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Thank you, as always, Kerry Ann for your generosity as a teacher! I'm so grateful to have benefitted from you realizing your vision for your work life for all these years. I'm ready to set my timer, and start writing as I craft the 5th edition of my life vision. 😊🙏🏼

➡ Download the Step 3 workbook pages: drive.google.com/file/d/19AyQAx5qoqx3Ys4WWIn9WO1G6YdNo4hL/view?usp=drive_link ➡ If you want a hardcopy of the workbook: www.amazon.com/Annual-Clarity-Retreat-Workbook-Rockquemore/dp/1956989269 Welcome to Step #3 of the Annual Clarity Retreat: What Do You Believe? Be sure you start with Step #1 and work your way through the steps sequentially. It doesn't matter how long you take to work through the steps, but doing them in order is essential. STEP 1: Year in Review ruclips.net/video/m74eA6CdX-k/видео.html STEP 2: Create a Life Vision ruclips.net/video/xT0NrmSDm-U/видео.html 🦋🦋🦋 WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE? REFLECTION QUESTIONS 🦋🦋🦋 There are many things that could stop us from stepping into our Life Vision. The one we have control over is our beliefs. 1. Set a timer for 10 minutes and write down 50 limiting beliefs 2. Go back through your list of limiting beliefs and try rewriting them as empowering beliefs.

you are such an inspiration, Kerry Ann! thank you for sharing your joy and wisdom ❣

Thank you for this :). A question that has emerged for me...if one has themes arise that are threads that continue / weave / evolve through one's life, would you recommend grouping (chaptering) more based on time, or by theme / thread? It's like each theme / thread is on it's own (sometimes parallel) journey, but then, they also weave together as well. How would you encourage folks to think about that?

How about I did this step yesterday afternoon. I visited myself 17 years into the future (early 60s). I had AI generate an image for me, which was lovely. And then I went to sleep and had a dream about the exact same scene but in the present day. I don't know what that means, but I was astounded to see the exact same family gathering I visualized but represented in my current life. Maybe that image is not as far away as I thought.

I'm excited to witness this journey!

What books do you use for your journals?

Excellent, Kerry Ann! I am 64 and I have mostly quit these things too, and mostly they just faded away. I noticed your name on the NCFDD email I just received, so I looked you up. First, I am amazed that you are 50+ because I remember you from your very early career at PU. We didn't interact much, but I do remember you. I'm still at PU and feel like I have good work to do there. One more thing--I teach a course for teacher education students in which I address a lot of content in Beverly Daniel Tatum's Why All All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria, including the work you did on biracial identity development. I make sure to tell students that you used to teach here, and now I can tell them you have a RUclips channel and you founded the NCFDD too. You have done a lot of good things. Applause!

Is your husband retired? If not, then I wouldn't say you are retired, maybe just a housewife at this point.

I think you look beautiful. Just an honest clean comment. I retired 2024 at 64 and I’m enjoying every day. Stay healthy and enjoy.

You are a breath of fresh air !!!! I’m 59 and retired for 10 years now. Unfortunately I had to experience a nervous breakdown to initiate my departure from the workplace. Today… I’m right there with you on how I feel about retirement. You are a wonderful person and thank you for making this video

I would grab my puppy and my BIG BOOKS! 📚🐶💕

You are a masterful teacher... OMG the reoccuring dream of "Thanks for sharing but that wasn't your assignment!" is so powerful.

Yay! Thank you so much, Kerry Ann, for redoing the video. You've made my Sunday morning!!!

Kerry Ann, I had this thought in the context of how you were looking for things that matched what you were feeling and weren't able to find it. I have enjoyed watching the Sex and the City reboot "And Just Like That". I don't know if it's a picture of joyful aging per se, but it is interesting to revisit these characters as they each meet new people and redefine their lives in their 50s. Have you seen it? It's tv and of course judging shows is subjective, but I'm wondering if you've watched it and if any of it landed for you when it comes to joyful aging or not? If you're willing to share your thoughts, I'd love to hear them.

