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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You Probably Haven’t Hit Peak Happiness Yet: Find Out When It Will Happen!

One of the happiest ages in life occurs in what many would consider “old age.” Find out which two years will be (or were) your happiest ever.

July 31, 2025
planning mindset

A Planning Mindset Is the Secret to Financial Discipline, Confidence, and Better Results

Too many people think that their financial destiny is set and can’t be changed. Find out how a planning mindset improves wealth and security.

July 24, 2025
retirement boredom

Retirement Boredom: One of Many Unexpected Retirement Challenges

From retirement boredom to too much to do, here are the top 9 surprises when you stop working. Plus, 14 ways to overcome the challenges.

July 24, 2025
work and play

It’s Time to Play! Why Having Fun is So Important In both Work and Retirement

Play should be an important component of both work and retirement. Explore why it’s so important and how to do it more.

July 17, 2025
financial optimism

Financial Optimism: Are You Too Optimistic—or Too Pessimistic—About Your Financial Future?

Is your glass half full or half empty? Learn why financial optimism delivers better outcomes and how to develop a sunnier outlook and why optimistic realism is the sweet spot.

July 10, 2025
movies about retirement and aging

Making Sense of Retirement, 122 Great Movies About Retirement, Aging and Living a Good Life: Updated List!

Click here for the best list of movies about retirement and aging. Updated 2019.

July 3, 2025
Die with Zero

What “Die With Zero” Can Teach You About Living (and Retiring) with Purpose and Joy

Die with Zero is a call to live fully. Explore the core ideas and see 8 steps to a retirement plan that leaves nothing on the table.

June 26, 2025
what to do in retirement

101 Things to Do in Retirement: Hobbies, Travel, & Activities

Hobby ideas, travel tips, and part-time work options to help retirees find purpose and meaningfully fill their days.

June 24, 2025
retirement quotes

104 Retirement Quotes: Funny, Short, and Inspirational

A selection of the best retirement quotes, from funny one-liners to short sayings for cards, speeches, and parties.

June 19, 2025
managing money for happiness

6 Tips for How to Manage Money for Happiness

Financial goals are usually numerical. Nothing wrong with that, but you probably also want to manage your money for happiness. Find out how.

June 19, 2025
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

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
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

Tips for Happy Retirement: 13 Surprising Ways to Boost 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

Here are tips for transitioning into retirement. Once you shift to a smart spending mindset, you’ll enjoy life more than ever before.

January 30, 2025
Oliver Burkeman

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

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