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Freedom Is The Goal - And It's Built On These Principles

We’re back from a wonderful 4-day city break in Lisbon Portugal – a few days of walking, talking, exploring, eating well, and simply enjoying a change of scenery And it reminded us (again) why we designed our business the way we did While we intentionally stepped away from day-to-day work, our business didn’t stop… People joined our business and commissions continued to come in…Not because we were “working harder,” but because the foundations were already in place In fact, all we really did was share a little of what we were enjoying in Lisbon on social media each day and that’s exactly how our business is designed to run And yes we did get to see the famous #28 Tram that runs around the centre of Lisbon as well as many other fun things That’s what freedom looks like to us Not doing nothing — but having choice. And choice doesn’t happen by accident It’s built on decisions, habits, and principles repeated over time Which brings us to something we wanted to share with you today We recently watched a video by Dean Graziosi called “Your 10 Personal Principles for a Successful 2026” ➡️ Watch the video here After you’ve watched it here’s a recap of these principles… Principles that apply whether you’re building an online business, planning retirement, or simply wanting more from this next chapter of life 10 Personal Principles for a Successful 2026 (Dean Graziosi–inspired) 1. Take 100% Responsibility for Your Life No blaming. No excuses. Every choice you make shapes what comes next. 2. Protect Your Mind and Focus What you allow into your attention determines your results. Guard it wisely. 3. Surround Yourself with the Right People Your environment matters. Choose people who encourage growth and possibility. 4. Set a Vision – Then Act Daily Big goals only work when they’re translated into small, consistent actions. 5. Take Bold, Uncomfortable Action Growth lives just outside your comfort zone. Waiting costs more than trying. 6. Be Solution-Focused, Not Problem-Focused Ask better questions: How do I move forward from here? 7. Persist Until You Succeed Progress beats perfection. Every step counts if you refuse to quit. 8. Say No to What Doesn’t Serve Your Growth Your time and energy are valuable — protect them. 9. Build Discipline in the Small Things Daily habits around health, focus, and consistency compound over time. 10. Think Big — Daily Success isn’t one decision. It’s a mindset you choose every day Reading through these, we were struck by how closely they align with what we’ve experienced over the last 15+ years Freedom – whether that’s travel, flexibility, better health, or financial security is rarely about one big leap It’s about living by principles that support the life you want, day after day And this is exactly what we encourage you to do too… Build something that supports your life – not one that traps you in it! Because mindset and principles are the foundation of every successful lifestyle business and every fulfilling next chapter To help you set those all important goals and prepare you each day for a better life check out the app we use daily here In our next newsletter we have some exciting news for you to help you build your freedom faster!

5 min
JAN 8

If You Have Someone With You Everything Is Possible

There was a simple line we saw recently on a poster outside HolaBank here in Spain and it stopped us in our tracks and made us smile Two people were standing on a beach and it said… “If you have someone with you, everything is possible” We’re lucky 🍀we have each other and worked with each other most of our married life The more we’ve thought about it, the more we’ve realised just how true that is especially at this stage of life So many people we speak with are over 50, experienced, capable, and full of stories… And yet what they’re often missing isn’t motivation, intelligence, or effort It’s someone to walk alongside them We see this pattern often People who’ve already taken action, shared their story, and inspired others but feel unsure about the next step Not because they lack ability But because they’re asking a very human question “How do I turn what I’m doing into something that truly helps people and actually works?” And that’s where guidance, structure, and having someone with you changes everything This time of year, when goal setting is front of mind, the first step isn’t pressure or perfection it’s clarity And one simple reminder from a recent training really stayed with us Have fun this year We love 🩷 that Because growth doesn’t have to feel heavy especially when you’re not doing it alone And this is exactly why we do what we do… This Friday, we’re off to Lisbon in Portugal for a short city break a few days to see a musical (our daughter got Susan tickets to Cats for her 70th birthday) We’re meeting our digital nomad friends who live in Portugal and will do some fun things like a city tour on a motorcycle and sidecar and take a tram ride Travel and experiences are always on our mind Not as an “escape”, but as a reminder of the freedom we’ve intentionally built Our business continues to run while we’re away, with very little required beyond staying lightly connected and sharing what we’re up to That flexibility didn’t happen by accident it was a choice And it’s exactly the kind of lifestyle business we encourage you to create too Because we only get one life… And it deserves to be lived – not postponed As always we want to give you something to help you get your year off to a good start So here’s something that we believe is so important 🎯 How To Shape Not Just Goals But Direction for 2026 We recently went through a powerful training that asks some simple but crucial questions… The kind that help you shape not just goals, but direction for 2026 We’d like to share it with you here because clarity comes first And we often need a little help with that… To reflect, decide and move forward with intention especially if you’re building (or considering building) an online business as part of your retirement lifestyle You can watch it here Join us for our next newsletter where we’ll share Your 10 Personal Principles For A Successful 20206 And talk about our trip to Lisbon Until then…

