Arthur Brooks, in his book "From Strength to Strength," reminds us of the power wisdom accumulated over life in what he calls crystallized intelligence.

Crystallized intelligence represents the wealth of knowledge, skills, and wisdom we accumulate throughout our lives.  It's the expertise we gain from our careers, relationships, and experiences. And the great news is, this form of intelligence continues to grow as we age, providing a rich foundation for an impactful second act and fulfilling retirement. 

We often downplay the Power of Experience as we plan or begin retirement which means we loose sight of how we can achieve make a lasting impact in the 2nd half of life.

Two powerful concepts, introduced in "Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, can help you create a life that is both fulfilling and authentically yours. They are the concepts of workview and lifeview. Defining your workview and lifeview is not about creating rigid rules or limiting your options. It's about gaining clarity and creating a roadmap for a life that is aligned with your true self. It's about making choices that bring you closer to your goals and values, rather than drifting through life like on a tide or falling into retirement without a clear purpose or direction.