Retire Repurposed

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness introducing the idea of your social biosphere. The broadest layer is your community. Work gave you community and too many times retirees fail to understand just how important that sense of community is to their life post-retirement. In this podcast, Ben will discuss the dangers of not maintaining your broad social networks so you feel like you retire, then lose your entire family the next day.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Today we talk about the rhythms of your retirement life. Society will tell you the more of whatever-you-want-to-do with little to no boundaries on your time equates to the more you are winning. We don't believe this. In this podcast, Ben will describe how the repeating rhythms of your time in retirement should actually mimic that of when you were working. He will also explain how to methodically and intentionally recreate these rhythms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about making every day count. While relaxation is great in retirement, losing track of time in such a way where every day feels like Saturday is a red flag. In this podcast, Ben explains a framework you need to have to utilize each day and he gives five things each day should include. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about time piece of the Repurposed framework. Recently, a quote was posted online saying, "The recipe for unhappiness is having too much free time and avoiding work." In this podcast, we talk about how this statement relates to modern-day retirement and we explain how you can make sure your retirement doesn't become the biggest waste of time in your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about the most important part of being Repurposed – your "who". Author, Simon Sinek has said, "The value of our lives is not determined by what we do for ourselves. The value of our lives is determined by what we do for others." In this podcast, we discuss ways to define your "who" and how this plays a role in developing your personal Repurpose statement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about finding your passions. Oftentimes, discovering and living within your passions is advice given to young people, but rarely are passions ever part of the retirement conversation. In this podcast, Ben gives you ways to rediscover your passions in retirement and he encourages you to find the things that truly make you come alive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about doubling-down on your abilities. Your abilities are a combination of natural talents and acquired skills. Identifying them is an important step to discovering your Repurpose. In this podcast, Ben talks about the importance of truly knowing oneself and he poses questions that will help you identify and utilize the abilities you have gained through your working years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we talk about leveraging your experiences. The very first step in developing your Repurpose in retirement is to take a look back. In this podcast, Ben talks about two distinctive times for a retiree to reflect on past experiences. He also poses two questions to ponder as you process the experiences you've had both personally and professionally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we cover true financial stewardship. The world tells us more of anything will make us happy, including money and possessions. However, the truth is envy leads to confusion and discourse. In this podcast, we dig into God's word to find the meaning of true financial stewardship and Ben gives insight on ways to avoid end-of-life regrets regarding your retirement savings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we cover what every retirement income plan needs. Having regular and consistent income is yet another way to help resolve The Money Disorder. In this podcast, we give your three things every retirement income plan needs which includes an entire paradigm shift from how a retiree views their nest egg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we cover wealth transfer plans. Unlike wills, wealth transfer plans distribute wealth to heirs or charities while the giver is still living. This allows retirees to not only see the fruits of their labor, but help prepare the next steward. In this podcast, Ben explains how wealth transfer plans can be a way to break the bondage of a "Money Disorder" and unlock the keys to truly leaving a legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? Today we cover a concept we call The Money Disorder. In our experience, too much of the retirement conversation is centered on wealth. As a result, many retirees struggle getting their minds and mental real estate off of their money. In this podcast, we talk about the dangers of The Money Disorder and we give you ways to begin breaking free from this bondage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? In this podcast, we consider the question, "Does money buy happiness in retirement?" The truth is money does play an important role in retirement and happiness, but only up to a certain point. Ben Taatjes discusses his perspective of money and happiness after working with thousands of retirees and he explains how the correct viewpoint on money can be the key to a truly fulfilling retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? In this podcast, we consider the question, "What is the best age?" looking at research from around the world and considering our own personal life experiences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we start a brand-new series on retirement happiness. Society tells us that retirement is the time when we can truly live and be happy. But, does retirement make good on that promise? Furthermore, what makes us happy in the first place? In this podcast, we talk about some of the happiness times in lives and we breakdown what the Bible says about happiness, joy, contentment and peace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we wrap-up our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of serving. Someone with a servant-heart sees others as opportunities to serve and looks for ways to meet their needs. In this podcast, we explain the reasons serving is so important for your life and we give specific examples of where to serve in retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of growing. John Maxwell has said many times, "If you're not growing, you're dying." Furthermore, growing is a key component to living Repurposed. In this podcast, we cover six specific ways for you to continue to grow beyond your working years and through retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of laughter. Not only is laughter good for the soul, it's good for the body. Unfortunately, retirees often struggle with finding and experiencing joy later in life. In this podcast, we take a look at a study that lays out all the short- and long-term benefits of laughter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of having social connections. Human