French Kissing Life
If you were free to be who you really are deep down and who you were always meant to be, what would your life look like? What does it mean to have a zest for life? Can you *really* invite more joy into your everyday living through doable steps that don’t take a lot of time? Yes, yes, and more yes!
French Kissing Life is an inspirational podcast that guides you toward finding your spark and unleashing it into the world. If you’ve been yearning to celebrate your unique presence and fall in love with who you truly are, then you’ve found your tribe. If you believe the world needs what only you can offer, this community will be your biggest cheerleader. Picture this podcast as your weekly dose of encouragement – a sanctuary where you can escape the noise of the world and embrace the beauty of your own existence.
From skinny dipping in Portugal to auctioning herself off for a date and testing whether a slinky will go down an ancient pyramid, host Shawnna Stiver knows a thing or two about going for it and the hilarious stories that await. Through heartfelt, playful and funny conversations, Shawnna helps you discover what makes your heart race, your soul dance and your spirit soar. You’ll also hear from guest experts who share insights on how to navigate the journey of self-discovery and invite the world to come alive alongside you.
In a world that demands you be anything but yourself, this is your permission slip to be a little more YOU. Together, we’ll make every moment count and create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. If you’re ready to shed the shoulds and welcome in a life that feels uniquely, beautifully, and authentically yours, subscribe now and let’s make every episode a celebration of YOU! Buckle up for an adventure where realness reigns, inspiration thrives and fun is the name of the game. Are you ready to french kiss life?!
French Kissing Life
Ep 94: Why You're Thinking About Retirement All Wrong with Monique Rhodes
We’re told retirement is a golden reward, a never-ending vacation filled with ease and leisure. But what if it doesn’t feel that way? What if the structure, the purpose, the rhythm of your days quietly vanishes, and you’re left wondering who you are without the title, the routine, the responsibilities?
In this episode, I’m joined once again by Monique Rhodes, a happiness strategist and the wise guide behind the Retirement Roadmap. Together, we explore why retirement is about so much more than money and why it's often less like a holiday and more like a homecoming. We talk about the grief no one mentions, the courage to reinvent, and how to fill your days with meaning instead of just passing time.
Topics Covered:
- The emotional and spiritual side of retirement that no one prepares you for.
- Why so many retirees feel invisible, restless, or unsure of who they are.
- How to rediscover your purpose after decades of caregiving, career, and doing.
- The silent grief of losing identity, structure, and daily connection.
- What it means to retire toward something rather than away from something.
- The surprising role of curiosity, creativity, and community in this life stage.
- Practical ways to reconnect with joy, meaning, and self-worth.
- Why retirement can be your most expansive and exciting chapter yet.
Here are some actions you can take, whether you have 5 minutes or 50:
- If you have 5 minutes, check out her podcast, called In Your Right Mind which has short, digestible, daily episodes packed with actionable wisdom that you can apply to instantly upgrade your life.
- If Monique’s words resonated with you and you have 50 minutes, I highly encourage you to check out her course, The Retirement Roadmap. It’s a truly transformative guide for navigating this stage of life with clarity and grace. You can find the link as well as all the ways you can interact with Monique’s work in the show notes.
Connect with Monique!
Website: https://moniquerhodes.com/
Retirement Roadmap course: https://www.theretirementroadmapacademy.com/retirement-path63105932
Listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-your-right-mind-with-monique-rhodes/id1084039067
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoniqueRhodesOfficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.
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- Email us at frenchkissinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Until next time, muah!
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