The Benefits of a Retirement Community and How to Find Your Purpose in Retirement

Meet Joe Sullivan, who found the first few years of retirement very difficult. Community is important to Joe, but he wasn't getting sufficient, routine social interaction to make meaningful connections while living in rural Virginia. He found his groove once he moved to a retirement community in Florida.James and Joe discuss the phases of retirement and what those phases have looked like for Joe. Joe emphasizes the importance of remaining flexible and trying new things as retirees explore who they will be in retirement and what will bring them the most satisfaction and joy.Questions answered:How can I test the waters to see if a retirement community is a good fit for me?What is Joe's advice for new retirees?Submit your request to join James: On the Ready For Retirement podcast: Apply HereOn a Retirement Makeover episode: Apply Here Timestamps:0:00 - Meet Joe Sullivan3:07 - The decision to retire5:28 - Impressions vs real retirement9:11 - Needing something else10:39 - Retirement community decision12:05 - Before and after the move14:32 - Finding purpose17:16 - Phases of retirement20:08 - Joe’s advice22:05 - Emotional preparation24:32 - Next phase of Joe’s retirement26:07 - Final thoughtsCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.