One of the main reasons that some people struggle as they try to adjust to life in some form of retirement is that they have only thought about money when doing their retirement planning. This is not surprising considering that the retirement planning industry has […]
Read MoreWorking In Our 60s
The reality for most people approaching retirement is that they will probably be swapping a full-time career job for a life which is part retirement and part work. There are lots of benefits in this new ‘norm’. The additional money will help fund a retirement […]
Read More5 Super Funds Now Using Our Material
The total number of superannuation funds now using our books, articles and presentations has now climbed to five. As pioneers of the idea that retirement is about lifestyle and not just all about how much money you’ve saved, it’s very satisfying to see that innovative […]
Read MoreLegal Considerations When Buying A Retirement Village Unit
Are you or your parents/grandparents considering buying a retirement village unit? There are numerous ways of doing this, which can make the entire process confusing and overwhelming. This guide will explain the different accommodation to choose from and how the law affects each: The Law […]
Read MoreTest Cricket Has Lessons For Life
The Ashes Cricket Tests remind me of some words of wisdom that a past Australian Cricket captain once passed on to me. He said “The difference between a good first grader and an international representative is what’s between their ears”. All the players in the […]
Read MoreFinding Peace Of Mind
While many of us yearn for it, Peace of Mind is not a state that’s easy to achieve in our modern, bustling world. Yet without Peace of Mind, it’s difficult to be truly happy and to enjoy living our lives. Petrea King is a very […]
Read MoreRedesign My Brain
Todd Sampson is back on ABC TV with the second series of his popular program “Redesign my brain”. Todd’s central message is about brain plasticity – our brain is adaptable and can learn new skills, even as we get older. On his second show in […]
Read MoreHow To Reduce Your Chances Of Getting Dementia
I recently watched a fascinating interview with Dr Norman Doidge (author of “The Brain that Changes Itself”) and Dr Karen Hitchcock (an advocate for better medical treatment for the aged). While they spoke on a wide range of issues around brain plasticity and ageing, I […]
Read MoreSenior Voluneers Ward Off Brain ‘Shinkage’
I recently came across an article circulated by the John Hopkins University in the USA which I thought was worth sharing. The memory centre in the brains of seniors who volunteered in public schools for two years maintained their size, rather than shrinking as part […]
Read MoreMore Media Coverage For Our Website
During May, Paul McKeon visited Melbourne and Adelaide to speak to some super funds. While in these cities he was interviewed on ABC Radio, talking about the importance of lifestyle issues in retirement. In Adelaide, this interview ran on the popular morning program while in […]
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