Sailing with Phoenix: Lessons on Non-Traditional Retirement Paths

What can a 29-year-old sailor with a cat teach us about retirement? More than you’d expect. When Instagram adventurer Oliver Widger, known as “Sailing with Phoenix,” quit his job, cashed out his 401(k), and set sail for Hawaii with nothing but grit and his cat, it raised eyebrows—but it also sparked some interesting ideas.

Listen in as certified retirement counselor Mark Struthers shares what retirees can learn from Oliver’s unconventional story, including embracing imperfection, building resilience, and redefining what success looks like in your golden years. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best retirement plans aren’t just about numbers.

 

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• https://www.videoask.com/fd9svtp2l
• www.SonaWealthAdvisors.com

 

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