568: The 4 Emotional Phases of Retirement with Fritz Gilbert

What happens when the retirement you worked so hard for doesn't feel as fulfilling as you imagined, and how can you rediscover purpose, structure, and joy in this next chapter of life?  As part of our "Freedom After 50" series, topics covered in this episode include:  Why the "honeymoon phase" of retirement eventually fades Why curiosity may be the single most important retirement skill Practical ways to experiment, reinvent yourself, and find purpose again How retirees can avoid getting stuck in the "lost and loss" phase Why retirement planning should include far more than finances Today's article is from The Retirement Manifesto titled, The 4 Phases of Retirement. Listen in as Founder and CEO of Howard Bailey Financial, Casey Weade, breaks down the article and provides thoughtful insights and advice on how it applies to your unique financial situation. Show Notes: HowardBailey.com/568 📧 WEEKEND READING FOR RETIREES: Receive CFP® insight on 4 hand-picked financial articles delivered straight to your Inbox each Friday: https://bit.ly/3OEdGgu  📅SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL FINANCIAL REVIEW: Book a 15-minute call with Howard Bailey Financial to see how the topics discussed here apply to your individual situation: https://bit.ly/3T6oNDB ABOUT HOWARD BAILEY FINANCIAL: Our mission is to help others gain clarity in purpose and elevate meaning in their lives through personal and practical financial strategies. Our Retire With Purpose™ Framework starts with establishing your unique financial philosophy — the true meaning and purpose for your money in retirement. Through continued education, one-on-one meetings, and a comprehensive team planning approach, we have helped retirees across the country secure their financial futures. And while we can't work with everyone, our goal is to provide value to everyone we meet. Our team of advisors and support specialists strive to deliver the very best experience in pre-retirement and retirement planning. Learn more about our process here: https://howardbailey.com/our-process