Design Your Joyful Retirement
Design Your Joyful Retirement is for Gen X women who want to prepare for thriving in retirement. We're talking about everything from financial freedom, health & wellness, perimenopause and menopause to travel, relationships, downsizing and more. Get ready for expert interviews, actionable tips, and inspiring stories that will help you create the retirement you desire. We're diving deep into the areas that matter most to Gen X women. Everything that we'll be talking about is to highlight the many options we all have and to support you in designing the retirement you desire.
Episodes
By the time you hit 50, you've lived enough life to fill a few books. But most of us don't think our stories are worth telling.
In this episode, I'm talking with Pauline Zielonka, founder of Retirement Life Plan, about what people actually experience when they step away from full-time work. Pauline has spent years researching the non-financial side of retirement, and what she's found is both surprising and deeply reass...
What if the hard-won, transformative parts of your life are exactly what someone else needs to hear?
This week, Laurie welcomes breathwork coach Lydia Mandell to the podcast for a truly nourishing conversation about the healing power of breath. Breathwork can be a lifeline ~ bringing us back into our bodies, soothing our nervous systems, and helping us gently release what weighs us down.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or just plain stressed? In this episode, we're exploring tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques, or EFT) ~ a simple, science-backed practice to help you gently shift stress, self-doubt, and the pressure to "do it all."
Wondering if astrology can be more than just your daily horoscope? This week, hear from Rachel Loewenherz, founder of Star Path ~ an innovative AI tool bringing real, personalized astrology into your everyday life.
Money isn't just about math; it's about meaning. In this episode, I talked with financial advisor Katie Randall for a down-to-earth, practical, and deeply human talk about how women can relate to money with more confidence, honesty, and empowerment.
In this episode of Design Your Joyful Retirement, we walk through a practical, heart-centered approach to discovering (or rediscovering) your purpose in midlife. No five-year master plan required. No pressure to have it all figured out. Just curiosity, courage, and small steps that bring joy and meaning to your days.
We cover:
...Gen X women, your health journey is a whole new game. From hormone disruptors to changing foods and environment, the old playbook isn't cutting it.
If you've ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, or just plain left out of the financial conversation, you are not alone. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Barb Provost and Maggie Nielsen, the powerhouse duo behind Purse Strings, an organization dedicated to empowering women with the tools, knowledge, and support to confidently manage their money, no matter where they're starting from.
We dive ...
In this episode of Design Your Joyful Retirement, you'll get five powerful journaling questions to help you reconnect with your purpose and chart a meaningful path forward. Whether you're facing an empty nest, nearing retirement, or simply craving something more aligned with who you are now, this episode offers gentle guidance and deep reflection.
These five questions act as a midlife compa...
In this episode, I talk with Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, a platform helping people navigate divorce with less conflict and more clarity. We explore how divorce, especially around retirement, can be a mindful transition rather than a courtroom battle.
Erin shares why some Gen X women are choosing to leave relationships that no longer serve them, how to build the right support team...
Diana Dunbar Place, founder of Third Act Quest and the 333 Collective, shares her mission to reimagine what life after 50 can look like. Through her work, she helps women reconnect with parts of themselves they may have set aside and invites them to see community as a powerful force for clarity and courage. Diana explores bold, reflective questions like: Who am I now? What have I always wanted to ...
Life transitions can feel overwhelming, but they also offer a powerful opportunity to define or redefine how you show up in the world. In this episode with Theresa Falvey-Hunt, we explore how Gen X women can navigate change with intention, choosing to step into each new chapter with clarity and self-compassion. Theresa shares insights on the importance of deep healing work ~ acknowledging p...
Opportunities emerge through meaningful conversations with those who truly understand you. REVEAL conversations provide guided discussions that encourage exploration, bring clarity, and support smarter decision-making. Anita shares how she collaborates with teams, organizations, entrepreneurs, and individuals in transition to help them gain valuable insights and take confident steps forward.
Meaningful conversations are the foundat...
Gen X women, we're diving into the topic of women's health before and during retirement. Diane Amelia Read shares actionable advice and strategies to help women prioritize their well-being during this transformative phase of life. This episode will inspire and empower you to thrive.
We're talking about:
- Taking proactive steps in your 40s and 50s that can significantly impact your health during retirem...
Ever wonder how to keep your skin glowing and your makeup flawless, no matter your age? In this episode, Cheri Larson Burwell shares makeup and skincare tips tailored for the mature woman. She spills a few secrets that will have you rethinking your beauty routine.
Your face is your canvas. Bring out your inner artist, have a little fun, explore, experiment. Because, why not?!
To listen to/watch Cheri's tutorials, visit these Matur...
When you write your own obituary, you get to have the last word. With your Gen X independent nature, that might be right up your alley.
In this episode, Jamie Passaro, owner and writer at Dear Person Obits, talks about the four benefits of writing your own obituary.
If it's even a consideration, dip your toe in and just get started. It doesn't have to be a huge undertaking, and thoughtful processing can take months or years.
It's n...
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