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by Maria Lucassen, CPRC, DTM

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This show is for unique women dreaming to soon retire blissfully. In reality, many women are uncertain about what retirement means for them. It is not just a date. It can be potentially a long time, and many could live for another thirty years. A lot of women who are at the doorstep to retirement have fears of financial challenges and are stuck in a job they don't like. As a matter of fact, they worry more about other areas that have a significant impact. Life in retirement is so much more than having enough money to spend. Maria's passion inspires anyone to change perspectives, and to plan ahead to gain control of this next phase in life. This fun, educational and interactive show talks about a variety of retirement topics with guest experts and contributions from other women around the world. You'll see that you are not the only one who is unsure about life in retirement. Each show provides ideas, resources and tipping points to plan a blissful retirement.

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July 2, 2026

Life After Loss: Finding Hope and New Opportunities

<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;"><strong>E</strong></span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>PISODE DESCRIPTION</strong></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">Losing the person you've shared your life with changes everything. Along with the heartbreak comes uncertainty, loneliness, and the question so many women quietly ask themselves:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">"What does my life look like now?"</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with grief recovery expert Dr. Lynn Banis to talk about one of life's most difficult transitions—losing a spouse and learning how to move forward with hope.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">Together, we explore why grief can feel so isolating, why so many people struggle to talk about it, and what truly helps during the healing process. Dr. Banis shares her own personal journey through loss and the lessons she learned as she rebuilt a meaningful life after becoming a widow.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">We also discuss:<br /> • Why grief is different for everyone—and why there is no "right" timeline.<br /> • Simple but meaningful ways to support someone who is grieving.<br /> • How a woman begins to rediscover herself after years of being part of a couple.<br /> • The difference between traditional grief support groups and the personalized guidance Dr. Banis offers to help women create a fulfilling future.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">If you've experienced the loss of a spouse—or you love someone who has—this episode offers compassionate encouragement, practical wisdom, and a gentle reminder that while grief becomes part of your story, it doesn't have to define the rest of your life.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">Healing doesn't mean forgetting. It means honoring your past while giving yourself permission to embrace the future.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: large;">I hope this conversation reminds you that even after life's deepest losses, new possibilities can still unfold, and it's never too late to create a life filled with purpose, connection, and hope.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;"><strong>AFFIRMATION of the MONTH:</strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Grief gives me wings with which I spread love</span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;"><strong>GUEST BIO </strong></span></span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">Best-selling author Dr. Lynn Banis is a transformational speaker and life reinvention expert who helps individuals navigate life's most profound challenges. After experiencing the loss of her mother, brother, and husband within three years, she turned personal tragedy into a powerful mission.</span></span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">Dr. Banis provides a compassionate approach to guide individuals through grief and major life transitions, offering practical tools to re-evaluate priorities, redesign their future, and rebuild a fulfilling life.</span></span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">Her message goes beyond resilience, focusing on reinvention and empowerment. Through heart-centered talks and transformational coaching, Dr. Banis helps her audience move forward with clarity and confidence.</span></span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">She empowers individuals to break free from the weight of loss, fear, and uncertainty, guiding them towards a life that feels meaningful, authentic, and truly their own.</span></span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">Discover how to reclaim purpose, joy, and create an extraordinary next chapter with best-selling author Dr. Lynn Banis.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Here is how to get in touch with guest speaker</span></span></span> <strong><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Dr. Lynn Banis:</span></span></span></strong> <strong><a href="mailto:lbanis@ameritech.net" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style= "font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: small;">l<span style= "font-size: 12pt;">ban</span>is@ameritech.net</span></span></span></a></strong></p> <p><span style="color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Webs</span></span></span><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">i</span></span></span><span style= "color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">te:</span></span></span> <span style= "color: #1f1f1f;"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;">womenrisingtogether.org</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">You can get</span></span></span> <span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">the</span></span></span> <span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">free resources</span></span></span> <span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">D</span></span></span><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">r</span></span></span><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">. Lynn Banis mentioned in the podcast on her website:</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">            H</span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">o</span></span></span><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">w to support a grieving friend : https://widowsrisingtogether.com/grieving-friend-landing</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Also, a great guide for women who become widow: https://widowsrisingtogether.com/roadmap-landing</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Other ways to learn from</span></span></span> <span style="color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Dr Lynn</span></span></span> <span style= "color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">or connect with her</span></span></span><span style="color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">:</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style= "color: #202124;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Facebook</span></span><strong><span style="color: #202124;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">:</span></span></strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lbanis/"><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif;">https://www.facebook.com/lbanis/</span></a></span></p> <p><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-banis-36987b2aa/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-banis-36987b2aa/</a></span></p> <p><span style= "font-family: Roboto-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banislynn/</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;"><strong>CONNECT with MARIA</strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Want to meet like-minded women that are just like you discovering their next chapter in life? Join the Facebook group Women Seeking Blissful Retirement HERE: </span></span></span><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenSeekingBlissfulRetirement"><span style="color: #008080;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenSeekingBlissfulRetirement</span></span></span></a></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;"><strong>Love to hear from you! </strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Get in touch with Maria for questions or topic suggestions: </span></span></span><a href= "mailto:maria@marialucassenHQ.com"><span style= "color: #008080;"><span style= "font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">maria@marialucassenHQ.com</span></span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> or use the contact page.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Inter, Open Sans, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: large;"><strong>ACTION STEP</strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">If you are retiring soon or made this step recently, and you are worried about being bored, not longer valuable for what you do and wonder what is next, knowing that there's more that you want from life, I get it.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">As someone who's been single all her life and had to adapt to feel at home, build new connections and find a new identity, I know that it takes effort, time and curiosity to create a happy fulfilling life.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">I work with women who are anxious and worried about the transition into their retirement so they can see the opportunities this next chapter offers.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">     How can you create more fun and enjoyment outside your career and family?</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">     Are you looking for quiet time and less distractions so you can finally focus on what you want in retirement?</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">     How many dreams have you placed on hold while waiting for "someday"?</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">     Do you want to meet and share your thoughts, ideas and plans with other women who are in the same situation in a safe       place knowing you will be heard?</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">There is something that happens when women come together in person—especially at this stage of life.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">You realize you're not alone.<br /> You hear your own thoughts spoken out loud by someone else.<br /> You tell the truth—sometimes for the first time in years.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">This kind of shift doesn't happen in isolation.<br /> It happens in relationship, reflection, and real conversation.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">I think there is a moment that we realize that something we keep delaying needs our attention. If this resonates with you I developed a small intimate program for women who want to dream and explore possibilities to create a blissful next chapter with vitality, joyful experiences and empowering connections.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">The <strong>Your Blissful Next Chapter Retreat</strong> takes place from September 18-20, 2026 in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">This Retreat is a 3-day, in-person experience for women who are done circling the same questions and are ready to step forward with clarity and confidence. Through guided reflection, honest conversation, and shared experience, you'll release outdated expectations, reconnect with what truly matters to you, and practice showing up as the woman you are becoming. This is not about reinvention or starting over—it's about claiming your next chapter with intention, courage, and support.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">You don't need to know exactly what's next.<br /> You just need to know you don't want to stay where you are.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Choosing yourself now doesn't just change your life.<br /> It changes how you show up in every relationship you care about.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">This is not a leap.<br /> It's a step—into the life you've been preparing for.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">If you're ready to explore who you are becoming,<br /> I would be honored to walk with you.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">Registration is now open.<br /> Spots are limited by design, because the experience is personal. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">I</span></span></span><span style= "color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;">f you would like to talk about whether the retreat is right for you, call me. <a title= "Complimentary Conversation" href= "https://MariaLucassenHQ.as.me/NextChapter" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">I'd be happy to have a conversation</a></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style= "font-size: medium;"><img src= "//assets.libsyn.com/show/577600/Retreat_SEP2026.png" alt="" width= "470" height="394" /></span></span></span></p>

