Testimonials
“The best outcome [from this women's retirement planning workshop] was being crystal clear about my passion and my purpose. Being congruent and serving my purpose gives me great joy! Retirement is totally redefined for me. I will continue to do my 3rd act with as much passion as my 2nd act.”
– Kris Schaeffer
“What I learned from [Bev and Patricia] and from the women who were there helped me realize this is not an ending but a new beginning….this [women's retirement planning] workshop is a safe environment and great place to share your fears and learn about next steps. It is not enough to just plan for your [retirement] future financially. We can make finances work, but the emotional and mental activities need to be addressed too.”
– Linda Ford
“The opportunity to take a time out from a very busy life…to reflect… and be in a community of women who were supportive of one another in that reflective process. I came away [from this women's retirement planning workshop] with increased clarity about how important my work is to me and that I want to continue to do the work that I love into my 3rd Act. I made a recommitment to my profession It is a wonderful gift to give oneself. I highly recommend it to others.”
– Pat Newman
“The workshop theme for me became “generativity”. The [women's retirement planning] workshop helped me come to the realization that I wanted to write – something I hadn’t thought about it before – about all the work I have done over the years. Everyone owes this to themselves…an interesting retirement or entirely new career.”
– Sharon Mulgrew
“[Bev and Patricia] created a wonderful container for safety and intimacy. I appreciated how well you partnered together, bringing complementary backgrounds and skills. I loved all you did to create a beautiful, comfortable space for the day – the flowers, the candles, the music, and the food. Your clear intentions and generous spirits contributed to all of us in a very vital & caring way – thank you both for a memorable day!”
– Carol Henmi
“The incredible attention and mirroring by my partner made [this women's retirement planning workshop] an extraordinary experience.”
– Marcia Rayene
“I came away [from this women's retirement planning workshop] with a clearer sense of what motivates me, what is important to me and what elements are essential for a balanced life [as I enter into retirement]. With this information, I can weigh my options and select those activities that will give me fulfillment in my 3rd Act.”
– Dianne Draze
“We thought the [couples' retirement planning] workshop was a very useful day, and we frequently refer back to the discussions we had there. We particularly enjoyed constructing a ‘sculpture’ representing our future plans. A photo of that sculpture hangs on our bedroom wall, where it’s a constant, optimistic reminder of what’s ahead.”
– Breck H. and Anne E.