beings were created to be around others, so engineering others into our schedules is key. In this podcast, Ben explains five specifics layers of social connections that change drastically once retired and he gives you ways to make sure these connections grow with time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of adding value. Adding value to someone else's life daily is a key component to living a Repurposed retirement. In this podcast, Ben explains how the first step in adding value is having a deep understanding of yourself and he shares practical ways to engineer adding value into your schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit setting a long-term schedule. Even as a retiree, your weekly and yearly rhythms should mimic God's design. In this podcast, Ben will explain the important and routine events needed to be on the schedule of a retiree every week, every quarter and every year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, former mob boss, Michael Franzese joins us on the show. Michael Franzese grew up as the son of the notorious underboss of New York's violent and feared Colombo crime family. At his most affluent, Franzese was generating an estimated five to eight million dollars per week from legal and illegal businesses. in 1986, Vanity Fair magazine named him one of the biggest money earners the mob had seen since Al Capone. At the age of 35, Fortune Magazine listed Michael Franzese as number 18 on its list of the "fifty most wealthy and powerful mafia bosses" just five places behind John Gotti. Today, this former "prince of the mafia" is a man on a mission determined to use the compelling experiences of his former life for the benefit of others seeking forgiveness and the redemptive power of God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we bring you a special new year edition of Retire Repurposed for 2023. The last year has brought lots of ups and downs for retirees. So, we wanted to take a look back at the high-points. In this podcast, I surprise Ben with the three most popular episodes of 2022 and we talk how retirement can be a new beginning for retirees in 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we take a quick break from our mini-series on healthy retirement habits to bring you a special Christmas episode. Christmas is a time deeply rooted in traditions. However, are there ways to stay true to those traditions while honoring and celebrating the birth of Jesus? In this podcast, Ben encourages retirees to be set-apart and start new traditions to make the most memories possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit setting a daily schedule. Setting a daily schedule is the best way to prevent each day from looking same and losing track of time. In this podcast, Ben explains the best time to create your daily schedule and he gives five things each day should include in the life of a retiree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of movement. Your body was created to move. Furthermore, the act of retirement can have a more detrimental effect on your physical health than getting older. In this podcast, Ben talks about how to engineer movement into your schedule and make it impactful, rather than just going to the gym. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of reflecting. Reflection is an important piece of a retiree's life because it extracts the lessons out of your experiences and allows another way for God to build your faith. In this podcast, Ben talks about the two major times retirees should reflect and he gives you a tool that has the power to create a legacy for future generations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our new series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of positive self-talk. The truth is words are powerful and many times the most hurtful words spoken to us are from ourselves. In this podcast, Ben explains a scientific study that reveals the true power of our words and how they can either be our greatest ally in retirement or accelerate the process of getting old. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we start a brand-new series on retirement habits. Healthy habits are important at any time in your life, but especially in retirement. Time is one of your greatest assets if you are a retiree, but if you have bad habits that time will work against you. Today, we cover the habit of practicing gratitude. Gratitude acts like a lynchpin and gateway to joy to faith. In this podcast, Ben shares not only why gratitude is so important, but he explains practical ways you can begin living a life of gratitude today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we wrap-up our series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences. Today, we talk about how to embrace the way God has specifically designed you. The first step in this process is having a deep understanding of yourself – the next step is application. In this podcast, Ben explains the things each animal personality type needs to do to not only become everything they were created to be, but also have the greatest impact on others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences. Today, we take a deep-dive look at the golden retriever. Golden retrievers are caring, loyal and love helping people. Furthermore, they fear change and embrace security. In this podcast, Ben explains how, if done incorrectly, retirement can lead a golden retriever into isolation. However, retirement can be the gateway to the deep relationships that golden retrievers desire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences. Today, we take a deep-dive look at the beaver. Beavers are hard-working and love getting tasks done. In this podcast, Ben explains how the get-things-done attitude of a beaver needs to find a healthy way to enjoy rest, yet have new ways to learn and express themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences. Today, we take a deep-dive look at the otter. Otters enjoy being around others, large groups, and are full of energy. In this podcast, Ben explains how otters needs to have a delicate balance of planning each day and week while not overcommitting and infringing on an otter's freedom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our brand-new series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences molding each individual. Today, we take a deep-dive look at the lion. Lions have a "conquer it all" attitude towards life. However, this mentality can cause problems for the lion and for the people around them once retired. In this podcast, Ben sheds light on many of the possible missteps a lion may have in retirement and how to avoid them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we start a brand-new series on retirement personality types. There's no one-size-fits-all equation for a great life and retirement. Everyone has been created differently and owns a unique set of life experiences molding each individual. Today, we start with the importance of truly knowing ourselves and our unique personalities. In this podcast, Ben introduces us to the 4 Animals Personality Test developed by Dr. John Trent. He also paves the way for a retirement personality deep-dive in our shows to come. