Happy Retirement

Planning your future financial wellness needs to address with whom you spend your time, what you’ll do, where you’ll live, and also your purpose or how you’ll find meaning for this time of your life.

The happiest retirees have a plan for how to spend their time. More importantly, they understand the habits and and mindset required to stay vital, connected, and satisfied with life. Retirement depression and boredom is a real thing, but it is easily combatted with the right outlook and routine.

Get tips for celebrating retirement and planning a happy retirement. You deserve it!

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financial confidence

Boldin Users Show Striking Financial Confidence, Far Outpacing National Averages

Testimonials and a recent survey of Boldin users show how retirement planning increases financial confidence and can trigger earlier retirements.

June 6, 2025
future self

Do It for Your Future Self: How to Make Smart Choices Today for a Better Future Retirement

Do it for your future self seems like an odd mantra. However, it will help you get the life you want. Find out why and how to do it.

June 5, 2025
what is financial wellness

What is Financial Wellness? (It Isn’t Just About Money, Here’s What You Might Be Missing)

There is a lot of buzz around “financial wellness.” But unlike many fads, financial wellness is definitely a worthwhile pursuit.

May 22, 2025
volunteering in retirement

Volunteering in Retirement: 6 Tips for Making an Impact

If volunteering in retirement sounds appealing to you, you are not alone. More than ever, workers over 50 are looking toward careers in the nonprofit world, seeking a second chance at purposeful work. In fact, according to Encore.org, more than 25 million Americans ages 50 to 70 are eager to share their skills, passions and […]

May 8, 2025
volunteering in retirement

Volunteering in Retirement: 6 Tips for Making an Impact

Volunteering in retirement is appealing. More than ever, workers over 50 are seeking a second chance at purposeful work. Get tips here!

May 8, 2025
retire young

8 of the Most Popular (and Inspiring) Reasons Why People Retire Young

Want to retire young? Get inspired by these 8 popular reasons given by people who successfully retired in their 30s, 40s, and 50s.

April 24, 2025
books about retirement and aging

100+ of the Best Books on Retirement Planning, Living in Retirement, and Aging

Looking for the best books on retirement planning to guide your next chapter? Whether you’re preparing to retire, already navigating life after work, or simply want to make smarter choices with your money and time, the right book can change everything. In this curated list of 100+ of the best books on retirement planning, living […]

April 15, 2025
books about retirement and aging

100+ of the Best Books on Retirement Planning, Living in Retirement, and Aging

Personal finance, investments and much more. Find fiction and many books on achieving a meaningful, happy, healthy and successful retirement.

April 15, 2025
life transitions

Life Transitions: An Expert Guide to Thriving During And After Big Transitions (Like Graduation or Retirement)

Here are 8 key insights on life transitions. Use the tips to make retirement and other big changes in your life efficient and happy.

April 9, 2025
am i ready to retire

Am I Ready to Retire? 8 Unexpected Skills You Need for a Happy Secure Future

If you are asking, “Am I ready to retire?” Here is some good news: you don’t necessarily need $1 million dollars for a successful retirement. So, what you do need? We did a little digging and here are 8 important skills that will enable you to achieve financial security, health and the best most secure […]

March 23, 2025
realistic retirement expectations

The Key to a Happier Retirement? Lower (More Realistic) Expectations

Psychological research strongly suggests that realistic expectations can increase retirement happiness (and financial security too).

March 6, 2025
happiness as you age

13 Surprising Tips for Increasing Your Happiness as You Age

Happiness is easier than ever as you age. if you want to do a little extra to make sure you have a happy retirement, try these tips.

February 20, 2025
spending mindset

Going from a Saving to a Spending Mindset: How to Stop Worrying, Retire, and Enjoy It

We hear it all the time. You believe you have adequate savings, but are struggling to shift from a savings mindset to a spending mindset. You’ve worked hard and saved diligently, but now that it might be time to enjoy your money, you find yourself hesitating. The truth is, spending in retirement should be intentional, […]

January 30, 2025
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Oliver Burkeman on the Surprising Benefits of Being Less Productive (and Potentially Retiring Earlier)

Explore how redefining your relationship with productivity can lead to a more meaningful and fulfilling life and perhaps an earlier retirement.

January 16, 2025
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Holiday Gift Guide: Great Financial Wellness and Investment Gifts for Everyone in the Family (Even the Kids)

This gift guide is focused on helping you give long term financial success and happiness to everyone on your list, young and old.

December 12, 2024

Habits of High Achievers: When to Copy and When to Follow Your Own Path

Adopting strategies of high achievers can be helpful. Consider when to follow and when to forge your own way.

November 27, 2024
pros and cons of tracking net worth

The Pros and Cons of Tracking Net Worth and How to Keep This Metric in Perspective

Measuring net worth is popular, but is it the only (or even best) way to assess your financial health? Explore the pros and cons of tracking this metric.

November 27, 2024
financial success

A Recipe for Financial Success: It’s as Easy as Pumpkin Pie

Do you have all the ingredients and the right recipe for financial success? It needn’t be complicated. In fact, it can be as easy as pie.

November 21, 2024
abundance

Think Abundance and Be Grateful: The Secret Mindsets for Building Wealth

Feeling grateful creates a sense of abundance and that has powerful wealth building powers. Learn how.

November 21, 2024
Ted Talks on Retirement and Aging

The 24 Best TED Talks on Money, Retirement, and Aging to Help You Have a Better Future

Want a short cut to a wealthy and happy retirement? These 24 Best TED Talks can help you feel inspired, be smarter and have a better future.

October 31, 2024

Radical Optimism as a Financial Strategy: 7 Ways to Optimize for Greater Wealth and Well Being

Discover how radical optimism can reshape your personal finance approach—from embracing uncertainty to anticipating the future—and unlock sustainable wealth and well-being.

October 17, 2024
happiness hormones and financial planning

How to Boost 4 Different Happiness Hormones and Reduce Stress through Financial Planning

Did you know that financial planning is an excellent way to boost happiness hormones? (In addition to ensuring a secure future!) Find out how!

October 10, 2024
Purposeful Life After Retirement

Prepare for Life After Retirement: 6 Ways to Find Meaning and Purpose for this Stage of Life

While we’re in the daily grind of working for a living, we often visualize life after retirement as happy, stress-free relaxation. Getting a little R&R is certainly important, but there is a limit to the amount of napping, puttering around the house and daytime television a person can take. Without a plan for life after […]

October 3, 2024
Purposeful Life After Retirement

Prepare for Life After Retirement: 6 Ways to Find Meaning and Purpose for this Stage of Life

We want a happy, stress-free life after retirement. However, many of us also want a meaningful life. Find out how to plan for a meaningful retirement.

October 3, 2024

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