4 min
JAN 4

Five Regrets And The Choices We Still Get To Make

Five Regrets And The Choices We Still Get To Make As we step into the very first newsletter of 2026, we want to begin with something that feels grounding, honest, and important Time passes quickly We’re reminded of that more and more with each year and perhaps you are too That’s why a book that’s been on our minds again is The Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware, based on a blog post she wrote years ago that went on to reach more than 8 million readers In her work caring for people at the end of their lives, five themes came up again and again I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me I wish I hadn’t worked so hard I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends I wish I had let myself be happier They’re simple words As we begin 2026 – a fresh chapter… It feels like a powerful reminder that none of us want to look back with regret, wondering why we didn’t make different choices when we still had time For us, this is why we’ve always talked about both health and financial stability Because without health, freedom loses its meaning And without financial security, choice quietly disappears Over the past 15+ years (we’re now beginning our 16th year online), we’ve seen how the right support, skills, and mindset can completely change what later life looks like Not overnight But steadily, intentionally, and with purpose This is also why we’re so careful about what we recommend We’re also now sharing these newsletters as short audio episodes and blog summaries, so you can engage in whatever way suits you best ⭐ Recommended Resources (Only what we know, use, and trust ourselves) 💻 Home Business Academy (HBA) HBA is where we learned and continue to refine the skills of online business and affiliate marketing Why we recommend it Because financial wellness matters This is the education that helped us create residual income, flexibility, and choices – especially important as we move through our later-life chapters Explore Home Business Academy here 🧠 Amare Global – The Mental Wellness Company Amare focuses on mental wellness, gut health, and emotional resilience – areas often overlooked, but absolutely foundational The pandemic opened up a ‘pandora’s box‘ and much of the world woke up to taking better care of their mental and physical wellness Why we recommend it Because staying well physically and mentally is just as important as staying financially secure And for those who choose, it also offers a way to earn alongside using products we genuinely love Explore Amare here We genuinely feel they go hand in hand because what is wealth without health! If you want to change your life change your mind! Before you leave pick up a copy of our book The Hybrid Retirement Blueprint How to build A Predictable $3000-$5000 Monthly Residual Income (even if you think it’s too late) – blending purpose, leisure and freedom for your perfect hybrid Retirement

4 min
12/31/2025

Chris & Susan Beesley - Final Newsletter 2025

Join us for our final Living The Retirement Lifestyle newsletter of 2025 As we sign off on the final newsletter of 2025, we just wanted to pause and wish you a very heartfelt Happy New Year Feliz Año Nuevo Hand on heart 2025 has been a year of ups and downs, twists and turns But through it all, we’ve stayed positive, never let go of our dreams, and learnt a lot If there’s one lesson that stands out, it’s this Time is our most precious asset So as you step into 2026, our wish for you is simple Don’t waste your time Be intentional with your time Choose to spend it with people who genuinely care about your growth, who value your experience and who want to help you move forward not keep you stuck Because later life isn’t about going it alone It’s about learning, growing, and building alongside people who truly understand where you are and where you want to go We believe 2026 is going to be an important year So step into this new year with the mindset of success Trying something new Taking a risk Developing skills Making memories while life is still a little messy Because your life doesn’t shape itself You do We’re signing out from our home in Spain It’s a little chilly today, but there are glimpses of blue sky and we have our traditional grapes ready for when the clock chimes midnight Whatever 2026 holds for you, we hope it’s filled with health, freedom, meaningful work and people who truly matter Here’s to the very best chapter yet Cheers Chris & Susan Because this felt like one of those messages that mattered, so we’ve done something new If you’d prefer to listen rather than read, Susan recorded an audio version of this email in her own voice – just as if we were chatting together We hope it feels like a warm send-off into 2026 It’s what you are listening to here

