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Reinventing Life Before Retirement
Season 1 · Episode 31

Reinventing Life Before Retirement

Retire Often · Jillian Johnsrud, Brenda Uekert

June 25, 202523m 16s

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Show Notes

Jillian and Brenda explore Brenda's journey of taking a mini-retirement to rediscover herself through hiking and writing. Brenda shares her experiences of stepping away from a traditional career to embrace nature and the writing process, discussing the emotional and financial aspects of this transition. They delve into themes of trust, community among hikers, and the importance of redefining success in a personal context. Brenda offers insights on using writing as a tool for self-discovery and provides advice for those considering significant life changes.

Takeaways:

  • Brenda took a mini retirement to focus on hiking and writing
  • She set a goal to hike a thousand miles in five months
  • The experience helped her redefine what success means
  • Community among hikers fosters positivity and support
  • Writing can be a powerful tool for self-discovery
  • Avoiding naysayers is important for pursuing dreams

More information about Brenda can be found at https://linktr.ee/drbrendau