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The Magic of Balance - Rest and Work in Retirement
March 27, 2026
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Fresh off an amazing vacation, Ben Taatjes reflects on the rejuvenating power of rest - but quickly reminds us that this is only a fraction of what retirement should be about. Yes, retirement should include times for vacation, rest, and decompression. But it should also include meaningful work. Discover why the magic lies in the balance between these two essential elements. Learn how rest and work aren't opposing forces but complementary ones - you can't fully appreciate one without the other. This episode reveals how both rest and work enhance each other, allowing you to enjoy each to a greater degree and creating a retirement that's both restorative and purposeful.
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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.