It's time to rethink, renew and reimagine retirement! Retire Repurposed is dedicated to help people transition into fulfilling and purposeful retirements. Retirement is a big life-change! In fact, the two most dangerous years of a person's life are the year they were born and the year they retire. We believe retirement is not the end; rather, the beginning of what could be the most impactful season of a person's life. So, don't retire; become Repurposed.
Ben Taatjes, Financial Advisor
Stewards Planning Group | 1104 19th Ave SW Willmar, MN 56201
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In this personal and profound episode, Ben Taatjes shares insights gained from a recent health scare that confirmed key ingredients for living a content life in retirement. Discover how gratitude profoundly impacts mental and spiritual health, and learn why eliminating pride is essential for experiencing the fullness and peace retirees seek. Drawing from another powerful C.S. Lewis quote, Ben reveals practical steps for cultivating genuine contentment through life's unexpected challenges and blessings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building on last week's discussion, Ben Taatjes dives deeper into one of the foundational concepts from his book 'Repurposed' - true contentment in retirement. Discover the delicate balance between avoiding the constant pursuit of more while also rejecting a life of lack and limitation. Learn practical strategies for achieving genuine contentment that neither settles for mediocrity nor chases endless acquisition. This episode reveals how retirees can find satisfaction and peace in the sweet spot between scarcity and excess. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this foundational episode, Ben Taatjes explores two massively important concepts for a fulfilling retirement - contentment and peace. Discover what these qualities truly mean, who possesses them, and whether they're simply two sides of the same coin. Learn why both contentment and peace are essential pillars for a Repurposed retirement and how they work together to create a life of genuine satisfaction and tranquility in your post-career years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this candid episode, Ben Taatjes addresses one of the most frustrating challenges in retirement coaching: convincing retirees to pursue growth instead of settling for mediocrity. Discover the common barriers that keep retirees from thriving and learn practical strategies to reignite your desire for life and purpose. This conversation challenges the cultural narrative that retirement means winding down and offers hope for those ready to break through to a more vibrant, fulfilling retirement experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this essential episode, Ben Taatjes explores how your retirement financial plan should reflect your deeper purpose and calling. Moving beyond investment logistics and portfolio specifics, discover three key elements your financial plan needs to truly connect your money with your mission. Learn how to ensure your retirement resources align with your values and enable the meaningful impact you're called to make. This conversation transforms financial planning from mere wealth management into purpose-driven stewardship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a world of constant news cycles and overwhelming information, Ben Taatjes addresses how retirees can cultivate genuine peace amidst external chaos. From political upheaval to global crises, the barrage of negative news can create persistent unrest and anxiety. Discover three practical strategies for experiencing more peace in your retirement years: taking inventory of the information you consume, intentionally scheduling positive experiences, and staying connected to what truly matters. This episode provides a roadmap for protecting your mental and emotional well-being while remaining engaged with the world around you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inspired by a powerful encounter with a motivational speaker who lost a leg in the Iraq War yet chose to find meaning in his experience, Ben Taatjes explores the transformative power of choice in retirement. Drawing from insights gained during a recent advisor trip to Banff, Canada, Ben identifies three major barriers that prevent baby boomers from experiencing the fullness available to them in retirement. Discover how the power of choice and meaning-making can help you overcome these common obstacles and step into the abundant retirement life that awaits you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Continuing his exploration of Tim Keller's 'Every Good Endeavor,' Ben Taatjes distinguishes between mere achievement and meaningful work, revealing how this understanding transforms retirement purpose. Discover how work becomes an expression of calling and service rather than just accomplishment. Ben shares personal insights about his recent business name change and how this decision reflects a deeper alignment with his purpose and calling, demonstrating how stepping into authentic work can enhance both business and retirement fulfillment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this special throwback to Episode #8, we revisit Ben Taatjes' passionate discussion about the positive aspects of work - a topic close to his heart. Discover the often-overlooked benefits of work and why you were created to be productive. Learn how true flourishing and fulfillment come through meaningful labor, not leisure. Ben provides thought-provoking questions about your working career that will help you transition into a truly Repurposed retirement. This foundational episode reveals why understanding work's divine purpose is essential for retirement fulfillment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drawing from Arthur Brooks' research on happiness, Ben Taatjes explores the four essential components of a fulfilling life: faith, family, friends, and work. Through candid reflections from an 18-hour car ride with his daughter returning from her first year of college, Ben illustrates how the absence or weakness of any of these elements can significantly impact our well-being. Discover how this happiness formula applies to retirement and learn practical ways to strengthen these four pillars in your own life for exponentially greater fulfillment in your post-career years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben has been in the financial services industry for nearly two decades. He has worked alongside thousands of families and individuals while owning and operating Taatjes Financial Group, a retirement planning firm in west-central Minnesota. While Ben loves to work with retirees, his passion extends far beyond the numbers. This passion led to the publishing of his first book, Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America in 2017 as well as co-founding Retire Repurposed in 2019.
