ9VLWIRSikubNOZiu8J
John Teng: On a heroic journey to help others in mid-life challenges
June 19, 2021 12:08 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBCivil Engineer John Teng, realized at a young age that the lifestyle he craved was up to him to achieve. After years of perseverance, it was his, but in mid-life, he sought mental help when things began to fall apart for him in private. The lessons he learned inspired him to write Hero Mindset as a guide for others. Hero Mindset https://livxtra.net/ http://heromindset.net/ YouTube Channel Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2k for your music!
Vickie Braden: Her Pivot Helps You to Be Medicare Savvy
June 06, 2021 23:01 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBWhen Vickie Braden lost a job she loved, she didn't know where she was headed but knew she wanted to make a difference. A serendipitous encounter with strangers in an airport led her to a new and fulfilling career. Vickie is a licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare. If you have tried to navigate Medicare on your own, then you know how confusing enrollment and Parts A-D can be. In this episode, Vickie shares her own journey as well as lots of helpful information for anyone 64 and...
Stan Lieberman: A Lifetime Scholar and Renaissance Man
May 27, 2021 09:48 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBStan Lieberman had many career options following college. Though he loved philosophy then, and still does today, his professor suggested he find another career for financial reasons. Once Stan saw Sputnik launch into space, he knew he wanted to be a part of that arena. He became a successful rocket scientist. When it was time to retire, Stan reinvented himself into a website designer, building the code from the ground up. Once again, he is successful in his career. And though he works hard...
Grace Shelley: Removing Mud to Expose Beauty
May 07, 2021 11:19 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MBGrace Shelley is a Fine Art and Photographic Artist. Growing up in Alaska, traveling the world, and living in Southern California have inspired her paintings and her photography. She is able to see through mud to showcase water lilies, and manipulate an ordinary photograph to highlight a special moment in a client's memory. Grace has always approached life with an artist's mind and an adventurer's spirit. Her approach is helping her to create a joyous life for herself and for the charitabl...
Cyn Colip and Chris Ryan: Building a Business and a Lifestyle as a Team
April 02, 2021 05:58 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBCyn Colip and Chris Ryan, married 33 years, are heading toward their retirement years together with their business, Ryan Video Productions. Far from preparing to put their feet up though, this couple is building the business and carving out their own roles to find personal fulfillment. Through all of this, they strive to maintain their compatible relationship, and serve their clients and their community. https://ryanvideoproductions.com/ Thank you to Bokuwa and Wizzie2K for the use of "W...
John Biethan and Stephanie Murphy: An Extraordinary Couple Builds Their Future Together
March 18, 2021 22:47 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBThirteen years ago John Biethan and Stephanie Murphy were enjoying a long and wonderful relationship together in Santa Fe, New Mexico. An injury to Stephanie changed her goals and perspective, and the couple decided to go separate ways. Reuniting over the phone just before the pandemic hit, they had planned to work on their relationship. Plans change but only slightly in this case. John and Stephanie have been geographically apart for 15 months and are now planning a future together under ...
Cheryl Collins: A Realtor with Boundless Energy and Possibilities
March 08, 2021 09:32 - 25 minutes - 12 MBCheryl Collins is an enthusiastic, licensed realtor and is about to become a broker. In our conversation she told me that her pivot from a retail saleswoman to a realtor in retirement will serve her well for the rest of her life. "It's a lifestyle," she explained. Cheryl loves her life and loves helping all of her clients beyond the call of duty. Her joy and dedication mean she can grow her business in multiple directions, keeping herself challenged and financially protected for the the long...
Carolyn B. Reinmiller: The Water Rises To Its Level
February 17, 2021 11:42 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBCarolyn Reinmiller of Carolyn B. Reinmiller Public Relations still has her finger on the pulse of how to promote businesses after 39 years in the industry.But that's not the only place where her hands are hard at work. Carolyn Reinmiller is one of the busiest people I know. The interesting factor I noticed during our chat is that she always fills the time voids in her life by taking on more projects, and the fill often involves helping others. She manages to take on extra work while runnin...
