What if the fear you feel about retirement isn't a warning sign, but an invitation to step into a more meaningful, self-directed life?
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why hitting your retirement number can increase anxiety
- The difference between financial independence and fulfillment
- Three powerful questions to clarify whether it's time to retire
- How purpose evolves after work — and why fear often shows up first
Today's article is from The Purpose Code blog titled, When it Comes to Retirement, Fear is an Invitation. Listen in as Founder and CEO of Howard Bailey Financial, Casey Weade is joined by Les McDaniel to explore why hitting your number can increase anxiety, how financial independence differs from fulfillment, and the key questions that clarify when it's truly time to retire.
Show Notes: HowardBailey.com/554
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