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Retirement isn’t one long summer vacation. It’s a series of seasons—each with its own energy, purpose, and rhythm. In this blog, Dr. Steve Sandoval invites you to rethink retirement by aligning your habits and mindset with the actual seasons of the year. Whether you’re planting new ideas in spring, reconnecting in summer, harvesting meaning in fall, or resting deeply in winter—this seasonal approach can bring structure and vitality to your life after work.

This isn’t another retirement checklist. It’s a wake-up call. Ask yourself the questions that actually matter—before another decade slips by unnoticed.

Retirement isn’t the end. It’s the start of rediscovering everything you shelved for decades. You’re not done—you contain multitudes. Read more.

Retirement is often seen as the ultimate freedom, but it can also bring a quiet sense of loss—especially when we miss feeling needed. In my latest blog, I explore how retirees can rediscover purpose, reignite passion, and find meaningful ways to contribute. It’s time to shift from just “existing” to truly flourishing.

Retirement can bring unexpected emptiness—not because you're lazy, but because no one's asking for your help anymore. This blog explores how that ache to be needed isn't a weakness—it's a compass. And it might just point you toward your most meaningful chapter yet.

Worried that taking a life assessment might feel overwhelming or too revealing? The Existential Vitality Index™ is designed to be insightful, not intimidating. This post breaks down what to expect—and why it might just be the most empowering step you take in retirement.

Flourishing in retirement is more than just financial planning--it's about vitality planning.