Design Your Joyful Retirement

Laurie Crawford
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Design Your Joyful Retirement

Design Your Joyful Retirement is for Gen X women who want to prepare for thriving in retirement. We’re talking about everything from financial freedom, health & wellness, perimenopause and menopause to travel, relationships, downsizing and more. Get ready for expert interviews, actionable tips, and inspiring stories that will help you create the retirement you desire. We're diving deep into the areas that matter most to Gen X women. Everything that we’ll be talking about is to highlight the many options we all have and to support you in designing the retirement you desire.

  1. 15. Rev Up Your Health & Wellness with Diane Amelia Read

    3 DAYS AGO

    15. Rev Up Your Health & Wellness with Diane Amelia Read

    Gen X women, we're diving into the topic of women’s health before and during retirement. Diane Amelia Read shares actionable advice and strategies to help women prioritize their well-being during this transformative phase of life. This episode will inspire and empower you to thrive. We're talking about: Taking proactive steps in your 40s and 50s that can significantly impact your health during retirement. Creating a balanced lifestyle—combining exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness—the foundation of healthy aging. Maintaining social connections and a sense of purpose, which are crucial to staying vibrant and engaged before and during retirement. The habits you build now support your longevity and quality of life. Get To Know Diane Amelia Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/33p44z2h The Daily Pebble: https://tinyurl.com/TheDailyPebble LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-amelia-read/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DianeAmeliaRead/   Connect With Diane Amelia Calendly: https://calendly.com/dianeameliaread Topmate: https://topmate.io/diane_amelia_read

    51 min
  2. 14. Relationships in Retirement with Wendy Hutterer

    OCT 23

    14. Relationships in Retirement with Wendy Hutterer

    Relationships ebb and flow throughout our lives, including before, during, and after retirement. In this episode, we dive into the ways retirement can reshape our relationships with partners, friends, and family. As we transition into this new phase of life, the routines and social structures we once relied on often change, leading to both challenges and opportunities for deeper connections. We’ll hear about the impact of retirement on interpersonal dynamics, the joys of rekindling friendships, and the complexities of adjusting to a partner's or our own new habits and lifestyle. We’ll also explore how the loss of work-related social interactions can affect our sense of belonging and identity. My guest, Wendy Hutterer, offers practical advice on maintaining strong relationships, creating new social networks, and navigating the emotional landscape of this life transition. Join us for an engaging discussion that highlights the evolving nature of our connections as we embrace retirement, offering insights that can help enrich this special time in life. Open Door Counseling FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550541885263 Open Door Counseling Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/opendoorcounselingllc/ Find more information about this episode's ad at: https://GenesisIntegrative.com/

    57 min
  3. 13. Makeup and Skincare Tips for the Mature Woman with Cheri Larson Burwell

    APR 23

    13. Makeup and Skincare Tips for the Mature Woman with Cheri Larson Burwell

    Ever wonder how to keep your skin glowing and your makeup flawless, no matter your age? In this episode, Cheri Larson Burwell shares makeup and skincare tips tailored for the mature woman. She spills a few secrets that will have you rethinking your beauty routine. Your face is your canvas. Bring out your inner artist, have a little fun, explore, experiment. Because, why not?!  To listen to/watch Cheri's tutorials, visit these Mature Beauty Studio social media links: FB ~ https://www.facebook.com/maturebeautystudio Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/maturebeautystudio/ YouTube ~ https://www.youtube.com/@maturebeautystudio8492 TikTok ~ https://www.tiktok.com/@maturebeautystudio

    46 min
  4. 12. Writing Your Own Obituary with Jamie Passaro

    APR 18

    12. Writing Your Own Obituary with Jamie Passaro

    When you write your own obituary, you get to have the last word. With your Gen X independent nature, that might be right up your alley. In this episode, Jamie Passaro, owner and writer at Dear Person Obits, talks about the four benefits of writing your own obituary. If it's even a consideration, dip your toe in and just get started. It doesn't have to be a huge undertaking, and thoughtful processing can take months or years. It's not necessarily easy to face our own mortality, but it is true that we're all going to die, so we might as well face it head on. And, when you write your obituary, you get to say what you want to say the way you want to say it. Connect with Jamie at: Website: https://dearpersonobits.com/ Email: jamie@dearpersonobits.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_dearpersonobits/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dearpersonobits/