2 min
07/03/2025

The Five Pillars Of Life After 50

Join us for the first podcast of 2025 celebrating our new life in Spain on the beautiful Costa del Sol. After Mum passed away in 2022 and our caring responsibilities ended and all our children having left the nest we decided it was our time and this year we received our visa to live and work in Spain Retired but not retired 🤣 because we can never see ourselves doing nothing if we’re honest Today we have what we’ve called The Hybrid Retirement – we work because we love what we do but we also have an enjoyable and fun life exploring new hobbies and sports we never had time for And if you can incorporate the 5 Pillars of Life After 50 you can have a pretty amazing life A little introduction first if we have not yet met Chris and I have been showing people 50+ in or approaching retirement how to make money online for 15 years and we’re passionate about better health and wellness alongside being financially secure and creating a lifestyle business that gives us choices for our retirement – what we call our Hybrid Retirement Lifestyle We love all things digital marketing and sharing what works with our clients, friends and followers Midlife is a new adventure after all! https://vimeo.com/1098503088 We hope you will enjoy this and our future podcast episodes as we we share stories, tips and strategies for starting an online business after 50 – meet our friends and mentors who have been our guides and inspired us over the years and helped us help thousands of others seek a successful life after 50 and into retirement Let us share with you our 5 Pillars For Life After 50 Financial Security Not Financial Stress Be Healthy Both Physically & Mentally To Travel & Have Life Experiences Look Good & Feel Good About Ourselves And Our Future Help Others Achieve The Same Now of course not everyone wants to be an entrepreneur so of course we’re only speaking to those of you who have that spark 💥 in you to do something that lights your fire and a joyful next chapter. If that’s you welcome to the podcast that champions you Please share this with your friends and fellow entrepreneurs who like many we meet think they are too old or it’s too late… Because it never is 😀

15 min
08/24/2024

How Do I Get Out Of Here?

Meet our guest on today’s Living The Retirement Lifestyle Podcast – Billy Schwer – long time friend, former world boxing champion and now author, international speaker, entrepreneur and advocate for mental health and wellness. We first met Billy during our years as management consultants before we became online entrepreneurs and remember it well as he had Susan learning how to box🥊 Friendships are forever and we can truly say that about Billy Let’s say that today’s podcast is both entertaining and inspirational and we hope will think about your life after 50, retirement and what’s possible… How he’s taken his experiences in the ring and in life and is now helping people with their mental health Who Is Billy? https://vimeo.com/1000761856?share=copy He’s a former boxing world champion, he’s headlined at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, The Royal Albert Hall London where at 23 he won the British and Commonwealth Titles and at finally at his fourth attempt to become World Champion claimed the coveted title But as he says life doesn’t always go according to plan does it? And in defending his title and getting badly injured he made the toughest decision of his career Life as a boxer was over! He was going to retire But as he shares, life changing decisions are tough but then life is very very short too and he shares how the transition from ‘Billy the Boxer‘ to life in the real world after ‘retirement’ he found very difficult He struggled with his mental health and depression coping with bankrupcy and losing everything he had worked for… even having suicidal thoughts and admits it took him 15 years to sort himself out But he did And he now volunteers for The Samaritans because having had suicidal thoughts he really understands the conversation going on in the heads of those desparate enough to call in for help “The words ‘Mental’ & ‘Boxing’ came together on a very stressful afternoon when I was in the midst of a depressive episode. I knew others were suffering like me and I wanted to find an answer, a solution for all of us. How could I win the mental boxing match that I was having with the voice in my head? It was giving me a good hiding and beating the shit out of me. Having been a fighter – a winner – all my life (I’m a former world boxing champion, just in case you didn’t know), I was used to fighting, but this fight that I was having was a different kind of fight altogether and one that I was losing, badly. I was getting close to being knocked out… for good. Since those dark days (the lost years) I’ve been on a journey of discovery about what it takes to win this fight, to win at this thing called life – and I’m really happy to say I’ve figured something out and I’m happier, more fulfilled and satisfied with my life now than ever before. I want you punching above your weight, winning more often, experiencing more success and looking great while you’re at it” The stresses people are subject to today are almost unimaginable in a modern world where they shouldn’t exist How could Billy the champion in the ring be Billy who failed in life? This is the kind of question many of us are asking as we get towards retirement when our careers are ended and “what next” Not failure per se as Billy explains but what happens when we reach that momentous day when we’re presented with our long service reward (usually a clock as in our parents or grandparents day) What will we do? Will we still want to work in some capacity or maybe give our time to a good cause or charity as Billy Just remember as you read this you have knowledge and life experiences that could well be what someone is waiting for That’s why this podcast and blog is all about helping you reach your full potential when that time comes Thanks for watching / listening or reading and hope Billy’s story has given you a glimmer of hope for what comes next… Because we have many more years of life and much to do once we’ve escaped the 9-5! We love these inspiring words from Billy and hope you will too You can find out more about Billy here Website : Click Here Wikipedia : Click Here Facebook : Click Here Linkedin : Click Here Thank you for joining us and any questions for us or Billy do reach out to us

