Episode Summary
You’ve worked hard, raised a family, built a life side by side...so why does retirement suddenly feel a little too close for comfort?
In this honest and eye-opening episode, Steve Rowe and Jess Schlupp-Taylor unpack the emotional and financial tension many couples face when the 9-to-5 ends and the 24/7 togetherness begins.
From mismatched visions of “the good life” to unequal pension pots and identity shake-ups, retirement can bring unexpected strain to even the strongest relationships. But it doesn’t have to.
Episode Highlights
- Why “silver divorce” rates are on the rise and how to avoid becoming a statistic.
- The financial tension of unequal retirement savings.
- How retiring can impact your sense of self and your relationship.
- When too much together-time turns into low-key resentment.
- Smart strategies to plan your retirement as a team (not just as two individuals).
- The art of balancing quality time with solo space.
Expect real talk, expert insights, and a few laughs as Jess and Steve shine a light on one of retirement’s most overlooked challenges and how to turn it into an opportunity for connection, clarity, and lasting happiness.
Whether you're already retired or getting close, this episode could change how you plan your future and how you protect your partnership.
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