I think your channel and you'll make my list for peak experiences. In a time when things seem so random and out of whack, you have given me a sense that I can keep my life in order, forge my own path forward, and create my own cocoon where I could actually flourish. Thank you, I am very grateful for that!

This is so powerful. Although I've never had kids, I've still done a lot of nurturing, mentoring and supporting. But I've also had a deep shift and a strong nudge from Spirit that it's time I eat my own harvest. So yes, at 44, there has to be something between the end of mothering (whatever that looked like) and being an elder. I'm actually a little nervous to explore it because I'm realizing how much I've perceived my worth in the world as tied to giving something of myself. And I've just gone thru a long season where maxed that out. There has to be something else beyond more mothering or being an elder.

Hi Kerry Ann, in case you have not noticed, the sound on this and some past videos is weaker than usual. Great video, thank you!!!

I'm thrilled you're doing this on RUclips! This is also a gentle nudge for me to get started. I've bought my retreat workbook and a fresh blank notebook already. My Q3 assess and adjust took up the very last page of my blank notebook. A great nod to the fact that this is a very new chapter in my life.

That's very generous of you, Kerry Ann! Thank you for your service of sharing your personal experience and expertise! I think your channel may also be a tool creator for people interested in finding their own path after leaving the workforce. It's so hard to attach only one label to what is still a creative work.

Download the *Year In Review workbook pages* : drive.google.com/file/d/1vCFSeCaPeXAdL5M86FkPazXzg6azew77/view?usp=drive_link If you want a *hardcopy of the workbook* : www.amazon.com/Annual-Clarity-Retreat-Workbook-Rockquemore/dp/1956989269 * YEAR IN REVIEW REFLECTION QUESTIONS* 1. ASSESS YOUR 2024 GOALS What were your goals for last year? For each goal, indicate if you met the goal, partially met the goal, or didn't meet the goal. If you didn't meet your goal, why not? If you met your goal, how did it feel? What patterns do you see in the goals you set last year and whether (or not) you achieved them? How do you feel after reviewing your goals? What was your WORD OF THE YEAR (if you had one) and how did you use that word throughout the year to support your goals? 2. YOUR UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS What unexpected blessings (surprises, gifts, unanticipated delights, good fortune, etc...) occurred in your life over the past year? 3. WHAT WORKED & DIDN'T WORK FOR YOU IN THE PREVIOUS YEAR? Name at least 10 things that worked and 10 things that didn't work in your life. 4. WHAT WERE YOUR PEAK EXPERIENCES? Describe any Peak Experiences you had this year. What patterns do you see in your Peak Experiences? What do the patterns suggest about future Peak Experiences? 5. POSITIVE IMPACT What did you do to create a positive impact in the world over the past year. It may be in your home, neighborhood, workplace, organizations, communities, online, or beyond. 6. COMPLETION Looking back over all of your data on the previous year, what insights, take-aways, or surprises do you see? What are you most thankful for? What do you want to walk forward with and what do you want to let go of as you move into the new year? Share your insights, comments, and experience doing this step of the process below.

Just about to start my ACR year 5 or 6! So glad to have found you (again) here :)

I love this concept of Service Work -- really resonates with me. I'm taking a sabbatical from work (in my early 40s) and re-evaluating things. Some topics I would love to from you about: (1) Your experience not having children (I don't have kids and I'm youngest in a tiny family so I'm worried about my later years) if you're ok with talking more about that.(2) When you quit working did you notice anxiety/sadness around other areas of your life. I've noticed with this time off that my mind is now more worried about health, aging, relationships now that work/money stress is gone. (3) Now I'm so curious about your skateboarding!! Did you just pick that up? what prompted it? do you do it on your own? Would love to hear more. Thanks so much :)

Thank you for your service Kerry Ann. Your videos are helpful!

I love watching your videos and I get alot out of them. Thank you for this service! I’m not retired but want to do it early and it’s been helpful to watch your videos and read the comments.

