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Retire With Purpose - The Retirement Podcast

408: Goal-Setting in Retirement: The Power of Creating a “What I Don’t Want” List

Dec 15, 2023
The podcast discusses the importance of goal setting in retirement and the concept of a 'What I Don't Want' list. They explore the significance of setting meaningful goals, using the P's index to achieve peace, understanding tendencies, and shaping one's current reality. They also highlight the importance of prioritizing personal happiness and peace for effective goal setting.
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Quick takeaways

  • Setting goals in retirement requires identifying both the things you want and the things you don't want, shaping your goals effectively.
  • Inversion, focusing on what you don't want, can be a powerful approach to goal setting, helping you set guardrails and avoid pitfalls that hinder progress.

Deep dives

Setting Meaningful Goals in Retirement

Setting goals in retirement is crucial for clarity and fulfillment. It's important to identify both the things you want and the things you don't want in order to shape your goals effectively. By listing 25 things you want and 25 things you don't want, you can gain a clearer understanding of your desires and priorities. From these lists, circle five things you want and five things you don't want that are most significant to you. By blending these elements together, you can create a focused intention for your goals. Additionally, writing your own obituary can provide further clarity on what you want and don't want in your life, helping you make decisions that align with your values and desires.

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