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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 13 MIN

Why Even Wealthy Canadians Feel Nervous About Retirement (EP 80)

from Retiring Canada · host Michael Isbister, CFP®

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedMany Canadians spend decades building significant wealth for retirement, only to discover that financial success alone does not automatically create confidence, clarity, or peace of mind.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we discuss why even financially successful retirees with substantial savings can still feel nervous, uncertain, or overwhelmed as retirement approaches.You will learn the two major reasons retirees commonly struggle with retirement anxiety, how emotions often influence retirement decisions more than numbers alone, and why true retirement planning extends far beyond simply managing investments. We also discuss the major gaps that exist in much of the wealth management industry, the importance of coordinated tax, income, health care, and estate planning, and how thoughtful retirement planning can help create both financial confidence and personal freedom.We also explore the emotional side of retirement, including purpose, identity, relationships, and the challenge many highly driven professionals and business owners face when stepping away from their career or life’s work.This episode is for Canadian retirees, business owners, and pre-retirees who want greater confidence not only in their finances, but also in the next chapter of their life. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS? Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the ⁠Retiring Canada Newsletter.⁠ ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter⁠As a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: ⁠https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started⁠💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter⁠👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide⁠✏️ Submit Your Question: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question⁠🌐 Retiring Canada Website: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca⁠

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedMany Canadians spend decades building significant wealth for retirement, only to discover that financial success alone does not automatically create confidence, clarity, or peace of mind.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we discuss why even financially successful retirees with substantial savings can still feel nervous, uncertain, or overwhelmed as retirement approaches.You will learn the two major reasons retirees commonly struggle with retirement anxiety, how emotions often influence retirement decisions more than numbers alone, and why true retirement planning extends far beyond simply managing investments. We also discuss the major gaps that exist in much of the wealth management industry, the importance of coordinated tax, income, health care, and estate planning, and how thoughtful retirement planning can help create both financial confidence and personal freedom.We also explore the emotional side of retirement, including purpose, identity, relationships, and the challenge many highly driven professionals and business owners face when stepping away from their career or life’s work.This episode is for Canadian retirees, business owners, and pre-retirees who want greater confidence not only in their finances, but also in the next chapter of their life. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS? Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the ⁠Retiring Canada Newsletter.⁠ ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter⁠As a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: ⁠https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started⁠💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter⁠👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide⁠✏️ Submit Your Question: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question⁠🌐 Retiring Canada Website: ⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca⁠

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