Most men spend more time planning a two-week vacation than they do planning the 20 years they will live in retirement. If you’re only thinking about your money, you might be heading for a crash.

In this episode of Minutes to Midlife, I sit down with AARON KIRSCH, CFP and DR. LAURA ZETTEL-WATSON, PHD, CPG, authors of The Rewarding Retirement Workbook, to discuss the "Check Engine Light" of midlife. We dive deep into why high-achievers often end up unhappy despite financial success, and the key essentials you need to build a life of meaning—not just wealth.

What We Cover:

Why the "Midlife Crisis" is actually a golden opportunity.

The difference between Hedonic (Pleasure) and Eudaemonic (Meaning) happiness.

How to "Train for your 70s" starting today.

The 3 Health Pillars you are probably neglecting.

(00:00) Intro: Why Money Isn't Enough
(00:36) The Problem with "One Size Fits All" Retirement
(01:32) The "Unhappy Millionaire" Trap
(03:19) The Midlife "Check Engine Light"
(07:06) Why Men Fail to Invest in Themselves
(07:56) Eudaemonic vs. Hedonic Goals (The Real Secret)
(09:17) The Big Three: Sleep, Nutrition, Exercise
(12:01) The "Train for your 70s" Mindset
(12:42) One Small Habit to Change Your Life Today
(16:10) Go-Go, Slow-Go, and No-Go Years
(17:50) Final Wisdom: Practice Grace
(20:22) Rapid Fire: "This or That" Game
(21:14) How to Find Aaron & Laura

Mentioned in this Episode:

📄 Free Health Worksheet Download: https://bit.ly/44nAPyr
📘 The Rewarding Retirement Workbook: https://a.co/d/idEWmfQ
🌐 Aaron & Laura's Website: https://www.rewardingretirementworkbook.com/

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