Two Sides of FI What No One Tells You About Purpose and Happiness in Retirement
Jan 7, 2025
In this conversation, Jordan "Doc G" Grumet shares his insights as a hospice physician and author on finding purpose in retirement. He distinguishes between 'big P' and 'little p' purposes, urging listeners to create personal fulfillment beyond societal expectations. The discussion highlights how reflecting on regrets can motivate meaningful activities and the joy of rediscovering passions overlooked during careers. Doc G emphasizes the essential role of relationships in achieving true happiness and navigating purpose anxiety in post-work life.
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Two Types of Purpose
- Purpose isn't one thing, it's two: Big P (audacious) and little p (process-oriented).
- Big P is goal-oriented, all-or-nothing, and often leads to anxiety while little p fosters happiness.
Societal Pressure and Big P Purpose
- Society bombards us with Big P purpose through social media, marketing, and family expectations.
- These external pressures often don't align with our true selves, leading to disappointment.
Goal Agnosticism
- Strive for goals, but enjoy the process.
- Ask yourself: Even without reaching the goal, would the journey be worthwhile?
