The Joy of Not Working

The Joy of Not Working

Author: Ernie John Zelinski

Publisher:

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9780969419419

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Advice on achieving success and satisfaction in life away from the work place.


Happy Retirement: The Psychology of Reinvention

Happy Retirement: The Psychology of Reinvention

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-01-05

Total Pages: 389

ISBN-13: 1465452494

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A practical, fully illustrated guide to planning and enjoying retirement, grounded in psychological research. Retirement can bring immense fulfillment but also can be a source of stress, especially today. Retirement: The Psychology of Reinvention uses psychological research and a unique visual style of infographics and illustrations to provide readers with a retirement roadmap just right for them. Fully illustrated, with constructive advice for all retirees — whatever the age and circumstances — and inspirational guidance from a wealth of sources, Retirement: The Psychology of Reinvention answers all the questions readers are likely to ask at any stage of retirement.


How to Retire Happy

How to Retire Happy

Author: Stan Hinden

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 2000-12-01

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9780071360340

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Nearly 2 million Americans reach retirement age each year. Before anyone can begin to enjoy all the leisure time ahead, there are difficult decisions to be made about a host of crucial issues, such as Social Security, HMOs, insurance, and estate planning. Written by award-winning Washington Post financial reporter and syndicated columnist, Stan Hinden, How to Retire Happy arms anyone approaching retirement with easy-to-comprehend answers to all their complicated questions. How to Retire Happy: - Provides practical advice and guidance on the 12 most complicated decisions to make before retiring - Covers all the bases, from where to live to how to invest, from health insurance to taking money out of IRAs - Goes beyond financial planning to offer practical advice on the key emotional and psychological issues surrounding retirement


Retire Smart, Retire Happy

Retire Smart, Retire Happy

Author: Nancy K. Schlossberg

Publisher: APA Life Tools

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 9781591470397

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Each of the seven chapters contains dozens of examples of situations experienced by actual retirees and includes short self-assessment quizzes. Topic covered include doing a personal inventory, shoring up one's relationships, investigating new roles and activities, and taking charge of one's future. This thought-provoking book is a must-read for recent retirees and those about to retire.


What the Happiest Retirees Know: 10 Habits for a Healthy, Secure, and Joyful Life

What the Happiest Retirees Know: 10 Habits for a Healthy, Secure, and Joyful Life

Author: Wes Moss

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2021-10-26

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 1264269277

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The bestselling author of You Can Retire Sooner Than You Think and host of Money Matters reveals the 10 essential habits for a rich, rewarding, and blissful retirement. What does it take to have a truly happy retirement? Is it money? A mortgage-free home? An active social life? A long-lasting marriage—or maybe a new one? Finance expert, author, and radio host Wes Moss asked more than 2,000 of the nation’s happiest retirees to find out—and their answers may surprise you. Through a series of revealing surveys, Moss noticed a pattern of distinct, recognizable habits that the happiest retirees shared, from the simplest of lifestyle choices to the smartest of financial strategies. These are the kinds of habits anyone can develop—the perfect road map to a healthy, secure, and joyful retirement—sooner. Whether you’re already retired or just starting to make plans, these 10 simple actions and attitudes can make a profound difference in every aspect of your life. The book is packed with hard-won wisdom and invaluable advice on how to make little changes now that will have the biggest impact later. It’s filled with proven ways to develop smarter habits with: Money (“Think river, not reservoir”); Family (“Get your kids off your payroll”); Housing (“Live mortgage-free”); Investing (“Be a tomorrow investor”); Spending (“Be pound wise—so you can be penny foolish”); and much more. With these 10 transformational habits, you can stop obsessing over money, stay socially connected, and start enjoying your new life—as the happiest retiree on the block.


