25 Aug 2025
1h 2m

How To Retire Well: Dennis Owen on Moving Abroad, Building Community, Volunteering, Adapting to New Cultures, Creating Routine, Consulting After Retirement, Managing Money Mindset Shifts, Staying Current with Technology, Health Habits, Navigating Expat

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The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd

Paul Millerd interviews Dennis Owen about his experiences and perspectives on retirement. Dennis shares his journey from a four-decade career in the airline industry to retiring in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where he engages in various activities such as volunteering, secret shopping, and co-working. The conversation explores cultural challenges, the importance of lifelong learning, and the need to retire "to" something rather than "from" something. Dennis emphasizes the significance of purpose, continuous learning, and adapting to new technologies in retirement, while also discussing financial planning and the shift from saving to spending.

Outlines

Part 1: Career Beginnings

Part 2: Retirement Planning and Transition

Part 3: Challenges and Future Outlook

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