From Early Retirement Challenges to Finding Purpose with Dr. Mike Patterson 6fb1b

About Dr. Mike Patterson: Dr. Michael Patterson, Ed.D., is an author, speaker, consultant, and host of the Mission First People Always Podcast. A learning strategist and master facilitator, he helps leaders and teams navigate conflict, improve collaboration, and achieve better results. With expertise in Relationship Intelligence, his books Mission First People Always and Have a Nice Conflict have impacted thousands worldwide. Dr. Patterson works with corporate, government, and nonprofit clients to solve problems and enhance performance, focusing on the power of human connections in leadership and teamwork. In this episode, Shawn and Dr. Mike Patterson discuss: Navigating purpose and fulfillment in retirement Transitioning from work to meaningful service Relationship-building is a cornerstone of life Challenges of early retirement and financial planning Key Takeaways: Dr. Mike's experience highlights how early retirement can cause feelings of anxiety and irrelevance if one’s sense of purpose is not well-defined, emphasizing the need to balance freedom with meaningful contributions. Retirement planning should include enjoying the "go-go" years with health and vitality, as the ability to travel and make memories often diminishes over time due to aging and health challenges. Serving others through community engagement, mission trips, or using professional expertise in nonprofit work provides fulfillment and helps retirees maintain purpose while giving back. Sustained investment in relationships, both personal and professional, leads to deeper connection and enduring joy, which are key to happiness in retirement and life. "I literally failed retirement in two weeks because I got antsy, I got anxious, and it wasn’t so much about money—it was about still having something to contribute." — Dr. Mike Patterson   Connect with Dr. Mike Patterson:  Website: https://www.drmikepatterson.com/ Show: Mission First People Always Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mission-first-people-alwayss-podcast/id1608457367 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaellpatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrmikepatterson/ Get a free copy of Shawn’s book “The Priority of Retirement” here- https://www.retirewisepro.com/the-priority-of-retirement Shawn: Website- https://www.retirewisepro.com/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiIMGdosN-snkV5gFt7FRSg LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-maloney-retire-wise Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/retirewise_llc/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ShawnMaloney.RetirementPlanning/ Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Dr. Mike Patterson is not a client, nor should his appearance in this ment be construed as an endorsement of Shawn Maloney or Retire Wise LLC. Mission First People Always Podcast is not d with Retire Wise LLC. or AEWM. The information and opinions contained are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. They are given for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to buy or sell any of the products mentioned. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the needs of an individual's situation. 70u39