Permission to Spend and Retirement Fears

About this episode

Cris Wallace and Graham Bauer discuss the psychological barriers retirees face in spending their savings and the importance of a well-crafted retirement plan.

Why do so many retirees hesitate to enjoy the money they’ve spent decades accumulating? Chris Wallace and Graham Bauer reveal surprising truths about underspending, shifting financial fears, and the psychology of “permission” in retirement. Discover the real top concerns for today’s retirees—hint: it’s not just running out of money—and how a well-crafted plan can transform uncertainty into confident living. The conversation challenges conventional wisdom and exposes regrets, but the most powerful insight lies in what makes retirement feel right. Cris Wallace has been on the air for years as your source for all things retirement. He covers everything from how current events could affect your savings to strategies for maximizing your retirement income and everything in between on “The Rite Retirement Show.” https://wgfinancialgroup.com/schedule-a-meeting/

People in this episode

Host: Cris Wallace

Guest: Graham Bauer

Topics covered

• retirement spending
• financial fears
• psychology of retirement
• underspending
• retirement planning

Keywords

• retirement
• spending
• financial fears
• underspending
• retirement planning
• confidence
• psychology

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