Smart Women Don't Retire -- They Break Free

Smart Women Don't Retire -- They Break Free

Author: The Transition Network

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

Published: 2008-06-13

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9780446580915

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For the amazing female pioneers who shattered the glass ceiling, a practical and inspiring guide to reinventing what's next. Boomer women have been trailblazers throughout their professional lives. Now that their careers are losing their edge and children leave the nest, these women are ready to do for retirement what they did for the working world--redefine it. The first book from The Transition Network focuses on the unique needs of women as they explore new possibilities and redesign the old model of retirement, which no longer offers the challenges that these women experienced throughout their careers. This book shows how to create new and exciting work and volunteer opportunities and how to discover new outlets for creativity and passion. Rich in practical advice and stories from women who have successfully navigated this stage, SMART WOMEN DON'T RETIRE -- THEY BREAK FREE is a blueprint for women seeking a whole new set of life choices. THE TRANSITION NETWORK is a nation-wide community of women who are creating exhilarating new transition possibilities. Members network through monthly programs; online; and through dynamic peer groups. Members have had successful careers in government, finance, international corporations, and the arts.


Purposeful Retirement

Purposeful Retirement

Author: Hyrum W. Smith

Publisher: Mango Media Inc.

Published: 2017-03-14

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1633535029

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Retirement and good living Are you getting ready to simplify life and move from the world of work to a life of retirement and good living ─ to enter a happy retirement? Retirement and good living: The author of Purposeful Retirement, Hyrum W. Smith, is one of the original creators of the popular Franklin Day Planner, the former Chairman and CEO of Franklin Covey Co., and the recognized “Father of Time Management”. In this book, Hyram shows you how you can move from your world of work, simplify life and enter what can be the most satisfying phase of your life ─ a new world of purposeful retirement and good living. Aging well and a happy retirement: You have had a successful career by almost all measures and now you are concerned about aging well and looking toward a happy retirement. You are definitely not a couch potato. • How are you going to create a retirement that is meaningful and inspiring for your second act? • Can you simplify life? • Is there a way to make intelligent and anxiety free retirement planning choices? • Can you learn from the lives and experiences of people who have found their pathway to happy retirement? • What are their secrets to aging well and a happy retirement? Retirement guide: For four decades, Hyrum W. Smith has been empowering people to effectively govern their personal and professional lives. An award winning author, distinguished speaker, and successful businessman, Hyrum offers a tested and actionable retirement guide to finding that perfect retirement niche. In his book, Hyrum enables you to map the step-by-step route to a retirement that is not just enjoyable but is also deeply fulfilling on a personal level. Welcome to your new life of retirement and good living: This distinguished author, speaker, and businessman combines wit and enthusiasm with a gift for communicating compelling principles that inspire lasting personal change. Hyrum shares a lifetime of wisdom in this powerful retirement guide to discovering your true passion, re-imagining your life, and trying new possibilities. Welcome to a new life of retirement and good living ─ to a purposeful retirement.


The New Retirementality

The New Retirementality

Author: Mitch Anthony

Publisher: Dearborn Trade Publishing

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780793141821

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Inspiring and practical, "The New Retirementality" illustrates how readers can achieve the direction and financial security necessary to live the lives they really want, beginning now.


How to Retire and Not Die

How to Retire and Not Die

Author: Gary Sirak

Publisher: Linmax Publishing LLC

Published: 2021-09-08

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9781544523743

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Most people think of retirement as taking an extended vacation. In fact, it's more like running a marathon. But all too often, people only realize that after they start running. Fortunately, with a little planning, you'll be able to run that marathon easily-as long as you need to-for a happy, successful retirement. In How to Retire and Not Die, Gary and Max Sirak walk you step by step through the process of winning that marathon and living your best retired life. Embark on a guided journey of self-discovery and learn to identify your Likes, Loves, and Hates. Understand what you truly need to be happy, and create a clear Plan for meeting those needs. Create your ideal WishList, learn about the two pillars of successful retirement, and build the custom retirement Plan that's right for you. With a little patience and practice, you'll be enjoying the retirement of your dreams.