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we wrap-up our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we talk about being an image-bearer. The most important thing you can do in retirement is live a life that reflects the nature of your Creator. In this podcast, Ben explains what retirees can do to make God smile as well as have the most impact and fullness in life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we talk about reverse engineering your retirement to be the most optimal and most prosperous. Remember, the definition of prosperity is the extent to which you are living in alignment or congruent with your purpose and calling. In this podcast, we pose three questions that will make you consider the most important factors to reverse engineer your retirement into the most impact and regret-free life possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover the idea of living with prosperity. The dictionary will define prosperity as financial success and wealth. The truth is living with prosperity has more to do with your unique purpose and calling. In this podcast, Ben explains when you are in alignment with your purpose, your life is the effortless while being the most impactful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover the value of memories. Memories are the compound interest of life gaining more and more value with time. Oftentimes, the memory of an event can be better than the actual experience. In this podcast, Ben explains how having memorable experiences when you are young is a key factor in having a fulfilling retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover the idea that retirement is not all about the numbers. Oftentimes, retirement planning becomes a game of tracking interest rates, rates of return, the stock market and net worth – and less about the human value and purpose of each person. In this podcast, Ben explains three dangers you will encounter if you make your life and retirement all about the numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover the foundation of meaning – purpose. Purpose is defined as the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. It's your human life value and the bridge from the life you live to the meaning you desire. In this podcast, Ben explains how purpose is critical not only in retirement, but in the life of everyone no matter their age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover three ways to find meaning. To truly optimize life and retirement, you have to start with the end in mind – meaning. Meaning is found a number of different ways including difficult seasons or experiences. In this podcast, Ben explains how these three ways to find meaning are different but can all lead to the same destination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we start a brand-new series on optimizing retirement. Today, we cover the time-money-health conundrum. The ability for you to enjoy life at any age is a combination of these three assets. Understanding this balance is important for people at any age, but especially for those in retirement or approaching retirement. In this podcast, Ben explains how the natural decline of health with age should create a sense of urgency to optimize your life experiences today and not live for "someday" in retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we breakdown the childhood fable, The Ant and the Grasshopper. If you're familiar with the story, the ant is usually heralded as the wise one working and saving for the future. However, is this correct? In this podcast, Ben explains ways both the and ant and grasshopper were wrong. Ben also shares how conventional retirement planning wisdom misguides people to a life of life-deferral. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series highlighting different retiree profiles. Today, we cover the "Worried About Money" retiree. Many "Worried About Money" retirees are not as concerned about running out of retirement funds as they are worried about the amount they will leave to heirs. In this podcast, Ben explains how the real reason "Worried About Money" retirees are worried about money is due to the lack of a clear and defined wealth transfer plan. Ben also shares how waiting for your death to give to the next generation is a less-effective and less-optimal way to pass along inheritance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series highlighting different retiree profiles. Today, we cover the "Never Going to Give it Up" retiree. As the title suggests, "Never Going to Give it Up" retirees have little interest in fully retiring or struggle with letting go. In this podcast, Ben talks about a major defining characteristic of a "Never Going to Give it Up" retiree. He also explains the impactful result if a "Never Going to Give it Up" retiree actually does retire Repurposed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we continue our series highlighting different retiree profiles. Today, we cover the "Just Want to Have Fun" retiree. As the title suggests, "Just Want to Have Fun" people are retired and loving it. They are social and fun to be around. "Just Want to Have Fun" retirees have saved enough and are not worried about money. However, the lack of worry and ample supply of happiness creates specific blind spots in their life. In this podcast, Ben explains the pitfalls of a "Just Want to Have Fun" retiree by confusing happiness for deep, rich meaning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we start a brand-new series highlighting different retiree profiles. Today, we cover the "Have-I-done-enough?" retiree. As the title suggests, "Have I done enough?" retirees have a defining question about their life which transcends a struggle or concern with finances. In this podcast, Ben explains what happens to a "Have I done enough?" retiree if they don't get that question answered. If you struggle with the question "Have I done enough" in the context of your retirement, listen up – we'll have a special offer just for you at the end of show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we wrap-up our series on the dangers of not retiring Repurposed: everyone loses. Retirement is not a game of winning or losing. However, the typical "America dream" retirement model is not designed for you walk into your fullness. In this podcast, we explain the four major groups of people that lose if you don't retire Repurposed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Ben Taatjes talks about another danger of not retiring Repurposed: time becomes your greatest enemy. In retirement, time should be your greatest ally. However, there is a battle for the way retirees spend their time. In this podcast, we explain the difference between being busy and being purposeful. We also give your three ways to ensure that your time in retirement does not become your greatest enemy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.