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June 7, 2026

From Grief to Growth: Finding Financial Clarity, Confidence and Happiness

<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>EPISODE DESCRIPTION </strong></span></p> <p>Life can change in an instant. For many women, the loss of a spouse brings not only heartbreak but also a new set of financial responsibilities that can feel unfamiliar and overwhelming.</p> <p>But while widowhood marks the end of one chapter, it can also become the beginning of a journey toward greater confidence, independence, and personal strength.</p> <p>In this inspiring conversation, retirement coach Maria Lucassen welcomes financial advisor Paula Harris to discuss how women can navigate the financial side of widowhood with clarity and confidence. Drawing from her years of helping widowed women rebuild their financial lives, Paula shares practical strategies for managing the transition, avoiding costly mistakes, and making thoughtful decisions during an emotional time.</p> <p>Together, they explore how confidence grows one step at a time, why having trusted people in your corner matters, and how financial knowledge can become a source of empowerment rather than anxiety. Paula also offers valuable advice for married women who want to become more involved in their finances today so they can feel prepared for whatever the future may bring.</p> <p>This episode is a reminder that while we can't always choose the challenges life presents, we can choose how we respond to them. With the right support, information, and mindset, it is possible to move from uncertainty to confidence and create a future filled with security, purpose, and possibility.</p> <p>Whether you're facing this transition yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply planning ahead, you'll find encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope in this meaningful conversation.</p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">AFFIRMATION of the MONTH:</span></strong><br /> I pledge to be gentle with myself as I plow through grief </p> <p><br />  <br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>GUEST BIO </strong></span><br /> Paula Harris, co-founder at WH Cornerstone Investments is part financial planner and part dream architect, who takes great pride in helping her clients, particularly widowed women, obtain financial peace of mind while they get back on their feet, rise up and navigate their path forward.<br /> Paula is a TEDx speaker and author of "Rise Up: A Widow's Journal" and "Rise Up: A Grief Journal" available on Amazon. She enjoys assisting people in the life planning that goes hand-in-hand with financial planning. Tune into her YouTube channel called Wisdom Wednesday | Paula Harris for "Your Weekly Dose of Positivity."</p> <p>Here is how to get in touch with guest speaker Paula Harris:<br /> Website: <a href= "https://www.whcornerstone.com">www.whcornerstone.com</a>.</p> <p>You can get the free resources such as the Curve Ball Life Planning workbooks mentioned by Paula here: <a href= "https://whcornerstone.com/resources">https://whcornerstone.com/resources</a></p> <p>Also, a great guide for women who become widow:<br /> https://cdn.zephyrcms.com/172348c5-1b39-4362-86f6-7be20b307d6f/-/inline/yes/whc-widow-resources-guide-2025.pdf</p> <p>Other ways to learn from Paula or connect with her: <br /> https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulaharris/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wh-cornerstone-investments/ https://www.instagram.com/whcornerstone/ https://www.facebook.com/WHCornerstone<br /> https://x.com/PaulaHarris https://www.youtube.com/@whcornerstoneinvestments </p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>CONNECT with MARIA</strong></span><br /> Want to meet like-minded women that are just like you discovering their next chapter in life? Join the Facebook group Women Seeking Blissful Retirement HERE: <a href= "https://marialucassen.kartra.com/page/vibrant-retirement-plan" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenSeekingBlissfulRetirement</a><br /> <a href= "https://marialucassen.kartra.com/page/vibrant-retirement-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a><br /> Love to hear from you! <br /> Get in touch with Maria for questions or topic suggestions: maria@marialucassenHQ.com or use the contact page.<br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong> </strong></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>ACTION STEP</strong></span><br /> It's my gift to you because every woman deserves a retirement that excites her!<br /> Do you want to master your time by allocating time for structured appointments, weekly activities, and also leave time for spontaneous adventures? I have created the Vibrant Retirement Planner to help you stay more focused and embrace new opportunities.</p> <p>This is a digital monthly planner designed to make your retirement more intentional and fulfilling:<br /> • Daily activity planning to keep your days engaging and meaningful<br /> • Habit tracking to help you build and maintain routines that support your wellbeing<br /> • Affirmations to keep you motivated and focused on a positive mindset<br /> • Reflection questions to guide your personal growth and ensure you're living rour retirement with intention.<br /> <a title="Vibrant Retirement Planner" href= "https://marialucassen.kartra.com/page/vibrant-retirement-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get the planner</a> and try it out! Let me know what you think about and how it helps you.</p>

