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The Humans vs Retirement Blog


The Pace of Progress Is Breaking Us
We humans are no strangers to change. We have adapted and evolved through ice ages, plagues, wars, revolutions, and the invention of...
Jul 215 min read
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The Fragile Decade: Retirement’s Danger Zone
There’s a chapter in life that rarely gets the attention it deserves. It’s not midlife. It’s not old age. It’s the blurry, emotionally charged, identity-shifting zone that sits five years before and five years after retirement.
I call it The Fragile Decade.
This is the decade where everything is up for grabs… purpose, routine, identity, relationships, health, and, yes, money.
Jun 203 min read
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Retirement in The Age of AI: Sidekick, Superpower or Saboteur?
Why the Next 3–5 Years Will Reshape Everything You Thought You Knew About Work, Purpose, and What Comes Next Forget flying cars. Forget...
May 315 min read
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Why Most People Prepare for Retirement the Wrong Way
Let’s play a little game. Imagine you're packing for the most epic trip of your life. You've got your passport, your insurance, your...
May 72 min read
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Do You Have a Full Set of Clubs For 18 Holes of Retirement Golf?
Let’s talk golf and retirement. Imagine showing up to the course with just a putter in your bag. It might be the most used club in your...
Apr 85 min read
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Why Retirement Can Feel More Like a Void Than a Victory
You’d think that when you finally retire, close the laptop, clear out your desk, and wave goodbye to the Monday morning meetings life...
Mar 283 min read
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Riding the Market Rollercoaster: Why a Wobble is No Reason to Worry
Hello everyone, Have you been watching the markets lately? If you have, why? … have I not told you before to stop looking at them! All...
Mar 133 min read
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Don’t Fall for The Hype of the 100 Year Life!
For years, we've been bombarded with the idea that a 100-year life is inevitable. Â Financial advisors, wellness gurus, and corporate...
Mar 45 min read
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When Should I Retire?
There’s a moment in life when we all start to realise a simple but brutal truth: money is replaceable, but time is not.
Feb 253 min read
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The Best Things in Retirement Aren’t Things At All
The Happiness of Spending: Things vs. Experiences  As you step into retirement, your hard-earned savings should be used in ways that...
Feb 63 min read
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Don’t Let the Fear of the Future Steal Your Retirement Joy
Retirement should be the best chapter of your life! Of course, you know that…  It’s your time to step back from the hustle, relish the...
Jan 145 min read
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When Santa Hangs Up His Boots: Navigating Retirement After a Lifetime of Magic
For centuries, Father Christmas has been a symbol of generosity, joy, and a little bit of magic. But what if Santa decided to retire? The...
Dec 13, 20243 min read
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Time vs. Money in Retirement: The Ultimate Shift in Perspective
In retirement, the currency of your life shifts dramatically. Time, not money, becomes your most valuable asset. While financial security...
Nov 30, 20244 min read
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The Vital Process of Pruning in Our Second Half of Life
Life is often likened to a garden. In the first half of life, our younger selves focus on planting—seeds of opportunity, relationships,...
Nov 22, 20243 min read
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6 Reasons Why Planning for a 100-Year Life Might Ruin Your Retirement
In recent years, there has been growing conversation about planning for retirement up to age 100, driven by increasing life expectancies....
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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5 Human Instincts and Biases That Could Hinder Your Enjoyment of Retirement
Retirement is a time that many of us dream of – a phase filled with possibilities, freedom, and relaxation after decades of hard work....
Nov 8, 20244 min read
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From Survival to Purpose: How the 4 Levels of Why Can Transform Your Retirement
Your retirement will mark a significant life transition, a time when you will seek to understand the deeper "why" behind your life. It's...
Nov 2, 20244 min read
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The Mental Health Impact of Retirement: Tips for Thriving in Your Second Half
Retirement is often seen as a time of freedom, relaxation, and the chance to finally enjoy life without the pressures of a 9-to-5...
Oct 21, 20244 min read
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How to Live Your First Year in Retirement: A 3-Phase Plan for a Fulfilling Start
Congratulations on reaching retirement! After decades of hard work, it’s finally time to live life on your terms. But if you’ve recently...
Oct 10, 20244 min read
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The 3 Realms of Retirement Freedom
Retirement is often seen as the finish line after decades of hard work. But what if retirement is actually the start of something even...
Oct 2, 20244 min read
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