    43 min
  5. 11. Gen XX Fitness and Nutrition Strategies with Deanna Genske

    MAR 19

    11. Gen XX Fitness and Nutrition Strategies with Deanna Genske

    We all know that prioritizing fitness and nutrition is important throughout our lives. It's especially important during our forties and beyond when it becomes not just a choice, but a delightful necessity. Getting and staying active and nourishing your body with wholesome foods can make a world of difference for your long-term health. It's probably the secret ingredient to enjoying life to the fullest.  Deanna Genske, owner of Youniquely Fit Studio, shares how she coaches Gen X women in working toward and achieving their fitness and nutrition goals. Youniquely Fit Studio  https://www.facebook.com/JDStudio14/

    52 min
  6. 10. The Wisdom of WoW ~ In Recognition of International Women's Day

    MAR 8

    10. The Wisdom of WoW ~ In Recognition of International Women's Day

    On this March 8th, 2024, Happy International Women's Day! This is a day that has been celebrated around the world for 113 years. It’s about recognizing women’s achievements and raising awareness about what still needs to be done to achieve equality. In recognition and celebration of this day, I have a special episode for you. It's with my WoW friends. They're Boomers, and I'm a Gen Xer, and they're dishing up all sorts of juicy wisdom. Get ready for a fun and deep conversation, with insights you can use right away. In this episode with Norma Bishop, Peggy Pitz, Lauren Hofland, and Betsy Alles, we're learning about their work and personal backgrounds, when they retired and how they knew it was time, and where and with whom they choose to spend their time and energy post retirement.

    1h 18m
  7. 9. Your Personal Guide to AARP with Amber Miller

    FEB 27

    9. Your Personal Guide to AARP with Amber Miller

    If you're 50+, you've likely received an invitation to join AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons). If you're under 50, do you know you can join right now? Actually, you can become a member at 18. Who knew? In this episode with Amber Miller, Associate State Director of Community Outreach in Wisconsin, we're talking about the benefits of being a member, issues that AARP is advocating for with legislators, topics important to Gen X that are different than Boomers, as well as how AARP is reaching our generation differently. Connect with Amber at ammiller@aarp.org or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-miller-mba/ AARP ~ https://www.aarp.org/ The Girlfriend Newsletter for Gen X Women ~ https://www.thegirlfriend.com/ Virtual Community Center ~ https://local.aarp.org/virtual-community-center/ Online Exercise ~ https://local.aarp.org/virtual-community-center/exercise-wellness/ Movies for Grownups (and free screenings) ~ https://local.aarp.org/movies/

    48 min
  8. 8. Matching Your Love for Animals and Adventure with Angela Laws

    FEB 13

    8. Matching Your Love for Animals and Adventure with Angela Laws

    Are you a Gen Xer who loves adventure and furry friends? If you'd like to travel in retirement (or anytime), and keep it as low cost as possible, this episode is for you. Imagine exploring new destinations while cuddling up with adorable pets. Pet and house sitting is the ultimate way to fuel your wanderlust and satisfy your love for animals at the same time.  From cozy country cottages to chic city apartments to experiencing different countries, the possibilities are endless. You'll get to take care of adorable animals and enjoy a variety of lifestyles along the way.  In today's episode, Angela Laws, with TrustedHousesitters, shares the details, fun, and responsibilities that go along with pet and house sitting.   www.trustedhousesitters.com  Instagram @trustedhousesitters  Facebook @TrustedHousesitters Twitter - Angela @TrustedAngela Twitter - THS @Housesitting  Angela @ LinkedIn    That ad about the Women's Summit that you heard at the beginning of the episode... ~ here's the link to register  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-summit-2-let-that-go-tickets-729446142047 We look forward to seeing you!

    58 min
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Design Your Joyful Retirement is for Gen X women who want to prepare for thriving in retirement. We’re talking about everything from financial freedom, health & wellness, perimenopause and menopause to travel, relationships, downsizing and more. Get ready for expert interviews, actionable tips, and inspiring stories that will help you create the retirement you desire. We're diving deep into the areas that matter most to Gen X women. Everything that we’ll be talking about is to highlight the many options we all have and to support you in designing the retirement you desire.

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  • Creator
    Laurie Crawford
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023. Laurie Crawford Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved.
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    Design Your Joyful Retirement

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