{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5e43fdd6e40bfc8e713b02ff/6ad8f05213113bbc76f77149?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Rethinking retirement: why work could be key to ageing well – with Lyndsey Simpson","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5e43fdd6e40bfc8e713b02ff/1792601905421-d3ecf076-229c-4e5a-a7da-dff7bd99857e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>We’ve been sold the idea that retirement is the ultimate goal, but could stopping work abruptly leave us feeling bored, isolated and without purpose? Lyndsey Simpson, founder of 55/Redefined, joins Liz to explore why gradually cutting back on work while bringing more interests into our lives might be healthier for us.</p><p><br></p><p>They discuss why working longer doesn’t have to mean staying in the same job and why purpose, connection, mental stimulation and independence are key for ageing well.</p><p><br></p><p>Lyndsey also shares advice for designing a fulfilling next chapter, from retraining and volunteering to over-50s apprenticeships and dipping your toe back into the workplace.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Is retiring too soon bad for our health?</li><li>The power of purpose for a positive and resilient outlook</li><li>How to plan a fulfilling life after retirement</li><li>Ways to find purpose and routine when you’re not working </li><li>Are you really craving retirement or do you just need something to change?</li><li>The advantages of an ageing workforce </li><li>How entrepreneurs over 60 are more successful than under-30s</li><li>Advice for getting back into the workplace </li><li>The industries crying out for female midlife talent </li><li>Apprenticeships for the over-50s</li><li>How to rediscover your ‘what’ and ‘why’</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Links mentioned in the episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.centreforsocialjustice.org.uk/beyond-midlife-commission\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Beyond Midlife Commission</a></li><li><a href=\"http://bookmarkreading.org/volunteer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Bookmark Reading Charity</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>More from Lyndsey:</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/simpson.lyndsey/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Follow Lyndsey on Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/the_age_rebellion/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Follow The Age Rebellion on Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://geni.us/theagerebellion\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Read </a><em><a href=\"https://geni.us/theagerebellion\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Age Rebellion</a></em></li><li><a href=\"https://55redefined.co/about\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More about 55/Redefined </a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Get in touch with a question for Liz:</strong> </p><ul><li><strong>Email:</strong> <a href=\"mailto:podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com</a></li><li><strong>WhatsApp:</strong> 07518 471 846</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>More from Liz:</strong></p><ul><li><em><a href=\"https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Age-Supercharge-Health-Better/dp/1399723715\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">How To Age</a></em></li><li><em><a href=\"https://amzn.to/4gdLAGG\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">A Better Second Half</a></em><a href=\"https://amzn.to/4gdLAGG\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> </a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/lizearleme/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Follow Liz on Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/lizearlewellbeing/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Host:</strong> Liz Earle </p><p><strong>Producer:</strong> Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) </p><p><strong>Content Writer:</strong> Lucy Parley </p><p><strong>Head of Brand:</strong> Ellie Smith</p><p><br></p><p><em>Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our <a href=\"https://lizearlewellbeing.com/affiliate-policy/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Affiliate Policy</a></em> for more information.</p>","author_name":"Liz Earle"}