FAVORITE RETIREMENT BOOKS / INTERNET SAFETY / 1962 NY METS / NOTABLE PEOPLE
My Favorite Retirement Books
Whenever the Amazon truck pulls up and Sue Sue is not waiting for a delivery, she’ll look at me and say “another book?”
In the first edition of my newsletter I included this picture of the retirement books from my library.
Much of what I’ve learned about retirement living has come from these experts and sages in the retirement field. And that education is a big part of what I’m sharing in this newsletter.
Here is a list of some of my favorite books from that pile (including the Kindle on top)
I’ve included Amazon links but I have no affiliation with them or receive any compensation. Just trying to be helpful.
Keys To A Successful Retirement by Fritz Gilbert.
I’ve read Fritz’s award-winning blog The Retirement Manifesto for, I’m guessing, seven or eight years. He started it as a way to document his preparation for retirement and now, he shares his thoughts and musings after he retired. This book is an excellent guide for that journey.
Retirement Heaven or Hell by Mike Drak.
Fritz Gilbert recommended this book which made it a no-brainer. It’s a wonderful guide for “people who believe that our third stage of life is filled with opportunity.”
Win The Retirement Game By Joe Casey Another Fritz Gilbert recommendation. A great source of insights into what to expect in retirement. As Fritz says in his review of the book “I’ve studied retirement for years and there are only a few who truly ‘get it’. Joe Casey is one of those few”
55 Underemployed, And Faking Normal by Elizabeth White.
Many people find themselves in, or approaching the supposed retirement years not being in good financial shape. This book is important because it’s a necessary wake-up call and action plan for people in that position. Written for women, but applicable for men too.
The Longevity Solution by Dr. James Dinicolantonio and Dr. Jason Fung. There is a lot of research going on about how to increase our lifespan. This book, subtitled “Rediscovering Centuries-Old Secrets to a Healthy, Long Life” details a lot of that research and provides a solid foundation to promote your longevity.
Free Agent Nation by Daniel Pink.
This is not a retirement book but provided me with the motivation to leave my stressed filled career and glide into retirement as a free agent working as I wanted to and when I wanted to. The last 5 years of my “working life” were the best of my career thanks to this book.
The 100-Year Life by Lynda Gratton & Andrew Scott.
While COVID has set us back a bit, many of us are going to live longer lives. “A child born in the west today has a more than 50% chance of living to be over 105” This book lays out what to expect and the challenges we as a society will face. Are we ready for 35-plus-year retirements?
Can I Retire Yet? by Darrow Kirkpatrick
No retirement book list is complete without at least one book on retirement financial planning. This one gives you solid information in an easy-to-understand way. My copy shows evidence of many readings, multiple highlighter colors, and lots of notes.
A Bit Of Humor
Bits & Bytes - Tech Stuff
A Guide For Everyone Who Uses The Internet
There isn’t anyone who is not at risk every time they connect to the internet on a phone, tablet, or computer, even your car. Once in a while a good refresher of the risks and preventative steps is needed. Here’s an article that does a pretty simple and thorough job.
What I’m Reading
I just finished Jimmy Breslin’s 1963 hilarious autopsy of the New York Met’s first year called "Can't Anybody Here Play This Game?"
The dedication says it all:
“To the 922,530 brave souls who paid their way into the Polo Grounds in 1962. Never has so much misery loved so much company”
Fun & Frivolity
Wanna Waste Some Time? Notable People
Messing around on the internet the other day I came across this fascinating website that shows you where the most notable people from each area were born. Just drag your finger on the globe and explore.
A Quote To Chew On
“One of if not the most transformational changes in human existence are happening right now. Extended lifespan and most importantly health span along with technology, the economy, and multiple other significant factors are enabling us to redefine olderhood.” via Paul Long’s New Way Forward