Many of us are living longer than ever before. For some of us this has changed the way we look at our futures.
For a few of us, the concept of a conventional 'retirement' is extinct. Instead we want to define for ourselves 'what happens next' in our lives.
We believe that this means looking at the components which make a life well lived, and making improvements in these areas of our lives.
This podcast is designed to support you on this journey, regardless of what you're aiming for.
What Happens Next is up to you. However we'd love to help you along the way.
Episode 97 - You Are Ageing Wrong The Story Shaping Your Retiremen.
What if the way you think about aging is actually shaping how you age?
In this episode, Chris Daems explores the groundbreaking "Counterclockwise Study" by Ellen Langer, revealing how mindset, environment, and the stories we tell ourselves can directly influence our physical and mental wellbeing.
Chris dives into how a group of men in their 70s and 80s experienced measurable improvements in memory, strength, posture, and even appearance, simply by immersing themselves in an environment that encouraged them to act younger.
This video challenges common beliefs about retirement, aging, and what is possible in later life. Drawing from over 20 years of experience as a financial planner, Chris shares why those who thrive in retirement are not just financially prepared, they bring curiosity, openness, and a powerful mindset into their next chapter.
💡 Key topics covered:
* The power of mindset and identity in aging
* How your internal "story" shapes your future
* Why it is never too late to change
* Practical ways to redefine your next chapter
If you are in your 50s, 60s, or beyond, or planning ahead, this is a must-watch.
17 Sept 2026
Episode 96 - Life After Loss Navigating Grief and Creating Your Life Map
David Reeve discusses his groundbreaking work helping people navigate major life losses and transitions. This conversation goes beyond financial planning to address the emotional and practical aspects of rebuilding life after significant change or loss.
David introduces the 'Life Map' concept a holistic framework for understanding life transitions that extends far beyond money. While financial planning provides essential structure, David emphasizes that true transitions require addressing purpose, meaning, identity, and well-being.
Key Takeaways:
- Life transitions are about much more than financial management
- A holistic approach to change includes emotional and practical dimensions
- Understanding purpose and meaning is critical during transitions
- Well-being encompasses multiple life areas beyond finances
- The 'Life Map' provides framework for comprehensive transition planning
David works with people navigating significant life changes, helping them understand that traditional financial advice, while important, doesn't address the deeper questions around purpose, values, and identity that emerge during transitions.
Whether you're facing loss, retirement, or major life change, this conversation offers perspective on building resilience and creating meaningful next chapters. Join us as we explore what truly matters when planning for life's transitions.
10 Sept 2026
Episode 95 - Tiny Experiments A Low-Stakes Way to Plan Your Next Chapter
In this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems unpacks why small, time-limited, and reversible actions help you navigate change with clarity and confidence. Instead of betting everything on one big, irreversible decision, you run tiny experiments for change: little tests that let you learn what actually fits before you commit.
Drawing on Anne-Laure Le Cunff's book Tiny Experiments, Chris shows how to think like a scientist or an engineer, taking one small step at a time. Whether you are questioning your routine, wondering if your ladder is up the right wall, or simply want more autonomy over your time, this is a genuine mindset shift: treat life as a lab, not an exam, and learn through doing rather than endless deciding.
Expect personal stories, client insights, and practical examples you can try straight away to start shaping your next chapter. If this resonated, please like, comment, and subscribe to help us support more people in navigating what is next with purpose and intention.
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Judith Quin
Ashley Blackmore
Damian Stancombe
Himanshu Jain
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