Apr 18 2024 8 mins 1
At Intelligent Investing Advisors, we’re dedicated to helping our clients navigate the complexities of retirement with confidence and clarity. In a recent interview with Kathleen Rehl, a leading authority on empowering widows financially, we explored the concept of encore careers and the importance of emotional and psychological readiness for retirement. It’s okay not to be wired to retire.
Not Wired to Retire: Finding Purpose Beyond Traditional Retirement
Kathleen Rehl’s philosophy challenges the notion of traditional retirement. For her, retirement isn’t about endless days of leisure—it’s about finding purpose and fulfillment in each day. As she aptly puts it, retirement isn’t about playing golf all day or indulging in fine dining; it’s about embracing activities that bring joy and meaning to life.
Embracing Encore Careers: A Path to Fulfillment
For many individuals, retirement isn’t the end of their journey—it’s a new beginning. Kathleen emphasizes the importance of embracing encore careers, where individuals can continue to pursue their passions and make a meaningful impact. From speaking engagements to writing articles, Kathleen’s own journey serves as a testament to the potential of encore careers in shaping a fulfilling retirement.
The Three Pillars of Retirement Readiness
As Kathleen highlights, retirement readiness encompasses more than just financial preparedness. Emotionally, psychologically, and relationally, individuals must be prepared for the transition into retirement. From managing financial stress to navigating changes in relationships, addressing these aspects is crucial for a smooth transition into retirement.
Maximizing Life, Minimizing Stress
At Intelligent Investing Advisors, we understand that retirement planning goes beyond financial considerations. By addressing emotional, psychological, and relational aspects, we help our clients maximize their lives and minimize stress during this significant transition. Our holistic approach ensures that clients are not just financially prepared for retirement but emotionally and psychologically ready as well.
Moving Forward with Confidence
As Kathleen and our team at Intelligent Investing Advisors continue to advocate for a more holistic approach to retirement planning, we remain committed to empowering our clients to embrace retirement with confidence and clarity. By unlocking the potential of encore careers and addressing the three pillars of retirement readiness, we help our clients navigate this new chapter with optimism and purpose.
Retirement isn’t the end of the road—it’s a chance to redefine what fulfillment means and pursue new opportunities for growth and contribution. So remember… It’s okay not to be wired to retire.
Please be sure to subscribe to our podcasts as we will be interviewing Kathleen on an upcoming podcast where she explains how to simply write a legacy letter to your family and friends. You will not want to miss it. You can purchase Kathleen’s book here.
Kathleen Rehl Bio
Kathleen M. Rehl, Ph.D., CFP®, CeFT® wrote the multi-award-winning book, Moving Forward on Your Own: A Financial Guidebook for Widows. Experiencing widowhood herself, Dr. Rehl empowers widows financially™ and inspires their advisors. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, AARP Bulletin, CNBC,
