Summary

In this episode of the Humans vs Retirement podcast, Dan is joined by author, workplace psychologist and founder of Retirement Life Plan, Pauline Johnson-Zielonka, to discuss our brain's battle with retirement. Polly, who has a PhD in human and organisational systems and a background in industrial psychology, shares her knowledge and approach to understanding retirement by drawing from positive psychology, social psychology, and industrial psychology. Together, Dan and Polly explore ways to help listeners overcome the behavioural, emotional, and financial challenges of life after work.

What You’ll Learn

The listener will learn about the challenges of retirement and how to prepare for them, including social and psychological adjustments, finding new avenues for fulfilling experiences, and building strong social networks outside of work. The episode emphasises the importance of individualised retirement planning and the need to consider personal priorities and circumstances. The guest, Pauline Johnson-Zielonka, shares her knowledge and wisdom on the topic based on her background in psychology and research. The episode also recommends a book on retirement and suggests seeking out retirement couples therapy or counselling to create a shared vision for retirement.

About My Guest

Polly Johnson-Zielonka is the author of the book Retirement Life Plan and a highly qualified guest on the Humans vs Retirement podcast. She holds a PhD in human and organizational systems and has a background in industrial psychology. Polly's book is full of thoughtful research, relatable case studies, and actionable reflective questions, making it a valuable resource for those considering retirement. She emphasises the importance of individuality and personal values when planning for retirement, as well as considering the needs of any partners or relationships. Polly currently resides in Orange County, California.

Find out more by going to www.humansvsretirement.com

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