Alexa, why do I need a smart speaker?
Smart speakers have taken off in recent years with voice control being the defining characteristic. Also known as digital home assistants, because of their...
Build your side hustle
A carefully managed side hustle can emerge into a most enjoyable and productive retirement.
Why you should be cooking together.
Spending time cooking a meal together has surprising benefits besides the meal itself.
Why life gets better after 50
Jonathan Rauch, fellow of the Brookings Institution was so overwhelmed by the competitiveness and hollow drive for success when he was in his forties...
The Case For Taking A ‘Year Off’ Before You Retire
A note from Johann
To end your full time working career with a climax and to avoid simply coasting into retirement, taking a gap year...
Questioning The 7 Habits in Retirement
A note from Johann
All 7 of the Habits of Highly Effective People are of value and contain many important life lessons. Today I’d like...
Appreciating The Gifts of Nature in Later Life
We miss the great gifts when we take nature for granted
A note from Johann
In retirement, we can take the time to reflect more thoughtfully...
The Power of Habits in Later Life
Small changes can make a big difference in your life
A note from Johann
Often, when we set out to make changes to our lifestyle, our...
The Amazing Benefits of Mindfulness in Retirement
Mindfulness has a special meaning in retirement
Gain this skill and ease your mind
A note from Johann
Retirement is a time of doing more of what...
Reaping the benefits of travel in retirement
The cliché's are true!
Travel does broaden our minds
A note from Johann
It is amazing how many people look forward to retirement because it is an...