42 min
05/30/2024

Failures Are The Stepping Stones To Success

Meet our friend Hui Hui Lek from Singapore who became a very special friend during the Pandemic when our lives and businesses had been curtailed overnight. Life virtually became our new everday and social media became our lifeline. We were both taking part in a virtual challenge with the iconic Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi with a focus on using our skills, talents and passions into a business Hui Hui had lost her retail business overnight as her business relied on importing from China and all borders were closed and she was unable to fulfil orders It was a pretty stressful and challenging time but as we know from personal experience sometimes it’s those challenges and obstacles that become a springboard to something new and exciting Tune in and listen to her story as she takes you through what happened next It’s truly inspiring and proof that with the right mindset, belief and mentorship anything is possible https://vimeo.com/951868599?share=copy We hope that you picked up from her story that when she began her online business she had zero influence and zero audience but what she did have in bucket loads was courage and using a skill she had mastered from the past in illustration After every training she put together what she learned into picture form and shared it with people for free never realising that as she did so she was creating an audience… An audience that has since helped propel her into an amazing business and life We feel very honoured to have met her during the covid years and she gave us inspiration and the motivation to carry on when things looked bleak for us… And likewise inspired by the BIG MAN himslef 3 Things Tony Robbins Said That Changed Her Life If you’ve ever been in a position where you were challenged and thought you couldn’t do something or that someone left you feeling you were not good enough or wouldn’t be able to do something let us share what happened to Hui Hui (remember she told us her name made Tony Robbins happy 😀) how the words of Tony Robbins gave her strength and courage to keep going even though she had never met him until this year. We can totally resonate with that and we were lucky enough to meet him many years ago She say “he switches my mindset every time I’ve had a huge setback in business.” A 6-figure coach told her she wouldn’t make it and was in a state of depression, Tony’s voice ring in her ears, “I can’t therefore I must!” When she was in a daze the second day after she started her coaching business and got a call that her Dad was very sick and hospitalised but she remembered Tony’s words, “Things are happening FOR you, not to you.” It gave her the courage and strength to continue… And made her think what must she do so that it’s happening for me? That incident became her biggest motivation to succeed as a coach. Sprinting from zero to 2MM in 2 years. She then I had a meltdown in her 3rd month stumbling over speaking coherently in English even after lots of practice. She recalled Tony’ voice saying, “Believe it will be worth it in the end.” At that time, she hadn’t even met Tony in person and he already had had a huge influence on her We truly hope that hearing her story and the challenges she overcame from losing everything she and her partner had worked for to where she is today actually meeting Tony Robbins and sharing her story with him… That you too will be motivated to put aside all those little voices in your head that Chris calls “fruit salad“ And make the leap into the unknown and make a life and an income for yourself that you truly deserve You can read the rest of her story as it unfolds on her social media below and we hope we will meet you in this year’s free challenge called “The Game Has Changed“ We’ll be there alongside Hui Hui and thousands of others ready to make a change in their life We’ll leave you with a favourite quote from Hui Hui “Failures Are The Stepping Stones To Success” Connect With Hui Hui Here Facebook Instagram Linkedin YouTube Thank you for joining us and any questions do reach out to us

