159: Old People Know Stuff

FEATURING: Rhonda Stoppe

ORGANIZATION: No Regrets Woman

Rhonda Stoppe joins Jim & Martha Brangenberg on iRetire4Him to talk honestly about marriage, mentoring, and purpose in the retirement years. Drawing from her own story, Rhonda explains why “old ladies know stuff” isn’t about having it all together but about sharing wisdom shaped by both faithfulness and failure.

She addresses the rise of “gray divorce,” the lie that happiness comes after leaving a long-term marriage, and why retirement requires couples to intentionally create new rhythms. Rhonda shares practical insights on staying connected in marriage, setting healthy boundaries in mentoring relationships, and avoiding the trap of becoming roommates in this season of life.

Rhonda also gives a glimpse into life after her husband Steve’s retirement, from ranch life and caring for family to cheering each other on as callings shift but don’t disappear. She encourages retirees to step into mentoring roles, build new and deep community, and stay spiritually engaged rather than checking out.

The conversation highlights Rhonda’s podcast, Old Ladies Know Stuff, along with several of her books, including The Marriage Mentor (co-written with her husband Steve), Moms Raising Sons to Be Men, A Christian Woman’s Guide to Great Sex and Marriage, and her upcoming release Moms of the Bible. Check them out!

Other episode mentions:

• Past interview with Rhonda and her husband Steve from iWork4Him: “Marriage Mentoring Saves Marriages”

• iRetire4Him Podcast episode featuring Cynthia Ruchti, discussing her book Spouse in the House

• Rhonda is speaking at the Legacy Grandparenting Summit in Dallas, March 19–21, and invites you to come, too.

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