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Beyond Finances: 5 Things People Miss When It Comes to Retirement Planner

Beyond Finances: 5 Things People Miss When It Comes to Retirement Planner

Update: 2025-09-23
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Most retirement planning focuses on one thing: the numbers. And yes, financial security matters. You need that foundation in place.

But here's what most people don't expect: You could have every financial box checked off and still feel lost, bored, or lonely in retirement.

After years of dreaming about no alarm clocks and endless freedom, many retirees find themselves asking, "Now what?" In fact, nearly half of retirees say they feel bored within their first two years.

Retirement planning beyond finances is about designing a life that feels meaningful and connected. It's about the things that don't show up on your balance sheet but absolutely determine whether your golden years feel golden.

From discovering new passions to building lasting connections, here are the five overlooked elements that shape true retirement happiness.

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Beyond Finances: 5 Things People Miss When It Comes to Retirement Planner

Beyond Finances: 5 Things People Miss When It Comes to Retirement Planner

Zena Amundsen