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One Year Retirement Checklist
For the year before you retire. This free checklist helps you organize the transition, not rush it. You'll start to notice:
- What needs to be handled before you leave work behind
- Which conversations matter most before retirement begins
- Where loose ends could quietly follow you into the next chapter
- What structure and rhythm you want in your early months
- How to approach this transition with clarity instead of pressure
The Retirement Assessment
Five minutes, seven areas, one honest picture of where you stand. After you finish, you'll receive:
- A personalized reflection on where you are in this chapter
- Clarity on whether you're drifting, stabilizing, or ready for what's next
- A short set of handpicked videos matched to your current stage
- A recommended next step based on readiness, not pressure
The Discovery Guide™
Ask the Discovery Guide™ Anything.
An AI guide built from Markham and Jody's videos and conversations, available any time you have a question. One user told us it felt just like talking to Markham and Jody.
- Free: limited usage, with no saved memory or history
- Paid, $199 a year: more usage, plus saved memory and history
The Facebook Community
Connect with others who are living their Discovery Years™.
- Meet people in the same season of life
- Ask questions and share what's working for you
- Stay connected between videos and episodes
Our Favorites
The Books and Tools We Recommend.
A short list of what Markham and Jody use and suggest for this season of life, all in one place.
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From Our Community
What They Say About Us on YouTube.
“I'm helping my Mom move this summer — she's lived in her home 57 years. It's a lot, but it's inspiring me to right-size our home before I'm too old to face it independently. Thank you for your videos!”
@juliepiato
on “The Downsizing Mistake Most Retirees Make”
“As I was listening to you, I mentally started making a short list of my most important friends to reach out to. I've lived 70 years here in Utah and I do value the friendships I've developed. Thanks for a timely video.”
@boydnuttall
on “Why Do We Lose Good Friends As We Get Older?”
“Hitting the gym for classes that expanded my community and improved my health has been a game changer. I love your message of stylish comfort, aiming for healthy and confident — not to look younger.”
@texiep
on “9 Aging Surprises That Hit Hard In Your 60s”
“At 75, I got out of my comfort zone and sold my home of 52 years. The biggest upside was decluttering — six weeks of purging. I feel so much lighter and freer. Now if anything happens to me, my son won't have to go through all my stuff. I am content, happy, and at peace.”
@lianeabeyta
on “I'm 69. Here's What Aging Is Really Doing to Me”
Find Out Where You Actually Stand.
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