Midlife Remix Why You Need a Life Plan — Before It’s Too Late
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Sep 16, 2025 Keith Lawrence, a former Procter & Gamble executive turned author and life-planning coach, helps people design purposeful next chapters. He talks about why work-based identity fails at transition. He outlines a written life plan and the 10 keys to a fulfilling next chapter. He highlights the friendship gap, couples’ alignment, and taking small courageous experiments now.
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Use Four Questions Before You Pivot
- Ask four questions before pivoting including Have you had enough and Do you have enough to do.
- Keith left P&G after answering those questions and having financial runway to experiment safely.
What Happens To People Who Retire Early
- Many retirees bored within months of leaving; Keith saw people wandering halls and bored by 10 a.m.
- That observation led him to study thousands and develop the 10 keys to a fulfilling next chapter.
Find Purpose By Tracking What Bothers You
- Explore what upsets you, what magazines you pick up, and where you spend spare time to find meaningful needs.
- Keith recommends small experiments, a portfolio of activities, and learning from people five to ten years ahead.
