Retirement Planning

Three Cheers for Better (and More Affordable!) Hearing

Thomas Lembong Jul 25, 2026 49 views

The landscape of hearing assistance is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by recent legislative changes and rapid technological advancements. For millions of Americans grappling with...

Retirement Planning

The Key Decision Your Financial Advisor Isn’t Telling You About

Thomas Lembong Jul 25, 2026 38 views

Retirement, a milestone long anticipated and meticulously planned for, can unexpectedly transform from a promised land of leisure into an uncharted territory of existential drift....

Retirement Planning

Becoming Who You Truly Are in Retirement

Thomas Lembong Jul 25, 2026 44 views

Retirement, often heralded as a golden period of freedom, increased leisure, and a well-deserved respite from decades of professional endeavor, can, for many, present a...

Retirement Planning

What Are You Saying to Yourself?

Thomas Lembong Jul 24, 2026 45 views

Retirement, a milestone often heralded for its promise of newfound freedom and expanded leisure, presents a unique set of internal challenges that can surprise even...

Retirement Planning

What is Your Retirement Really For?

Thomas Lembong Jul 24, 2026 53 views

The conventional image of retirement—a leisurely escape to a life of golf courses and exotic travel—is increasingly being challenged by a growing body of research...

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Semi-retirement: One Way to Engage in More Meaningful Work

Thomas Lembong Jul 23, 2026 46 views

Years ago, a writer friend offered a candid observation that has resonated with many self-employed individuals: "When you’re self-employed, you never really retire; you just...

Retirement Planning

Hobbies in Retirement: How to Find One That’s Right For You

Thomas Lembong Jul 23, 2026 45 views

Retiring from a long and fulfilling career is a significant life transition, often prompting individuals to re-evaluate their daily routines and identify new sources of...

Retirement Planning

Aging with Gusto: Cultivating a Positive Outlook for a Longer, Healthier Life

Thomas Lembong Jul 23, 2026 44 views

The pervasive societal tendency to devalue aging and idolize youth, while widely acknowledged, presents a significant challenge to individuals navigating their later years. However, a...

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A Diagnosis Leads to a Retirement Course Correction

Thomas Lembong Jul 22, 2026 45 views

By Bev Bachel Two years ago, Allison Pearson and her husband Scott were meticulously planning the retirement they had long envisioned: a tapestry woven with...

Retirement Planning

Boost Your Post-Retirement Confidence

Thomas Lembong Jul 22, 2026 46 views

The transition into retirement, a phase often envisioned as a period of relaxation and freedom, can paradoxically lead to a significant dip in self-assurance for...