Purposeful Retirement: Retire To Something (Not Just From Work)

Brad and Matt unpack what "purposeful retirement" actually looks like in real life. They contrast the classic picture—slow mornings, newspaper, coffee, “I’m done”—with a more fulfilling version: "desirement" (what you "desire" to do next), fueled by meaningful projects and relationships.Brad explains why he rewrote "Fish Don’t Clap": too many people loved the parable, but needed the “how.” The new chapter is the bridge between ideas and action—helping readers move from "retiring from" a job to "retiring to" a life they’re excited about.Matt shares a surprisingly specific vision: staying creative through tabletop video work while being surrounded by younger people with energy and momentum. Brad highlights the pattern: the healthiest retirees have something to look forward to—experiences, trips, events, learning, serving, building—because anticipation creates energy and resilience in everyday life.The takeaway is simple: if you don’t feel excited, **pick something anyway**. Momentum creates clarity. Start small, talk about it with family, and let your future come into focus.purposeful retirement, retire to something, Fish Don’t Clap, Brad Connors, iWealth podcast, desirement, retirement purpose, retirement planning mindset, life after retirement, meaning and work, experiences over stuff, what are you looking forward to---**iWealth****SUBSCRIBE**Education is first! At iWealth we pride ourselves on helping people make smart decisions when it comes to money. You know how to make money, but do you know how to keep it? Invest it? Manage it so that it works for you? iWealth provides practical thinking tools and structures which will help you attain your biggest goals and enjoy an unparalleled quality of life.►Please take a moment to comment and let us know what you thought of this video. Want to learn more about how iWealth can help you feel confident about your financial future? Schedule a complementary 30-minute discovery call to get clear on your financial goals, what might be standing in your way, and if iWealth is a good fit for you. Click here to book your call today: [https://go.oncehub.com/BradConnors](https://go.oncehub.com/BradConnors)►For more educational tips and wisdom from iWealth:YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/user/iWealthTV/videos](https://www.youtube.com/user/iWealthTV/videos)Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/iWealth4me](https://www.facebook.com/iWealth4me)LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradconnors/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradconnors/)Podcast: [https://anchor.fm/iwealth](https://anchor.fm/iwealth)Twitter: [https://twitter.com/iWealth4me](https://twitter.com/iWealth4me)Book: [https://fishdontclap.com/#home](https://fishdontclap.com/#home)