Double Click Part 5: Marriage in Retirement - Not Just Avoiding Divorce

May 30, 2026
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In this continuation of the 'Double Click' miniseries, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta address a taboo topic that rarely gets discussed: the rising divorce rate among older couples and the reality of mediocre marriages in retirement. While staying married is important, the real goal should be building a thriving marriage that deepens in connection and intimacy over time. Discover why retirement often exposes marital weaknesses and learn practical strategies couples can implement both before and after retirement to strengthen their bond. This honest conversation challenges the cultural silence around marriage quality in later years and provides a roadmap for transforming your marriage from mere coexistence into genuine partnership and intimacy. Essential listening for anyone committed to a truly fulfilling retirement.

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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.
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