Flourishing in Retirement
A 5-Step Guide to Joy for the Post-Career Woman
by Shelly Dale

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After many successful (or maybe just stressful) years in your career, you finally have the chance to say goodbye to the demands of work and retire. But, like it or not, work is often a central part of our adult lives and even identities. Rather than enjoying your hard-earned rest, you might find yourself asking . . . now what? Retirement doesn’t have to be intimidating, and planning for it doesn’t just need to involve your finances or picking up hobbies just so you can stay busy. It can also be an exciting opportunity for growth, self-discovery, intention, and self-care—an opportunity to embrace joy. That’s what Flourishing in Retirement: A Five-step Guide to Joy for the Post-career Woman is all about. Backed up by research and author Shelly Dale’s own experiences as a post-career woman, this book will help women (and any other retiree who needs it) build a retired life in which they feel empowered each day and unconditionally love themselves. It includes helpful activities such as meditations and mind-maps and thorough guides to coping behaviours, mindset shifts, and other healing techniques. It's time to bust common myths about retirement, break out of stinking thinking, and take this chance to rediscover yourself, your priorities, and those daily glimmers that enrich our lives. You deserve a joyous life and retirement, and the five steps in this book will help you make joyous living a constant practice.

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Workshop participants about the book content remarked: "Authentic, genuine, and incredible enthusiasm about the topic. Your joy radiated. You had an excellent choice of stories and excellent choice of quotes." Carla Kehler "Your sharing of your own stories created a sense of community" Kristina Eisenhower, author of the Art of Disruption: A krizzilion ways to create a kaleidoscopic life "Thanks for the opportunity to be inspired" Jan Montgomery

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Shelly Dale worked for thirty-two years as a public health nurse and is now retired. Through her nursing experience and her own struggles in life, including childhood trauma and health issues, Shelly had the opportunity to learn about different healing resources and techniques and see what was helpful in facing difficulties and sustaining joy. After a colon cancer scare, Shelly knew she had to share her message about living in joy and flourishing. Shelly has facilitated classes for the Wellness institute in Winnipeg on topics such as “Getting Better Together” and “Total Brain Health.” In addition, she has facilitated women’s workshops and given presentations on the five steps discussed in this book in settings such as the Spring Convention of Toastmasters. She is also part of the Charleswood 55plus organization through which she enjoys activities such as creative writing. Shelly lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba with her husband Terry. They enjoy the company of their many backyard visitors, which include birds, rabbits, and squirrels. Dancing is among Shelly’s favourite activities and has gotten her through many difficult times.

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