I recently came across an article that highlights the anxieties many UK adults have about retirement. According to the FSCS, 56% worry about a drop in their standard of living, and 47% are concerned about housing costs in their later years. While these concerns are valid, I believe there’s another way to look at retirement planning—one that’s not driven by fear or the need to buy financial products.
🌱 Sustainable Livelihoods Over Retirement Plans 🌱
What if I told you that the key to a secure future lies not just in pension plans but in creating a sustainable livelihood? Imagine a life where you work in a field you’re passionate about, that the world needs, and that you’re good at—a life where you never wish to retire because your work enriches you and contributes to your well-being.
📈 The Four Pillars of a Fulfilling Career 📈
1️⃣ Passion: Do what you love.
2️⃣ Skill: Be good at it.
3️⃣ Need: Address a global or community need.
4️⃣ Financial Viability: Ensure it’s something the world will pay for.
By aligning your career with these four pillars, you’re not just securing your financial future; you’re also contributing to your emotional, intellectual, and spiritual abundance. This is what we call living your ‘Kokoro.’
🌍 Breaking the Status Quo 🌍
The financial industry often paints a bleak picture of retirement to sell products. But at “Planning My Life,” we’re committed to empowering you to take control of your financial destiny. For just £19/month, you gain access to a wealth of planning resources that guide you in creating a life plan that’s both fulfilling and financially secure.
Third of young people believe retirement will be better than parents’ – FT Adviser.
Let’s change the narrative around retirement and focus on creating lives we don’t want to retire from. After all, a fulfilling life contributes to longevity and well-being.
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