This is only my second and third video I watched of yours and I have to say I really appreciate your content! My big take away from this recent post is the idea of segmenting your day. I was just reiterating to myself all my goals and desires for the day as I am an early retiree, and I was getting frustrated with the schedule but your segmentation makes so much sense. I also feel that urge to do things for others but I like how you have even segmented that idea to one day instead of feeling like you have to volunteer everywhere every day all the time to “give back”, as I do feel some pressure to do yet it takes away the joy (particularly if you’re doing it to please others!)I have about a five year gap between my husband and I retiring so really my day is mine and I likely need to enjoy that the stage for what it is so that I can thoroughly enjoy my schedule when he joins me in retirement, which I am very much looking forward to. Thank you again for all of your candid thoughts and outlook!

Kerry Ann! I'm so happy to see you and I love your look! I'm also happy to learn from you again. I subscribed! ~ Kiana C.

Basements can be scary in the 70s LOL! Can't wait to go beneath the line.

I'm digging in now, Kerry Ann! Can't wait to see what emerges and I hope to find more positives than my memories tend to hold on to. While I did use a ruler, LOL, I will promise to let it breathe and open the door to let my life speak to me. Handy to have a glass of Kiva during too. ;)

I am so glad to hear that you found your peace and joy during holiday time, as it can be really stressful. Enjoy your annual retreat, it sounds like you'll be having a grand time! Letting go of excessive and often meaningless gifting has been one of the most liberating decisions of my life. I can't remember exactly when I told my family that starting next year, each of us would only gift our own children and grandchildren, but it was just about 2005-2006. In the beginning, people were shocked and some just couldn't conceive how we would celebrate Christmas as a family without exchanging gifts. They thought it was quite a silly idea. However, I stuck with my decision and next year, when I sent out the invites, I reminded everyone that there is only going to be a family gathering, we'll have a delicious meal together and no gifts. I truly believe that we are each other's gift, being with family at holiday time is enough because we like each other a lot. After so many years, everyone has learned to just enjoy the company of each other, without necessarily attaching a gift receipt to it. These days, we are so relaxed, so joyful, we play games, if someone wants to bring a dish to share, that's fine. It is just magnificent and we feel energized and happy after our Christmas day.

I agree totally. My inner self has quit all holidays however my family has not and it’s been a bit of a struggle. I wish I could go to a place and relax and just be the everyday me. Thanksgiving just ended and I have another thirty plus days to get through until I can breathe a sigh of relief.

I agree totally. I quit all holidays. Too much consumerism. I love my minimalist life with my family❤

What a rich gift to give yourselves & in turn those you encounter afterwards! We share our Christmas simple traditions with our children & grandchildren - special foods, Kris Kringle cf multiple gifts for everyone, followed by summer days at the beach. You remind me of how precious a retreat style holiday with just my husband (or at times on my own), offers necessary stillness, rest & reflection - a place where we immerse ourselves in nature, read good books, listen into what reveals itself, dream & plan. Some come to fruition, others springboard us toward different experiences. Having recently transitioned to semi retirement, & still adjusting to this lifestyle on many levels, we have lost some of the rhythm of holidays from work, and setting aside time each year for our own quieter time without family or lots of activity.

I absolutely love your channel! If you don’t mind me asking, how old were you when you retired? Do you plan on sharing your retirement numbers in the future?

If I consume the news it is by accident. I avoid it like the plague.

You are very cute and full of joy!

Wow- I can’t believe you have had a negative experience when responding you are retired! When people tell me they’re retired, I am always so excited for them!!!!! I am like- wow, congratulations!!!!!🎊🍾🎉

Gonna look fire lady get with it gonna be amazing gotta bald it out and grow out all natural gonna be fire gonna be so crazy good get ready to look absolutely amazing chanel will call you and also luie vaton but mostly french runways

Boredom. Feeling the need to know what's up so I can be a part of the world larger than my local immediate world.

i did it about 3 years ago. took me just shy of 2 yrs to grow out just past the shoulders. i tossed & turned about whether to go short or not; blend with coloring/highlights to soften the transition line... in the end i did nothing but trim every 4 months. was liberating. hair got healthier. i grew it out longer than i had in years. it is now past my shoulder blades. just ride it out; your journey will take its own shape. ❤