Join host Darleen Mahoney as she welcomes bestselling author and ThePeacefulRetiree.com editor-in-chief Tom Marks for an honest and engaging conversation about finding fulfillment in retirement. Drawing from his acclaimed book, Coming of Age in Retirement, Tom Marks shares the challenges he faced after leaving a high-powered career in advertising—including losing his identity and tackling the “hamster wheel” of endless activity. Together, they explore the importance of managing expectations, letting go of perfection, and discovering happiness in everyday moments. From the healing power of gratitude and daily rituals to forming genuine connections and embracing small joys, Tom Marks and Darleen Mahoney provide practical advice and personal anecdotes to help listeners navigate both retirement and life’s transitions. Whether you’re retired, approaching retirement, or supporting loved ones, this episode offers inspiration for living with purpose, kindness, and meaning.

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