Ep. 36 - Planning for Retirement? Here’s What You Need to Know!

Preparing for Retirement & Finding Purpose with Carmen In this episode of Your Life Over 50, I sit down with Carmen Montijo, the creator of Just Join In, a Facebook community focused on helping pre-retirees and retirees prepare for this next stage of life. Carmen shares her journey of navigating retirement, the identity shifts that come with it, and the importance of staying socially and mentally active. We dive into: ✅ The importance of planning ahead – From Social Security to Medicare, Carmen breaks down what you need to know before you retire to avoid common pitfalls.✅ Finding purpose after retirement – Whether it’s turning a hobby into a side hustle, staying engaged in community activities, or even starting a podcast, Carmen talks about ways to keep life fulfilling.✅ Maintaining routine & social connections – Why having a daily structure and staying involved in groups can make all the difference in your happiness post-retirement.✅ Downsizing & lifestyle choices – Should you simplify your living situation before retirement? Carmen shares her thoughts on this and why planning ahead is key.✅ Resources & Support – Carmen’s Just Join In group is full of educational resources, guest interviews, and practical advice to help you transition smoothly into retirement. Carmen’s energy is contagious, and her insights are invaluable! If you’re approaching retirement or already there but feeling a little lost, this episode is for you. 📌 Join Carmen’s Facebook Group: Just Join In📧 Contact Carmen: [email protected] And if you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Your Life Over 50 for more conversations that inspire, encourage, and help you navigate this exciting new chapter! 🎧 Listen now & let’s keep the conversation going!  Carmen’s children’s ebook series on Amazon Kindle Ebook-1.. Tying Shoes https://a.co/d/0m75jeT Ebook-2.. Brushing Your Teeth https://amzn.to/40Ji2Mp) Ebook-3.. Zip it Up! https://amzn.to/410dfVX Little Life Skills Adventure: My Magical ShoeTying Adventure is an engaging and educational collection aimed at young children, particularly those in kindergarten. Each installment of the series focuses on a specific life skill, using colorful illustrations and relatable characters to make learning fun and interactive.