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May 7, 2026

Fast Tracking Your Bucket List Before You Retire

<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>EPISODE DESCRIPTION</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p>What if the perfect time to start living your bucket list life… is now?</p> <p>So many women spend decades working hard, caring for others, checking boxes, and telling themselves that someday there will finally be time for the dreams that matter most. The trip to see the Northern Lights. Learning a new skill. Running a marathon. Reinventing themselves in a new career or passion project.</p> <p>But what happens when "someday" keeps moving further away?</p> <p>In this uplifting and eye-opening episode, Lisa Sakai and I challenge the belief that life only begins at retirement. We explore why waiting too long to pursue your dreams can quietly steal years of joy, energy, confidence, and unforgettable experiences—and why it's never too early to begin living more intentionally.</p> <p>This conversation is a powerful reminder that your bucket list is not selfish. It is not frivolous. It is a reflection of the life you deeply want to experience while you still have the health, freedom, curiosity, and courage to enjoy it fully.</p> <p>Together, Lisa and I talk about how women can start creating meaningful experiences now while still planning wisely for the future. Because building financial security and building a meaningful life do not have to compete with each other.</p> <p>Most importantly, this episode will inspire you to stop seeing your dreams as distant possibilities and start seeing them as part of the life you are creating right now.</p> <p>Maybe your bucket list is not about crossing off destinations.</p> <p>Maybe it is about becoming the woman who finally gives herself permission to live boldly, joyfully, and fully awake to life.</p> <p>So instead of asking: "Can I afford to do this someday?"</p> <p>Maybe the better question is: "What experiences am I no longer willing to postpone?"</p> <p>Because this chapter of life was never meant to be spent waiting on the sidelines. It was meant to be lived.</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>AFFIRMATION of the MONTH:</strong></span></p> <p>Have the courage to live your life the way you want to  </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>GUEST BIO </strong></span></p> <p>Lisa Sakai is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration, getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 14 years. Lisa's advice provides easy to understand, baby steps that people can take action on right away.</p> <p>Here is how to get in touch with guest speaker Lisa Sakai:</p> <p>by email: <a href= "mailto:lisa@onevisionretire.com">lisa@onevisionretire.com</a></p> <p>Website: <a href= "https://www.onevisionretire.com">www.onevisionretire.com</a></p> <p>You can get the free resources such as the Dream Big Checklist mentioned by Lisa here: <a href= "https://www.onevisionretire.com/resources">https://www.onevisionretire.com/resources</a></p> <p>Other ways to learn from Lisa or connect with her:</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@financialfreedomwithlisa">https://www.youtube.com/@financialfreedomwithlisa</a>;</li> <li><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasakai/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasakai/</a>;</li> <li><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/yourfinancialvisionyourway/">https://www.instagram.com/yourfinancialvisionyourway/</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>CONNECT with MARIA</strong></span></p> <p>Want to meet like-minded women that are just like you discovering their next chapter in life? Join the Facebook group Women Seeking Blissful Retirement HERE: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenSeekingBlissfulRetirement">https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenSeekingBlissfulRetirement</a>  </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Love to hear from you! </strong></p> <p>Get in touch with Maria for questions or topic suggestions: maria@marialucassenHQ.com or use the contact page.  </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>ACTION STEP</strong></span></p> <p>It's my gift to you because every woman deserves a retirement that excites her!</p> <p>Do you want to master your time by allocating time for structured appointments, weekly activities, and also leave time for spontaneous adventures? I have created the Vibrant Retirement Planner to help you stay more focused and embrace new opportunities.</p> <p>This is a digital monthly planner designed to make your retirement more intentional and fulfilling:</p> <ul> <li>Daily activity planning to keep your days engaging and meaningful </li> <li>Habit tracking to help you build and maintain routines that support your wellbeing </li> <li>Affirmations to keep you motivated and focused on a positive mindset </li> <li>Reflection questions to guide your personal growth and ensure you're living rour retirement with intention. </li> </ul> <p><strong><a title="Retirement planner" href= "https://marialucassen.kartra.com/page/vibrant-retirement-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get the planner</a></strong> and try it out! Let me know what you think about and how it helps you. </p>

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What is Women Seeking Blissful Retirement?

This show is for unique women dreaming to soon retire blissfully. In reality, many women are uncertain about what retirement means for them. It is not just a date. It can be potentially a long time, and many could live for another thirty years. A lot of women who are at the doorstep to retirement have fears of financial challenges and are stuck in a job they don't like. As a matter of fact, they worry more about other areas that have a significant impact. Life in retirement is so much more than having enough money to spend. Maria's passion inspires anyone to change perspectives, and to plan ahead to gain control of this next phase in life. This fun, educational and interactive show talks about a variety of retirement topics with guest experts and contributions from other women around the world. You'll see that you are not the only one who is unsure about life in retirement. Each show provides ideas, resources and tipping points to plan a blissful retirement.

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This podcast updates bi-weekly.

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