28 min
09/18/2023

Build A Business And A Life Without Limits

Join us with our guest Jo Barnes on Living The Retirement Lifestyle Podcast as we talk about how running an online business has changed over the 13 years we’ve all been online and how easy it is today to make money online in so many different ways and fulfilling a life without limits… How anything from $500 a month to $2000 can make all the difference to someone’s quality of life https://vimeo.com/861953500?share=copy A bit of backstory We and Jo started in 2010 post the recession of 2008 when the internet was in it’s infancy with no fancy tools like we have today yet we faced the fear and did it. We neither of us knew if it would work but somehow we just knew it would and we had to try. For Jo it all began one day when feeling stuck and miserable they agreed to house sit for a friend in Cyprus who was involved in something called “internet marketing” With no income and not a lot of savings, they knew they had to start earning fast and this is her story Fast forward to 2013, Jo has been location independent running a 6 figure online businesses for well over a decade now just as we have… her husband too! Their daughter was 4 when they packed up everything and moved to Cyprus and finally arrived in Phuket in Thailand (they’ve lived and travelled to 40 countries!) where they settled so she could get through her higher education years but today they’re ready to get the backpacks out again We talked about reaching 50 – that all important milestone in our lives (we started our online business in our mid 50’s) and about “unretirement” – that time when you want to get the absolute best out of the second half of life. How it’s very possible to grow a location independent lifestyle business doing something you love that gives you the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world. And it needn’t be complicated… Nor does everyone want to be a multi-millionaire even… They just want to be comfortable and not have to worry about money and be able to do the things they dreamed of doing As Jo says, most people can quite easily start a side hustle today and generate some money selling stuff they don’t want for example It’s one of the things Gary Vaynerchuk talks about in his videos too It’s a start and then the thought of other ways of making money kicks in Building a lifestyle business isn’t just about breaking financial barriers, it’s about designing a life that literally makes you leap out of bed each morning. And, as Gen X or Baby Boomers, our age isn’t a barrier; it’s a goldmine of wisdom and experience that gives our lifestyle businesses their unique edge Talking “unretirement”… And just for fun, Jo shares the famous “unretirement” video of Tom Brady and his NFL friends going back on the pitch – it’s very funny 🤣🤣🤣 but it does make the point. We’ve got years left in us so let’s make the most of it! She says that now it’s her mission to share her experiences and help others build their own lifestyle business that gives them the freedom to live and work from anywhere in the world whether that be your kitchen table or a beach in Fiji She believes (just as we do) that a lifestyle business is your chance to become a master of your own destiny and to generate an income that funds your ideal lifestyle whatever that is to you For anyone wanting to spend the rest of their life and not working in the traditional way (aka for someone else) she’s just launched a brand new course The Solopreneur Success Formula We’ve been through it and know you will enjoy her relaxed style of training and it will get you on the road to creating that lifestyle business you’ve been listening to us both share If there’s one thing we’ve both learnt over the years if you want to do something learn from someone who has already done what you want to do We hope that you will be inspired to face the fear and get out of your comfort zone and have a great second half of life In Jo’s words “be willing to be a bad artist to begin” (we all are) Where to find Jo: On Linkedin On Facebook Her Lifestyle Business Website Her Lifestyle Entrepreneurs Course Thanks for joining us for this episode of Living The Retirement Lifestyle and we’ll see you on the next one

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Entrepreneurs From Around The World Share Stories, Advice & Inspiration To Achieve A Totally Fulfilling Retirement

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Chris and Susan Beesley - Retirement Entrepreneurs
Years Active

2020 - 2026
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50
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Living The Retirement Lifestyle

Living The Retirement Lifestyle

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Freedom Is The Goal - And It's Built On These Principles

If You Have Someone With You Everything Is Possible

Five Regrets And The Choices We Still Get To Make

Chris & Susan Beesley - Final Newsletter 2025

The Five Pillars Of Life After 50

How Do I Get Out Of Here?

Failures Are The Stepping Stones To Success

Build A Business And A Life Without Limits

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