Beyond Retirement
Beyond Retirement
Jacquie Doucette
Flailing Forward - Forget the Path in Retirement
8 minutes Posted Feb 8, 2026 at 7:00 pm.
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Retirement doesn't need a master plan. In this follow-up solo episode, Jacquie Doucette reflects on Lynn Katz's journey from school principal to author and community leader, showing how freedom, curiosity, and small daily goals can guide a deeply fulfilling retirement. Whether you're newly retired or still figuring it out, this episode offers practical insight into designing a path that fits you—not someone else's vision.
Key Topics Covered
* Intentional Retirement Choices
No burnout, just clarity
* Passion Rediscovery
Childhood dreams reignited in retirement
* Goal Setting Over Scheduling
Daily writing targets instead of rigid routines
Flexibility fuels sustained engagement
* New Experiences in Later Life
Saying yes to unexpected roles and hobbies
* The Power of Openness
Embracing "flailing" and slow starts
Staying curious and adaptable
* Community and Learning
Lifelong learners never retire
Connection as a pillar of post-work life