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Episode 215 is the second lookback during the 2024 holiday break, sharing insights from episode 3 of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. We go deep into the 80/20 principle – aka The Pareto Principle – and its impact on your journey toward achieving fulfillment in midlife.

I unpack how the 80/20 rule highlights why achieving 80% fulfillment in life is not only acceptable but should be celebrated. This episode offers a blend of research, real-life examples, and even a dash of comedy with a classic Abbott and Costello clip.  This episode challenges the notion that you should expect 100% fulfillment and encourages acceptance of your unique journeys through midlife. 

🔍 3 Key Discussion Points:
1️⃣ Understanding the 80/20 Principle: Discover how a minority of causes or efforts lead to a significant majority of results and how this principle can apply to various aspects of your life, from career to personal fulfillment.

2️⃣ Embracing Partial Fulfillment: Learn why it's okay – and common – to achieve 80% fulfillment in different life areas, as achieving 100% is not only rare but can also be unrealistic.

3️⃣ The Role of Midlife: Realize that midlife can be the most fulfilling part of your life and that striving for 80% across your various life pursuits can lead to significant fulfillment.

Key Takeaway: The 80/20 rule isn't just a theory. And, it's not limited to use cases in economics. It's a powerful principle that can transform your view on personal achievements and fulfillment. 

Tune in to gain insights that could redefine your midlife journey toward fulfillment.

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I started podcasting in 2013. My most recent podcast is the Midlife Fulfilled weekly podcast which launched in February 2022.

I was frustrated by a lack of fulfillment, in spite of good health, a successful career, good fitness, a healthy marriage, and overall happiness. Despite these blessings, I was lacking fulfillment.

I conducted a survey and discovered that I wasn’t alone on the journey to find more fulfillment. As an experienced podcaster, I knew that I could provide a platform to help men and women in midlife find more fulfillment and joy through a weekly podcast.