Beyond The Now: Retirement Worth Living

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Beyond The Now shows us why retirement is worth living — because this stage of life is the beginning of something extraordinary. Through inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical insights, you’ll discover everything about modern retirement — from wellbeing and community living to travel, creativity, personal growth, and legacy building. Hosted by Ardency, leaders in luxury retirement living, this series explores how to design your next chapter with wellness, connection, style, and purpose. Retirement isn’t about slowing down — it’s about choosing how you want to live, every single day. Brought to you by Ardency.com.au.     🔎 This podcast is for you if you’re searching for… Best retirement lifestyle options. How to plan for retirement living. Healthy and active retirement tips. Luxury retirement communities in Australia. Retirement planning for wellbeing and purpose. Travel, hobbies, and creativity after retirement. Creating an impact after retirement. Retirement wellness and longevity strategies. Building connection and community in retirement How to enjoy life after work

Episodes

  1. FEB 11

    Living Beautifully: Interior Design for the Next Chapter

    In this episode of Beyond the Now, Laurice Elhaj, National Product & Design Manager for Ardency and Keyton Retirement Living, is joined by Rohan Smith, Senior Interior Designer at Coco Republic, for an inspiring conversation about the power of thoughtful design in shaping the future of retirement living. As expectations evolve and lifestyles become more experience‑led, Rohan reflects on how the sector has transformed over the past 15 years — moving from purely functional environments to beautifully curated spaces that champion lifestyle, wellbeing and an authentic sense of home. Together, Laurice and Rohan explore how great design can balance elegance with practicality, especially for those transitioning into a new life stage or choosing to downsize without compromise. They dive into the design principles that truly endure, how interiors can nurture emotional wellbeing, and why creating personalised, uplifting and intuitive spaces is essential for long‑term liveability. The conversation also highlights the unique design ethos behind Ardency’s luxury retirement living spaces — and offers meaningful guidance for anyone considering how they want to live, feel and thrive in their next chapter. This episode is for you if: You’re curious about where retirement living design is heading You’re considering a move or downsizing and want to keep beauty and functionality at the centre You value interiors that elevate wellbeing, comfort and everyday enjoyment You’re thinking ahead about creating a home that supports the lifestyle you want now — and into the future // Beyond the Now, hosted by Ardency, brings you conversations that challenge outdated ideas about retirement and explore wellbeing, lifestyle, community, purpose, and modern retirement living. Because this isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of a whole new future. Visit: www.ardency.com.au #RetirementLiving #HealthyAgeing #DesignForLiving #WellbeingLifestyle #LuxuryRetirementLiving #DownsizingWell #FutureLiving #AgeingWell #LifestyleDesign #BeyondTheNow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min
  2. A Life by Design: Keith’s Story of Connection and New Beginnings in Retirement Living

    JAN 21

    A Life by Design: Keith’s Story of Connection and New Beginnings in Retirement Living

    What does it really feel like to embrace a new chapter with freedom, community, and purpose? In today’s episode of Beyond the Now, Keith shares his personal journey of creating a life that feels extraordinary — after decades in a busy career and family life. After losing his wife to dementia in 2023, Keith wanted more than just a house to maintain. With family close by and a love for staying active and social, he chose premium retirement living that offered ease, connection, and independence. Today, he calls Aroona at Yowie Bay home — a vibrant retirement community by Ardency in Southern Sydney. Keith’s story is honest and heartfelt, offering practical insights for anyone curious about designing a future that prioritises wellbeing, friendships, and freedom. This episode is for you if: You’re exploring ways to downsize without compromising lifestyle You want real stories about creating a fulfilling next chapter You’re curious about how retirement communities support independence and connection You’re navigating life changes and seeking inspiration for what’s next // Are you wondering what life beyond the now really looks like? How do you stay active, social, and inspired as you move into this next stage of life? Beyond the Now, hosted by Ardency, brings you stories and insights to help you design a future filled with purpose, creativity, wellbeing, travel, and joy. Because this isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of your most extraordinary chapter in retirement living. Visit: www.ardency.com.au #Retirement #Downsizing #retirementcommunity #Socialconnection #retirementvillages #Wellbeing #independence   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  3. JAN 21

    Living Better Longer: Redefining Wellbeing, Purpose & Retirement with Gerald Quigley

    In today’s episode of Beyond the Now, host Sonal Wallace sits down with respected medical professional, wellbeing advocate and familiar TV personality Gerald Quigley to reimagine what healthy ageing and retirement living can truly look like. As we live longer than ever before, Gerald shares why it’s never too early to start thinking, talking and researching what you want your future to be. Together, Sonal and Gerald unpack common misconceptions around retirement living, the proven benefits of social connection, and why meaningful human relationships are one of the most powerful ways to support healthy ageing. They explore how embracing community can unlock joy, vitality and unexpected opportunities – particularly for men navigating retirement and wellbeing in later life. This uplifting conversation offers practical advice and a refreshing perspective on designing a future filled with health, meaning and optimism. This episode is for you if: You’re wondering when the “right time” is to start thinking about retirement living You want credible, expert insight into healthy ageing and wellbeing You’re curious about how social connection supports longevity You’re seeking purpose, fulfilment and new possibilities in your next chapter // Are you wondering what life beyond the now really looks like? How do you stay healthy, connected, and inspired as you move into this next stage of life? Beyond the Now, hosted by Ardency, brings you conversations that challenge outdated ideas about retirement and explore wellbeing, longevity, community, purpose, and modern retirement living. Because this isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of a whole new future. Visit: www.ardency.com.au #HealthyAgeing #WellbeingReimagined #RetirementLiving #Longevity #SocialConnection #RetirementWellbeing #PurposefulLiving #MenAndWellbeing #ActiveAgeing #LuxuryRetirementLiving See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min

  4. 08/18/2025

    Welcome to Beyond The Now: A podcast unveiling a retirement worth living!

    Are you wondering what life after retirement really looks like today? How to stay active, social, and inspired as you move into this next stage of life? Or what it means to design your retirement lifestyle with wellbeing, travel, community, creativity, and purpose? This series, hosted by Ardency — leaders in luxury retirement living, brings you inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical insights to help you shape your future with confidence and joy. Because retirement isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of your most extraordinary chapter. Brought to you by Ardency.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 min
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Beyond The Now shows us why retirement is worth living — because this stage of life is the beginning of something extraordinary. Through inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical insights, you’ll discover everything about modern retirement — from wellbeing and community living to travel, creativity, personal growth, and legacy building. Hosted by Ardency, leaders in luxury retirement living, this series explores how to design your next chapter with wellness, connection, style, and purpose. Retirement isn’t about slowing down — it’s about choosing how you want to live, every single day. Brought to you by Ardency.com.au.     🔎 This podcast is for you if you’re searching for… Best retirement lifestyle options. How to plan for retirement living. Healthy and active retirement tips. Luxury retirement communities in Australia. Retirement planning for wellbeing and purpose. Travel, hobbies, and creativity after retirement. Creating an impact after retirement. Retirement wellness and longevity strategies. Building connection and community in retirement How to enjoy life after work

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