Episode 34: Staying Active in Retirement
Every person’s ideal retirement lifestyle is different, yet research shows there is a common thread among the happiest and healthiest retirees: they remain active and engaged in life.
Kathy Longo, CFP®, CAP®, CDFA®Retirement looks different for everyone, but you’re likely to be happier and healthier if you remain active and engaged in the world around you. Research shows that retirees who work part-time, volunteer, or otherwise spend their time in active or socially engaged situations have a lower likelihood of developing age-related chronic health conditions. They also show higher levels of emotional well-being. What does this mean for your retirement?
Your challenge this week is to answer that question so you can stay active in the way that’s right for you.
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About the Author
Kathy Longo, CFP®, CAP®, CDFA®
Kathy Longo brings over 25 years of expertise and experience to Flourish Wealth Management. Kathy is wholly dedicated to improving the life of each client and finds joy in making complex matters simple and easy to understand. She excels at asking the right questions, uncovering new possibilities and implementing the most advantageous strategies for success. Playing such a pivotal role in her clients’ lives remains an honor and a privilege. After earning a degree in Financial Planning and Counseling from Purdue University, she began her career at a small firm in Palatine, Illinois where she worked directly with clients while learning to build a viable, client-centric business. Over the years, she gained extensive knowledge and wisdom working as a wealth manager, financial planner, firm manager and business owner at notable, various sized companies in both Chicago and Minneapolis.