BOXING DAY SPECIAL: Answering letters from Bec’s mail bag
I sit down with senior producer Genevieve Rule to un-pack your questions, talking about everything from finance an property, to sharing some really beautiful ‘toe-dipping’ stories from our listeners.
Happy Boxing Day, Prime Timers! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas Day.
Today, I’m doing something a little bit different. I’ve tipped out the mailbag - all the emails you’ve sent me over the past few weeks - and picked out the questions, confessions, frustrations and life stories that so many of you have shared.
And let me tell you: Aussies in their Prime Time are dealing with a lot! From super jargon and confusing financial advice, to housing dilemmas, adult kids moving out (and back in... and out again), and the complex realities of solo ageing. And then there are the beautiful, honest stories of people easing themselves into retirement in their own unique ways.
So grab the leftovers and settle in - let’s unpack the Boxing Day Mailbag together.
LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE OF THE PODCAST HERE:
Highlights of the conversation:
The confusion is real: From super jargon to clunky advice experiences, I unpack the financial head-scratchers many of you wrote in about and how to make sense of it all.
Housing, adult kids, and everything in between: Whether you’re navigating downsizing, supporting adult children (again), or rethinking your living setup, you’re not alone - these were some of the most common stories in the mailbag.
What to do if advice feels off: If you’ve walked out of a financial advice meeting feeling confused, sold to, or just plain deflated… you’re not alone. I unpack some of the red flags, and how to ask for help that’s actually aligned with your goals.
A letter from Neville: a textbook transition. This one is gold. Downsizing, sabbaticals, lawn bowls and Friday lunches. It’s the kind of story that shows what a joyful, thoughtful slide into retirement can really look like.
Solo ageing isn’t rare - and it’s not bleak: I talk about how solo retirement is becoming more common, and the practical ways to make sure it’s filled with support, connection and confidence.
You’re asking the right questions: At the heart of every letter was one clear theme: people want to feel informed, in control and supported. I share why that was the whole point of Epic Retirement Month and what’s coming next.
From Bec’s Desk
Happy Boxing Day!
If you’re reading this with your feet up, leftovers in the fridge, a slightly messy kitchen, and that delicious ‘do we even know what day it is?’ feeling, then you’re winning.
Today’s episode is a special one: it’s a Prime Time mailbag. I’m sharing a handful of the best letters and questions you’ve sent in recently. The honest ones, the practical ones, the ‘is anyone else dealing with this?’ ones.
We talk about the real stuff: money, work, identity shifts, family dynamics, solo decisions, and that slightly weird stretch between Christmas and New Year when you’re meant to be relaxing… but your brain is quietly doing a stocktake of your life.
If you’re in the mood for something thoughtful, useful, and comforting (without being heavy), hit play. And if you’ve got a question you’d love me to tackle in a future mailbag, just reply to this email. I read every single one.
Enjoy those precious days with loved ones - and the holidays!
Bec Xx
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