George Jerjian's 80-Day Trip Around the World (and the Retirement Mindset Shift It Sparked)
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George Jerjian shares how his 80-day trip around the world transformed his perspective on retirement and personal identity.
What happens when you stop treating retirement like an ending… and start treating it like an expedition? On this episode of Stacking Adventures , Joe Saul-Sehy and Crystal Hammond connect with retirement mindset mentor George Jerjian (creator of the DARE Method) from London to unpack the 80-day, around-the-world journey that reshaped how he thinks about identity, courage, and life after 55. George didn't just plan a bucket-list sprint. He worked with a travel agent, chose mostly countries new to him, and intentionally left space for serendipity. Along the way, he learned to stop "ticking boxes," listen to his body, skip prepaid tours when needed, and even find peace wedged into a middle airplane seat. Because sometimes the biggest shift isn't geography—it's mindset. This isn't just a travel story. It's a retirement reset. What You'll Learn in This Episode 🌍 Travel With Intention (Not Just an Itinerary) Why George chose unfamiliar destinations to stretch himself How leaving room for spontaneity created the most meaningful moments Why slowing down and listening to your body matters more than "getting your money's worth" 🦁 South Africa: Awe, History, and Perspective Reflecting on…
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