In 2015, Brian Feutz began feeling the tug towards retirement. He went headfirst into a journey of discovery, diving into the ins and outs of retirement planning, wondering what the future held, and whether he was financially ready for it all.

He's not just navigated through the transition to retirement, but he's crafted a life filled with meaning and purpose, and I have no doubt you'll find his story truly inspirational.

Brian is a top writer, speaker, columnist, and published author with a unique style that brings a lively perspective to the art of retirement. Whether you’re retired or considering retirement, you don’t want to miss his thought-provoking ideas that challenge the imagination.

When he's not sharing his wisdom, you can often find Brian enjoying the natural beauty of the San Juan Islands alongside his wife, whether it's on a boat, trail, bicycle, or kayak.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

How Brian crafted a encore career through his extensive research on retirement

The one simple sentence Brian uses to define retirement

What led Brian and his wife to choose the San Juan Islands as their retirement spot

Why Brian decided to “practice” retirement on his own—and the steps he took

The reason why roughly 40% of people who retire go back to work temporarily

One ongoing project that is making Brian’s retirement purposeful

The way Brian applied perseverance to this hobby to discover a sense of purpose

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What if stress isn't the enemy we thought it was? Our guest today suggests that certain aspects of stress can actually be powerful motivators. But here's the catch: there's a sweet spot, and most of us tend to overshoot it.

Today I'm speaking with Dr. Stephen Sideroff. This is a conversation you will want to listen to multiple times, or at least have a notepad with you so you can jot down some notes. In fact, you're going to want to listen to this multiple times because it's packed with incredible information and things that I think are essentials in our lives.

Dr. Sideroff is an internationally recognized expert in psychology and resilience. Not only has he published groundbreaking research, but he has served as an associate professor at UCLA's Geffen School of Medicine. Now, he's sharing his expertise in his new book, "The 9 Pillars of Resilience," offering insights into mastering stress, aging gracefully, and enhancing vitality.

In this episode, we discussed:

Why stress is the master hallmark of aging

The power of confronting unfinished emotional business in Chapter X

How we can get past the discomfort of exploring our buried feelings

Discovering the starting point for challenging our inner critic

Dr. Stephen Sideroff breaks down the nine pillars of resilience

How our presence can impact each other unconsciously

The 9 Pillars of Resilience Book

Purpose: The Ultimate in “Use It or Lose It” on Psychology Today

How does one reach the pivotal moment that propels them into the next chapter of their life? For our guest today, that moment unfolded in a Starbucks, where Jeff Eamers stumbled upon a newspaper ad seeking volunteers for suicide prevention. Having battled his own demons for years, Jeff saw this not just as an opportunity, but as a calling.

In his past life, Jeff wore many hats—writer, director, producer, counselor—all while battling the tumultuous challenges of bipolar disorder. Now, he's found peace and purpose as a practicing psychotherapist and the voice behind the upcoming Three Moments in Time podcast. He lives in the California desert with his two dogs and 11 chickens.

Jeff's journey is one marked by resilience, vulnerability, and the unwavering determination to confront the darkest aspects of the human experience. But a word of caution: Jeff's story is unfiltered and may touch on themes of mental illness that could trigger some listeners.

We discussed:

The first hospitalization at 21 marked the onset of a series of mental health challenges for Jeff

How a major film opportunity brought Jeff from the advertising world to Los Angeles

Jeff reflects on the experience of navigating manic highs and depressive lows

Why he transitioned from Hollywood to suicide prevention counseling

How the sudden loss of his best friend served as a wake-up call

Why Jeff decided to pursue a new academic journey at 55

Jeff shares his understanding of the single most crucial factor in healing

Mental health in the high desert: A Yucca Valley man, animal rescue and the open landscape via Desert Sun

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