MEaningful MEtirement

Going through a major life change— A LIFEQUAKE - and quietly wondering how to hold it all together?This episode is your reality check and your roadmap. Because the truth is—you don’t need to have everything figured out. You need tools to move through it.I’m joined by attorney and advisor Greg Rutchik, and we’re breaking down what it actually takes to build a “bulletproof” life—emotionally, physically, and mentally—when things don’t go as planned.You’ll learn how to sit with hard emotions (instead of avoiding them), use a powerful mental image to reset your confidence, and shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is shaping me.”This isn’t about pretending everything is fine. It’s about learning how to navigate uncertainty with strength, resilience, and self-trust—starting today.About Greg RutchikGreg Rutchik is an experienced attorney, entrepreneur, and advisor who has spent decades helping businesses grow and navigate complex decisions. A trusted mentor and host of a podcast on the art of negotiation, Greg is deeply committed to personal growth, emotional resilience, and helping others move forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak

Feeling stuck, uncertain, or asking yourself “what now?” in this next phase of life?This episode is your wake-up call. Because the truth is—fear isn’t the problem. Avoiding it is.I’m joined by leadership expert and former U.S. Marine Jill Schulman, and we’re giving you the exact mindset shifts and simple tools to stop letting fear shrink your life—and start using it to expand it.You’ll learn how to turn fear into a signal (not a stop sign), build bravery like a muscle, and take small, powerful actions that actually create confidence.This isn’t about waiting until you feel ready. It’s about doing one brave thing today that changes everything about your future.About Jill Schulman:Jill is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and former U.S. Marine Corps officer who teaches the science of bravery. She’s the bestselling author of The Bravery Effect and helps individuals and organizations turn fear into a performance advantage by building bravery as a trainable skill.#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak #thebraveryeffect #jillschulman#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way?This episode is your wake-up call. Because the truth is—you’re not exhausted from doing too much. You’re exhausted from doing too much of what doesn’t matter.I’m joined by Marla Wright, and we’re breaking down what it really takes to reclaim your energy, set boundaries, and start living a life that actually feels aligned.You’ll walk away with simple, actionable shifts to stop overgiving, reconnect with yourself, and make choices that support your next chapter—not drain it.This isn’t about adding more to your life. It’s about finally letting go of what’s been holding you back.About Marla Wright:Marla Wright is a self proclaimed “joyologist”, a former bio/pharmaceutical executive, a dedicated mom, and loving wife who has consciously created a life of love, adventure and freedom - a role model for MEtirement. #3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak

Let’s cut to it!If you’re asking “what’s next?”—you don’t need more time. You need to take ownership.In this episode, I sit down with my mentor (and coach!), Rick Wright, who had to let go of everything he thought defined him and start over.We talk about:Why your identity may be holding you backHow to step into the unknown (even when it’s uncomfortable)What it means to create a life you don’t need a vacation fromHere’s the truth: Your next chapter doesn’t just happen—you intentionally create it.About Rick WrightRick is a trusted advisor and life transformation expert with 40+ years of experience helping people reinvent their lives. After his own major life shift, he let go of his long-held identity and rebuilt a life rooted in presence, joy, and intentional choice. Today, he helps others do the same—simplifying the process of creating a life that actually feels good.#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60#LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak

What if retirement isn’t the end of something… but the beginning of who you were always meant to become?In this powerful introduction to the MEaningful MEtirement podcast, Ceci Zak challenges everything we’ve been taught about aging, retirement, and what life after achievement is supposed to look like. Because if we’re living longer than ever before—why aren’t we talking more about how to live these years with joy, fulfillment, purpose, and freedom?This podcast isn’t about slowing down. It’s about consciously creating a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and deeply your own.Why retirement needs a new definition: MEtirementThe overlooked emotional side of life transitionsWhy growth, purpose, and reinvention never expireHow health, relationships, and environment shape fulfillmentWhat it means to intentionally create your best life in your 3rdTHIRDWhy retirement may actually be your greatest opportunity yetIf you’ve ever asked yourself What now?—this podcast is for you.Hosted by Ceci Zak, Meaningful MEtirement explores how to redefine retirement through conscious creation. Through honest conversations, expert insights, and deeply personal stories, the podcast helps listeners navigate life’s biggest transitions with more intention, self-awareness, and courage.Focused on the emotional, physical, psychological, and purposeful aspects of aging, Meaningful MEtirement is designed for those who believe their next chapter isn’t about stepping back—it’s about becoming more of who they truly are.Because your 3rdTHIRD may be the most meaningful chapter yet.#3rdTHIRD #MEtirement #60for60 #LifeDesign #NextChapter #cecizak