This podcast episode examines the complexities surrounding retirement, particularly the societal implications of mandatory retirement ages and the psychological barriers that prevent individuals from transitioning into new life chapters. Through discussions on cognitive decline, the fear of irrelevance, and the nature of narrative identity, Mike and Angela highlight the importance of understanding personal growth during life transitions, while illustrating how those who embrace change and shift their focus from self to others, as exemplified by figures like Jimmy Carter, can lead fulfilling lives beyond traditional measures of success.
