Retirement Year One

Retirement isn't a destination—it's a transition. And transitions are messy, surprising, and rarely follow the script we imagined.

This book walks with you through 365 days of that journey. Not with platitudes or checklists, but with honest reflections on what you're actually experiencing: the weird guilt of a Tuesday afternoon nap, the identity crisis when someone asks "what do you do?", the money anxiety that hits even when your savings look fine.

Organized into four quarters that mirror the natural rhythm of adjustment: - Q1: The Transition—navigating the first 90 days, from honeymoon to reality - Q2: Building the New Life—designing your time, expanding your mind, exploring creativity - Q3: Going Deeper—adventure, giving back, physical pursuits, and reimagining home - Q4: Sustaining & Looking Ahead—technology, inner work, and planning what's next

Each day offers a reflection, a perspective shift, a concrete action, and a journal prompt. No preachy advice. No condescending "enjoy your golden years." Just honest companionship from someone who gets it.

Open to any page. Take what helps. Keep moving.