Retire With Intention

06/05/2025

"Who am I now?"

It’s a question I hear often from high-achievers after they’ve stepped away from work.

You’ve earned your freedom. The calendar is quieter. But instead of feeling fulfilled… something feels off.

You're not alone—and you're not doing retirement wrong.

In my latest RWI Reflections newsletter, I explore what really happens when the doing stops… and why giving yourself permission to pause might be the most powerful first step.

✨ Read the full reflection below

Retire With Intention: Reflections | By Toni Petrillo You’ve stepped away from work. The calendar is quieter.

05/15/2025

In my latest article for Booming Encore, I explore why some retirees feel "stuck" —and what you can do to move forward with more clarity, purpose, and confidence.

If you’re in that “now what?” phase of retirement, this one’s for you.

Grateful to Booming Encore for the opportunity to share these insights and support meaningful conversations around life after work.

Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e9JutFcv

Many people imagine that retirement would bring a new sense of freedom and energy—but instead, can feel stuck. Find out what advice Retirement Coach Toni shares to deal with this.

05/03/2025

We often hear that "60 is the new 40". But what if you don't feel that way and think your best years are behind you. This is the question that was posed to our Retirement Coach Toni.

04/02/2025

Are you living your best encore? We are delighted to introduce you to some people who are. Meet Adriane Berg a true powerhouse and influential leader in aging. Adriane shares her life lessons and how she stays a lifelong adventurer.

03/14/2025

Even with all my experience as a retirement coach, my own transition into retirement came with a few surprises! In my latest blog, I’m sharing the lessons from navigating unstructured days to redefining fulfillment.

Check it out below.

What was your biggest lesson in retirement? Let’s discuss!

This week in our Ask a Retirement Coach series, Retirement Coach Toni switched seats and shares insights of what she discovered was important in her own first year of retirement.

02/28/2025

Many retirees plan to exercise more once they stop working—but it doesn’t always happen. Why? In our Ask a Retirement Coach series, I dive into this common challenge and how to overcome it. Read more!

When someone retires, you very often hear that exercise is part of their retirement plan. They figure that once they have stopped working, time will not be a limiting factor for them.

But it doesn't always work out this way. This was the question that was posed to Antoinette Petrillo CPRC, CFP, in our "Ask a Retirement Coach" series;

"I know how important exercise is to our health and longevity. While I was working, I found it really difficult to find the time to do this and assumed that when I retired, this would be the first thing that I would focus on given the extra time I would now have. But it doesn't seem to be working out that way. Every day I get up with the intention to exercise but always seem to find something else to do. How do I change this and ensure that I make exercising a priority?"

Read what advice Toni had to share --> https://boomingencore.com/life/ask-a-retirement-coach-i-know-i-should-exercise-but-am-finding-it-hard-to-do-182d8ff8-aef8-4bd1-9261-3cf38e674d91

02/16/2025

🚀 Exciting News! 📚

I'm thrilled to announce the launch of my new workbook,” REACH FOR RETIREMENT. Now available on Amazon! 🎉

This workbook is your essential companion for crafting a fulfilling retirement.

It was an absolute pleasure working with Jen Rovet , Retirement Coach and founder of Retire Ready Canada .
We created this workbook to help people plan their transition into retirement and stay focused during their journey.

Grab your copy today and start shaping your dream retirement lifestyle. 🌟 Amazon: https://a.co/d/0gjxKDyI

02/16/2025

🎉 I’m thrilled to announce that Booming Encore has just launched a brand-new website, and with it comes an exciting new feature—Ask a Retirement Coach! 🌟

As a Certified Retirement Coach, I’m here to help you navigate the non-financial aspects of retirement, whether it’s redefining your identity, finding purpose, or staying socially connected. 💬💡

Got questions? Need guidance on creating a fulfilling retirement lifestyle? Check out the Ask a Retirement Coach segment on the new site
👉 https://lnkd.in/e8MTDktZ

❓ Submit your questions to [email protected]

Let’s make your next chapter the best one yet! 🚀