Episode
It's my birthday! Life & Money lessons I've learned!
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- Life Starts at Retirement
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- Dec 26, 2025
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- 1089
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Summary
Today is my 63rd birthday, and instead of celebrating with cake and candles, I wanted to share something far more meaningful—the biggest life and money lessons I’ve learned along the way. These are lessons I didn’t fully understand in my 20s, 30s, or even my 40s. Some came from smart choices, others from hard mistakes, loss, change, and starting over more than once. Retirement has a way of clarifying what truly matters—and what never did. In this video, I talk honestly about: • The biggest money lessons I wish I’d learned sooner • What retirement taught me about time and freedom • The life lessons that only come from living • And what I’d tell my younger self if I had the chance If you’re approaching retirement, newly retired, or simply reflecting on your own journey, I hope these lessons make you feel less alone—and maybe help you avoid a few detours I took along the way. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:06 - Time is wealth 1:48 - Start investing early 3:00 - Money isn't everything 4:09 - Don't chase money - chase your values 5:07 - Change is constant 6:06 - Patience - patience - patience 6:51 - Less stuff = less joy 7:33 - Invest in yourself 8:04 - Your competition is yourself 9:17 - Guard your health 10:13 - Debt 12:11 - Choose people wisely 13:31 - Keep learning & keep laughing 14:09 - Freedom is priceless 15:35 - Saying NO 16:35 - Be the BEST you! Thank you for being part of this community and for walking this chapter of life with me. 💛 Here’s to growing older, wiser, and more intentional—together. 🎂 63 years old today… and still learning.