Larry Indiviglia Cherishes a 126-Day Love In Spite of Loss
February 08, 2021 09:36 - 42 minutes - 19.8 MBLarry Indiviglia was looking online for a woman to date. When he met Gayle, he was instantly drawn to her and to her honesty that she had been battling Stage IV breast cancer. Their relationship was profound, life-changing, and brief. Although Gayle felt optimistic that she would beat the disease, she lived for only 126 days with Larry by her side. Larry shares his personal story with us as well as his thoughts on risk in relationships. He also has advice on how to write your own story. 12...
Anita Bennett: Retirement is Sweeter for Her and Her Community
January 26, 2021 14:01 - 34 minutes - 16 MBAnita Bennett is the candy maker for Sunset Bay Candy. After being let go from her administrative assistant job, she decided to pursue her lifelong hobby of making candy and sharing it with others. The bonus is that she's truly fulfilled in her work. "Our goal always is to help our community." – Anita Bennett When Anita Bennett anticipated a layoff from her job as an administrative assistant, she began to explore her options to continue work. She reflected on the hobby she'd had of makin...
Rayna Neises: A Coach For the Caregiving Season
January 21, 2021 07:02 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBWhen Rayna Neises' father developed dementia, she began commuting 200 miles to help her sister care for their dad for four and a half years until he passed away. She shares their story and the takeaways. Rayna Neises is a caregiving coach and author of a new book, "No Regrets: Hope For Your Caregiving Season." Through her podcast, "A Season of Caring," and her coaching, Rayna helps people understand how to handle caregiving in the best way possible. She also helps them to maintain perspect...
Jack Cumming: Fighting for Fair Senior Housing Rights
December 16, 2020 22:13 - 51 minutes - 41.1 MB"We are undergoing a Vitality Revolution, so it's no longer the case that old people are just doddering, pathetic creatures that need all sorts of sustaining stuff." –Jack Cumming Jack Cumming is an independent consulting actuary, and senior housing industry expert. After moving with his wife to a continuing care senior living community, he set about trying to help the industry improve the way they provide a valuable service. After moving to a luxury continuing care community, Jack becam...
Dr. Wayne Anderson: From Family Practice to Practicing Mindfulness and World Change
November 08, 2020 11:12 - 51 minutes - 23.9 MBDr. Wayne Anderson retired from Family Practice three years ago but he hit the ground running even though he had no time to prepare for this stage while he was working. Dr. Anderson made a plan to keep himself structured and organized for optimum health on all levels, while aiming for personal fulfillment and a continuing life of service. From a daily morning mindfulness routine to exercise to continuing education to teaching mindfulness to others– and this doesn't begin to cover everything ...
Chris Shea: Writer Who Draws to Connect With Her Community
October 29, 2020 08:42 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBChris Shea is an accomplished author and artist, and retirement is not on her radar. She built and still owns a greeting card company, Lifesighs Cards, and has many books to her name including Dogs Don't Die Dogs Stay. Chris also writes Lifesighs Daily Thoughts, a subscription email service for her followers, based on the idea of God leaving sticky notes for people to discover, for daily inspiration. Through her years of work, Chris has built a large community with people all over the Unite...
Alan Mindell: Author, Olympian, Reinventor of Self
October 22, 2020 09:57 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBAlan Mindell notes that the characters in his books lead more interesting lives than his own, but he has a lot of projects and activity in his reinvented life. He is a published author of two books, with a third book on the way in November 2020. Alan has been a runner for years and now he has multiple gold medals from the Senior Olympics to show for it. He also gives group tours in San Diego, speaks about life at 70, and teaches creative writing. Quote: Never give up, keep trying. Good thi...
John Sanders: Putting Money and Time Where His Mouth Is
October 12, 2020 04:43 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MBJohn Sanders, an engineer who worked for the CIA, turned investor, is now investing in young companies, young children, and small charities with a passion. Retirement has been a huge win for him because he has maintained his pre-retirement career interests, but tailors them around golf, time with his wife of 53 years, and a zest for learning and getting involved with his community. John is very supportive of children in tech, and is thrilled to see girls making a dent in that arena. This hob...